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Moselle (la) walks
Maron/Sexey-aux-Forges
Visorando Member
4.58 mi
+364 ft
-364 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Sexey-aux-Forges (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
A beautiful walk through the forest and along the Moselle with a lovely viewpoint halfway along the route, complete with a bench.
The Terrouin Valley in Villey-Saint-Étienne
5.33 mi
+217 ft
-207 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Villey-Saint-Étienne (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
An easy walk from the banks of the majestic Moselle at this point, with views of the Toulois hills and, further away, the Meuse hills and finally the meadows and forests around the loops of the Terrouin.
The Red Fountain and Mousson Castle
3.18 mi
+643 ft
-620 ft
2h 00
Moderate
Departure from Pont-à-Mousson (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
Between the botanical trail and the old stones of Mousson Castle.
Ville-au-Val, Landemont from Autreville-sur-Moselle
7.37 mi
+1,526 ft
-1,535 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Autreville-sur-Moselle (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
Hike starting from Autreville-sur-Moselle offering beautiful views of the Moselle valley, the Natagne valley and the surrounding countryside.
The Mamouth Crossing
5.51 mi
+692 ft
-705 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Autreville-sur-Moselle (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
This trail was marked out by young people from Millery and Autreville-sur-Moselle in July 2013 to enable anyone who wishes to discover it, with signposts and nesting boxes built by the young people to protect certain species of birds.
All along the way, you will enjoy beautiful views of the Moselle and the villages of Millery and Autreville-sur-Moselle.
If you love nature and listening to birdsong, then this walk is for you.
Corny Jouy on foot
5.31 mi
+112 ft
-98 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Corny-sur-Moselle (Moselle)
A pleasant and easy walk along the Moselle and then through the woods on a well-maintained path.
Rupt de Mad valley and Rudemont tower
8.13 mi
+863 ft
-860 ft
4h 30
Easy
Departure from Arnaville (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
This route will take you through part of the Rupt de Mad valley before the river flows into the Moselle, and to one of its typical villages, Bayonville. Discover the Rudemont plateau via a route that takes you off the beaten track.
Quartzite Trail
7.51 mi
+751 ft
-748 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Montenach (Moselle)
(!) Please note that, following various reports, it appears that this hike is temporarily unavailable due to:
- works in the town of Sierck,
- temporary closure of the return route due to a fungus attacking the trees.
An update will be published once the path is accessible again.
This hike offers magnificent views of the Moselle valley, the Stromberg and Sierck Castle.
The banks of the Moselle to the south of Metz
10.46 mi
+669 ft
-669 ft
5h 25
Easy
Departure from Jouy-aux-Arches (Moselle)
A beautiful circuit along the Mosel through the charming villages bordering it, namely:
Jouy-aux-Arches, Corny-sur-Moselle, Novéant-sur-Moselle, Dornot and Ancy-sur-Moselle.
Villages of the Moselle Valley and 2nd-century Roman aqueduct
7.02 mi
+584 ft
-577 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Ars-sur-Moselle (Moselle)
Part of the hike takes place in the forest, offering beautiful views of the Moselle valley.
From Domptail-en-l'Air to Lorey
5.34 mi
+587 ft
-607 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Domptail-en-l'Air (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
An undulating, easy circuit among the mirabelle plum trees on the heights of the Moselle.
Le Grand Rozot
4.43 mi
+10 ft
-13 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Crévéchamps (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
Pleasant walk along the canal on the way there and back around the ponds.
Circular Moselle between Villey-le-Sec and Pierre-la-Treiche
5.77 mi
+269 ft
-259 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Villey-le-Sec (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
Walk along the circular loops of the Moselle between Villey-le-Sec and Pierre-la-Treiche or the 'cave route'.
Start at the Villey-le-Sec dam car park, hike through the woods of Villey-le-Sec and along the old railway line to see the caves.
Return on flat ground via the cycle path.
Gondreville and the Canalised Moselle
6.08 mi
+62 ft
-62 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Gondreville (Meurthe-et-Moselle) (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
Route starting from Gondreville, one of the oldest towns in Lorraine, with beautiful views of the canalised Moselle.
