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The broom trail between Metzeral and Muhlbach

A pretty loop around the heights of Metzeral and Muhlbach with beautiful views of the Grande Vallée, the Vosges ridges and the Hohneck massif. The Kuhfeil lookout offers a breathtaking view of Metzeral. It is also a place of remembrance. Bitter fighting took place here during the Battle of Metzeral in 1915.
Fischboedle Lake and Shiessroth Lake in Metzeral

A magnificent walk along the Wormsabach stream and its waterfalls.
Wormsa loop to Fischboedle and Schiessrothried lakes

A very pretty walk in the magnificent Wormsa valley, with its succession of glacial moraine fields, small waterfalls and a succession of wooden footbridges. You reach the pretty little Lac du Fischboedle with its gazebo, then further up the Lac du Schiessrothried. This section has a few technical sections, but the reward is there for the effort. The return journey is easier and takes wide, shady forest paths.
The Wormsa Valley

The Wormsa Valley offers spectacular, unspoilt landscapes. Steep trails, waterfalls, rocky cirques and glacial moraines await you on this beautiful walk. A classic in the Vosges mountains.
Circuit of the 6 lakes around Hohneck

A long hike around the third highest peak in the Vosges mountains and the highest in the Vosges department, following six lakes.
The route offers beautiful views and all types of terrain (paths, roads, trails, forest, clearings, alpine pastures, etc.).
This is a very difficult hike for experienced hikers only (length, duration and significant elevation gain).
Not to be attempted in winter; best done in late spring, summer or early autumn.
The Hohneck via the Wormsa Valley

Beautiful forest and mountain trail from Metzeral to the summit of Hohneck along the magnificent Wormsa valley, beside two lakes and through the impressive Combe du Wormspel, then back to the starting point on the other side of the Wormsa.
Under the Spitzkoepfe from the Wormsa valley

Discover the Wormsa Valley, created by a Vosges glacier during the Quaternary period. Climb up to the glacial cirque that is home to Lake Fischboedle. From there, you will quickly reach the second lake, Lake Schiessrothried, at the foot of Hohneck. The slightly more technical return journey will take you under the terminal ridge of the Spitzkoepfe and its granite scree. The final descent will take you to the ruins of the old cable car from the First World War.This route is best enjoyed from April to November.
The Pearl of the Vosges from Mittlach
This circular, starting from Mittlach at the bottom of the Munster Valley, is undoubtedly the most alpine in the Vosges. Shortly after Mittlach, the entrance to the Wormsa glacial valley sets the tone and offers unique panoramic views of the Hautes Vosges peaks. The highlight of this route is the majestic Frankenthal cirque, the Martinswand rocks and the daunting climb to the Col du Fallimont.This is a circular for experienced hikers or hikers who are not afraid of suffering, or both. It is long, challenging but absolutely stunning.
Five lakes around Kastelberg

This hike will take us on a day-long journey to discover some of the most beautiful lakes in the Vosges, four of which are nestled in remarkable glacial cirques.
The Hohneck from Mittlach via the rocky path

A very beautiful hike, certainly long, but very pleasant from the village of Mittlach towards Hohneck with a short detour via the rock trail.
You can still see the tourist spots accessible by vehicle that bring you back to civilisation, but you quickly escape them to find the peace and quiet of the mountains.
Please note: this hike is not possible in winter (see practical information below)
From Mittlach to Lake Fischboedle

A circular walk from Mittlach passing by a beautiful lake in the Southern Vosges mentioned in the Michelin guide: Lac de Fischboedle.
Along the water in Mittlach

I have named this hike "along the water" because it never leaves you. First in the form of a stream, then a waterfall, then you find it in the form of lakes, from the smallest to the largest, and finally you end the walk along the river that takes you back to your vehicle.
Please note: This hike is for experienced walkers. There are many steep slopes and some sections are dangerous, especially for children. Risk of falls.
06/02/2023: Hiking is prohibited until further notice by municipal decree due to a rock and stone slide on theGR®531.
Gaschney, Hohneck, Schiessrothried: in search of chamois