The large greenhouses and ponds of Saint-Rémy
5.12 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from La Maxe (Moselle)
Circular passing along the Saint-Rémy ponds, the La Maxe greenhouses and the EDF thermal power plant.
Rudemont Pass
3.44 mi
+394 ft
-394 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Arnaville (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
A beautiful walk in the heart of an environment protected by the Conservatoire des Sites Lorrains (limestone grasslands) with a magnificent view of the Moselle and Rupt de Mad valleys.
A tour of Metz
5.08 mi
+72 ft
-49 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Metz (Moselle)
Starting from the beautiful central station, you will pass through Gallo-Roman Metz, Medieval Metz, Royal Metz, Imperial Metz and 21st-century Metz. You will discover Saint-Étienne Cathedral and its 6,000 m² of stained glass windows. The Musée de la Cour d'Or with its Gallo-Roman baths in situ. You will discover Metz as you have never seen it before and as I love it.
Mazagran farm - Arnaville limestone grassland (Rudemont)
6.62 mi
+748 ft
-741 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Novéant-sur-Moselle (Moselle)
Observe the Gorzia valley, cross the Bayonville woods to the Mazagran farm, and admire the Rupt de Mad and Moselle valleys from the top of the Rudemont hill.
Xon and Froidmont, sites of memorable battles (1914)
12.19 mi
+1,342 ft
-1,345 ft
6h 45
Moderate
Departure from Lesménils (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
This historical walk (First World War) winds its way from one battlefield to another. The route runs between two strategic points: Le Xon, occupied by the French on French territory, and Le Froidmont, on German territory following Germany's annexation of Alsace and Moselle in 1870.
Stromberg circular
2.23 mi
+394 ft
-394 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Contz-les-Bains (Moselle)
A beautiful circular starting from the village of Contz-les-Bains to the summit of Stromberg, which overlooks the Moselle and faces Sierck and its medieval castle.
The circular Moselle between Villey-le-Sec and Pierre-le-Treiche.
6.27 mi
+384 ft
-384 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Villey-le-Sec (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
Explore the circular loops of the Moselle between Villey-le-Sec and Pierre-la-Treiche, passing by old military structures and caves.
From the car park at the Villey-le-Sec dam, hike through the woods of Villey-le-Sec and Pierre-la-Treiche to discover the military structures, then return along the old railway line and the Moselle to visit the caves.
Around Richardménil through the woods and along the canals
5.30 mi
+151 ft
-128 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Richardménil (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
A getaway from the centre of Richardménil to its neighbouring towns: Méréville, Messein, Ludres and Fléville. This almost triangular route follows or runs alongside the old freight routes: the Canal de l'Est, now the Canal des Vosges, the Canal de Jonction and the old railway lines serving the Ludres-Fléville industrial zone. If you cross this industrial zone during the week, you will understand why barges and trains no longer run in the area...
Route updated in January 2026.
The Arry coast and its limestone grasslands
6.11 mi
+699 ft
-679 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Arry (Moselle)
Hike between Arry, Mardigny and Lorry-Mardigny to visit their forests, limestone grasslands and local buildings. The Arry hillside offers panoramic views of the Moselle valley, the Rupt de Mad and the Seille valley. Flora: several species of orchids, aster amelle, stinking hellebore, meadow sage, crane's bill, viper's bugloss... Fauna: peacock butterflies and green hairstreak butterflies, whinchat birds, yellowhammer, linnet, thrush, finch, chiffchaff, smooth snake, birds of prey...
The Cross of Parier and the Haut de Bélué
4.76 mi
+1,572 ft
-1,572 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Rupt-sur-Moselle (Vosges)
Beautiful panoramic views of Rupt-sur-Moselle.
Orientation table on the Haut de Bélué with views of the Vosges ridges.
Around Richardméil
5.63 mi
+361 ft
-371 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Flavigny-sur-Moselle (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
A hike around the village of Richardménil, passing through the Bois Leleau, the Bois Impérial, the Tombouctou plateau with a view of Ludres and Nancy, a visit to the Saint Georges Church before returning via the Canal des Vosges.
Circular Novéant via Gorze and Rochers de la Fraze
9.15 mi
+1,198 ft
-1,168 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Novéant-sur-Moselle (Moselle)
Most of the route follows dirt tracks and paths through or along the edge of the forest, avoiding tarmac roads as much as possible.
The towns of Novéant and Gorze reveal beautiful old stones, evidence of the presence of builders since time immemorial.
Circular of the Moselle between Liverdun and Lock No. 5 at Aingeray.
7.43 mi
+387 ft
-387 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Liverdun (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
A circular route starting from Liverdun, passing through the communal woods of La Fourasse, then in front of Château de la Flie, continuing along the Moselle to Aingeray Lock No. 5. Crossing the Moselle and returning via a cycle path along the river.
Circular from Bois de Bicqueley to Pierre-la-Treiche
7.62 mi
+738 ft
-738 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Pierre-la-Treiche (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
This walk in the Toulois region at Pierre-la-Treiche will take you to the Deuille, a small stream in the Bicqueley forest, with a return trip along the Moselle.
Traumschleife - Schengen without borders
5.18 mi
+948 ft
-945 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Germany-Luxembourg condominium
The certified "Schengen without Borders" hiking trail starts in the village of Schengen at the European Museum. Passing through forests, fields and vineyards, the trail goes via Strombierg and offers breathtaking views of the Moselle valley (Sierck and Contz).
Circular route around Sierck les Bains
14.98 mi
+1,755 ft
-1,742 ft
8h 25
Difficult
Departure from Sierck-les-Bains (Moselle)
This walk takes you to two castles: Sierck Castle and Manderen Castle, better known as Malbrouck Castle.
Numerous religious buildings (chapels, wayside shrines, churches, Jewish cemetery in Sierck).
Finally, the route allows you to discover a rich variety of flora (particularly along the nature trail at Montenach) and fauna (birds of prey, woodpeckers).
Also worth seeing are two typical Lorraine villages with their old buildings.
Four valleys starting from Moivrons
18.75 mi
+1,732 ft
-1,745 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Moivrons (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
A circular route allowing you to discover the Seille, Natagne, Moselle and Mauchère valleys, starting from Moivrons. A varied and very pleasant route allowing you to hike on the plateaus with superb views. Halfway along the route, refreshments are available in Custines.
Dieulouard, Notre-Dame des Airs Chapel and Blénod Thermal Power Station
6.03 mi
+476 ft
-476 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Dieulouard (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
Route through the forest offering beautiful views of the Esch Valley and the Moselle Valley.
The return trip along the canalised Moselle offers views of herons, cormorants and possibly deer in the plain.
Between Novéant and Gorze
8.04 mi
+725 ft
-722 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Novéant-sur-Moselle (Moselle)
Most of the route is through forest. Ideal for a sunny day. The outward journey follows the old tramway line, and the return journey follows theGR®5.
Saint-Laurent, Étang du Bult, Ferme du Humbertois and Roches d’Olima
10.93 mi
+1,125 ft
-1,138 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Chantraine (Vosges)
A signposted walk through the forest between Chantraine and Saint-Laurent offering a quick view of Épinal from the Olympe. The walk follows the Bouzey Lake water supply canal twice, passing by the Étang du Bult and the Étang du Riéfaing, as well as the Roches d’Olima after following a small stream.
Belvedere and Cuveaux rocks
1.69 mi
+292 ft
-292 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Éloyes (Vosges)
A short hike full of surprises in a forest environment among sandstone rocks. A viewpoint equipped with a promontory offering a beautiful view of the Moselle valley.The circular route can be done in either direction, but the suggested direction allows you to better appreciate the elevation gain.There are markings (yellow diamonds) but they are not always easy to spot.