The slopes of the Hohneck and the surrounding glacial cirques are frequented by chamois, which were reintroduced to the Vosges in the 1950s, more than 60 years ago.You may be lucky enough to spot them on this hike.
06/02/2023: Hiking prohibited until furthernotice by municipal decree due to rockfalls on theGR®®531.
The BloyGR®®531trail between (S/E) and (1) is closed from 1 November to 30 April by a prefectural order dated 18 May 2022.
From Gaschney to Lac du Schiessrothried

A short hike offering a variety of mountain landscapes: high-altitude pastures, twisted beech trees, a cirque and glacial lakes.
Schiessrothried and Fischboedle lakes - Combes de l'Ammelthal and Wormspel

A beautiful hike with an "alpine" feel, so it's quite challenging!You will discover two small glacial lakes, the Schiessrothried and the Fischboedle, nestled at the foot of the Hohneck.From the Kerbholtz hillock facing the Spitzkoepfe ridge, you descend into the Combe de l'Ammelthal, with some very technical but safe passages, then the Combe de la Wormspel where you may spot chamois. The return is via the Hohneck, which offers panoramic views.
06/02/2023: Hiking prohibited until further notice by municipal decree due to rock and stone falls on theGR®®531.
Schiessrothried Lake - Charlemagne car park

From Schiessrothried, tour of Petit Hohneck, Dagobert's cave, Frankenthal and Col de Falimont.
This route is not accessible in winter. The route is closed between (3), (4), (5) and (6) from 1 November to 30 April 2022 (Prefectural Order of 18 May 2022).
Hautes-Vosges ridge and Alsatian side of the Hohneck

Discover the Hohneck ridge and its Alsatian side, with its panoramic views, flora and fauna, on well-maintained forest trails in a well-preserved environment. A breath of fresh air to be enjoyed without moderation!
Please note: this hike is not possible in winter (see practical information below).
From Saegmatt to Gaschney via the Stolz Ablass and Frankenthal waterfalls
This is a beautiful hike that climbs along the Petite Fecht, offering views of the Stolz Ablass waterfalls, then the Frankenthal and its peat bog. The return journey is via the Gaschney, taking the Bloye trail.
The Frankenthal, the Stolz Ablass waterfalls and the Mule Trail

This hike is one of the most interesting in the Munster Valley. You will discover the Stolz Abalss waterfalls and, at the foot of the Hohneck, the Frankenthal glacial cirque with its rock faces, a favourite haunt of chamois, which can usually be seen early in the morning or in the evening
The Stolz Ablass waterfalls and the Sentier des Mulets trail

This is one of the classic walks in the Munster Valley. Walkers will discover the magnificent and refreshing Stolz Ablass waterfalls and the historic Mule Trail (14-18), all in the shade of the fir trees.
The Hohneck The Frankenthal-Missheimle National Nature Reserve IBP 65

The aims of this hike are to observe chamois in the Wormspel, dip your feet in the clear waters of the Schiessrothried lake and enjoy the beauty of the Frankenthal-Missheimle Nature Reserve. And if you can stop at a farmhouse inn, then it's a perfect day!
A variation of this hike, passing through the Falimont Pass, is suggested in the practical information section.
The BloyGR®®531trail between (6) and (7) is closed from 1 November to 30 April by prefectural decree dated 18 May 2022.
06/02/2023: Hiking prohibited until further notice by municipal order due to rock and stone falls on theGR®®531.
Charlemagne car park - Schiessrothried Lake

day1: hike around Hohneck, snowfield route and descent to Schiessrothried Lake.
Around Hohneck via Lake Schiessrothried and Dagobert Cave

A two-day walk around Hohneck for the whole family. We did it in two six-hour stages, at the pace of our children (aged 7 and 10) and including breaks.
Hiking is prohibited until further notice by municipal decree due to rockfalls on theGR®®531trail.
Please note! This route is not accessible in winter. Points (2), (3) and (4) connecting the Col du Falimont to Frankenthal are closed from 1 November to 30 April 2022 (prefectural decree of 18 May 2022).
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