The wild Moselle from Mangonville
7.15 mi
+436 ft
-436 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Mangonville (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
This is a pleasant walk offering beautiful views of the Moselle and allowing you to discover the ruins of the medieval castle of Bainville-aux-Miroirs, as well as an old nail factory and its large wheel, an industrial relic in a rural setting. In the second part of the route, a path through a nature reserve allows you to get close to the wild Moselle and its surroundings before following the Canal de l'Est (southern branch) along the shaded towpath.
From the Théâtre du Peuple to the Croix de Fresse in Bussang
4.97 mi
+1,168 ft
-1,161 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Bussang (Vosges)
A short warm-up walk to the first hills overlooking Bussang, to be done before setting off for the Vosges peaks. On the way, don't miss the famous Théâtre du Peuple, an ancient wooden building in a green setting, before heading for the alpine farms and passing the Berhamont ridge, then returning to the village via the Croix de Fresse.
Boucles de la Moselle: between Messein and Neuves-Maisons
7.84 mi
+102 ft
-112 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Messein (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
Start from Messein and return via the village of Méréville. A circular route with easy conditions, mostly on cycle paths.
History of iron
13.35 mi
+1,319 ft
-1,319 ft
7h 15
Moderate
Departure from Chavigny (Meurthe-et-Moselle) (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
Discover the history of iron around Neuves-Maisons.
Le Rouge Gazon via Sapin Saint-Antoine and Cuisine du Diable
10.00 mi
+2,448 ft
-2,415 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Bussang (Vosges)
This hike includes steep trails. Mainly through the woods, this route is pleasant even in summer. The changing landscapes follow one another with beautiful crossings of forests with varied species and surprising geological features.
Maron - Pierre-la-Treiche
15.26 mi
+236 ft
-233 ft
3 hrs
Easy
Departure from Sexey-aux-Forges (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
A leisurely bike ride along the Moselle with a few stops to visit the caves carved out by the Moselle in the karst rock when its level was much higher.
Le Drumont
8.95 mi
+2,526 ft
-2,523 ft
6h 20
Difficult
Departure from Bussang (Vosges)
A climb up to Drumont, in the footsteps of the Resistance fighters.
Circular route of the Moselle between Pierre-la-Treiche and Toul
9.43 mi
+135 ft
-135 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Pierre-la-Treiche (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
Explore the Moselle circular loops between Pierre-la-Treiche and Toul. Starting from the car park at Pierre-la-Treiche, head towards Chaudeney along a small path through the woods on the right bank of the Moselle. Visit the Chaudeney dam and the two locks at Toul. Return along the narrow-gauge canal, then via the hamlet of Gare-le-Cou and the Château de la Rochotte.
26ème marche populaire de Talange
Association / Club / Walk leader13.41 mi
+49 ft
-49 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Talange (Moselle)
Route along the Moselle canals.This easy, popular walk will take you along the canal and the Moselle, passing by the Argancy dam, then back via Ennery and Ay-sur-Moselle, along the Moselle.
From Col des Croix to Fresse-sur-Moselle
12.92 mi
+2,779 ft
-2,782 ft
8h 20
Difficult
Departure from Haut-du-Them-Château-Lambert (Haute-Saône)
On the northern flank of the Ballon de Servance.
Twisted beech trees around Pagny-sur-Moselle
9.45 mi
+725 ft
-728 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Arnaville (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
From the banks of the Moselle to the "twisted beech trees" over a hundred years old.
The two Ballons - Fresse-sur-Moselle
16.54 mi
+3,950 ft
-3,973 ft
11h 05
Difficult
Departure from Fresse-sur-Moselle (Vosges)
A very pleasant route for trail runners and experienced walkers.Option to take a shortcut if necessary.Avoid in foggy conditions; steep paths.Starts from the centre of Fresse-sur-Moselle and returns to the same point.
The Domaine les Gravières Nature Reserve in Pont-à-Mousson
3.54 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Pont-à-Mousson (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
Gravel pit nature reserve: 200 plant species, 150 bird species, 6 bat species, 21 dragonfly species, 15 fish species, 13 bat species and wild Tarpans. These are small wild European horses.
An area dedicated to nature, so paths are not cleared; please check the notices
