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Oberhoffen-lès-Wissembourg walks
Wine and tree-growing circular on the heights of Cleebourg
Visorando Member
6.93 mi
+551 ft
-531 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Oberhoffen-lès-Wissembourg (Bas-Rhin)
Hike along paved paths and trails through vineyards and orchards in the hills above Cleebourg. This route is ideal after heavy rain as the paths are clean and passable. The walk starts near the school in Oberhoffen-les-Wissembourg. Halfway along the route, after about two hours' walking, you can stop for a bite to eat at the Cleebourg restaurant, visit the cellars and taste the different grape varieties. You will be overlooking the villages of Cleebourg, Rott and Oberhoffen-les-Wissembourg with superb views.
Wissembourg Forest House on the Stiefelsberg
6.41 mi
+791 ft
-774 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Wissembourg (Bas-Rhin)
A route featuring numerous narrow paths that wind around the Col du Pigeonnier to the Col du Stiefelsberg, offering views over the Rhine plain, and back via the Chemin des Bornes, which passes through the Luchsenkopf and the Eslsberg.
From the Col du Pigeonnier to the Chemin des Cimes
7.22 mi
+1,099 ft
-1,125 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Wissembourg (Bas-Rhin)
A lovely walk that takes you from the Club Vosgien de Wissembourg car park to the Chemin des Cimes in Drachenbronn, passing close to the anti-tank ditches and following the path marked by boundary stones bearing the coats of arms of the communes of Climbach and Cleebourg. The only difficulty is crossing the ditch at point (7).
Tour of the Scherhol from Wissembourg
9.33 mi
+1,470 ft
-1,460 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Wissembourg (Bas-Rhin)
A magnificent route where hikers will follow a path that was iconic for the people of Wissembourg in the early 20th century to reach the old Scherhol Tower. Return by descending the slope towards the Lauter Valley and a visit to the town of Wissembourg.
Wissembourg - Obersteinbach
Tourism professional
18.06 mi
+2,936 ft
-2,654 ft
10h 50
Very difficult
Departure from Wissembourg (Bas-Rhin)
The first stage of the account of a north-south crossing of the Vosges, from Wissembourg to the Ballon d’Alsace, with Passion Vosges, the magazine dedicated to hiking. This stage is recounted by Franck Buchy in Passion Vosges.
Route discovery of the town of Wissembourg and its vineyards
5.90 mi
+404 ft
-394 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Wissembourg (Bas-Rhin)
This walk along the ramparts, through the vineyards and around the neighbourhoods of Wissembourg will take you past more than 70 houses built before 1700 and the imposing St. Peter and St. Paul Church.
The town's origins date back to themid-7thcentury when Benedictine monks founded an abbey, St-Pierre-et-Paul, on an island in the Lauter. The town has miraculously emerged unscathed from a history punctuated by sieges, disasters and acts of war, with a battle in 1870 bearing its name.
Col du Pigeonnier and Rott from Cleebourg
8.60 mi
+1,135 ft
-1,152 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Cleebourg (Bas-Rhin)
A pleasant hike through forests with wide paths, viewpoints and a passage through vineyards with a beautiful panorama. In spring, you can enjoy the blossoms on the fruit trees!
Ferme-auberge des Sept Fontaines - Wintzenmuehle
4.40 mi
+312 ft
-328 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Drachenbronn-Birlenbach (Bas-Rhin)
A short, very natural route to discover a forest in the Northern Vosges. The route passes by the Sept Fontaines farmhouse inn and descends towards Lobsann. The return journey is along a pleasant forest path, offering a special moment in beautiful, peaceful nature. This family route can also be done by mountain bike with a minimum of skill.
Around Climbronn Chapel
6.09 mi
+774 ft
-768 ft
3h 30
Easy
Departure from Soultz-sous-Forêts (Bas-Rhin)
A lovely loop in the Northern Vosges that crosses the old fortifications of the Maginot Line and passes by the ruins of an old chapel.
Discover the Hochwald fortifications from the Col du Pfaffenschlick
6.94 mi
+1,214 ft
-1,201 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Soultz-sous-Forêts (Bas-Rhin)
A pleasant hike in the Northern Vosges, mainly through deciduous forests, which allows you to discover the Hochwald fortifications and the Ruins of the Hermitage. If you are quiet, you may be lucky enough to spot some deer!
Loop around the Col du Pfaffenschlick
7.40 mi
+1,191 ft
-1,161 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Soultz-sous-Forêts (Bas-Rhin)
Short walk from the Col du Pfaffenschlick via Drachenbronn and the Col de Stiefelsberg.
The Maginot Line and Fort Schoenenbourg in Hunspach
5.74 mi
+233 ft
-203 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Hunspach (Bas-Rhin)
This magnificent route allows hikers to discover Hunspach, ranked among the "most beautiful villages in France", and the Maginot Line with the Fort de Schoenenbourg.
Around Lembach
17.26 mi
+2,582 ft
-2,585 ft
10h 10
Very difficult
Departure from Lembach (Bas-Rhin)
This is a hike that takes place entirely in the forest on paths and trails. At the start, for 2½ hours, you’ll be walking along little-known and very quiet paths. A route with quite a bit of elevation gain and varied scenery.
From the Lampertsloch Forest House to the Soultzerkopf Refuge
5.95 mi
+879 ft
-873 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Lampertsloch (Bas-Rhin)
A pleasant hike on the southern flank of the Hochwald, leading from the Lampertsloch Forest House to the Col du Wiep, then to the Soultzerkopf Refuge. Near the refuge, an orientation table allows you to enjoy the landscape towards the plain. This route is ideal for getting back to nature and finding peace and quiet.
Lembach and the 3 Castles
3.64 mi
+860 ft
-883 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Lembach (Bas-Rhin)
A walk made for children.
The walk starts and ends at a superb medieval playground, with a splendid view of the Krappenfels. There are two partially renovated castle ruins and the fully renovated Fleckenstein Castle (entrance fee).
From Gimbelhof to the Castle and Fleckenstein Pond
4.43 mi
+650 ft
-650 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Lembach (Bas-Rhin)
Fleckenstein Castle is an eagle’s nest of extraordinary proportions, first mentioned in 1174. It had a reputation as an impregnable stronghold until it fell, without a fight, to the soldiers of Louis XIV in 1680. This walk invites you to discover this castle and the lake of the same name.
Circular of the four castles around Fleckenstein
4.85 mi
+1,161 ft
-1,184 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Lembach (Bas-Rhin)
Discover ruined castles: Fleckenstein, Loewenstein, Hohenbourg and Wegelnbourg (Palatinate) and remarkable rocks such as the "Krappenfels" and those that line the Sentier des Roches (Rock Trail) and the climb to Wegelnbourg. These places are steeped in history and mystery, and offer some very pretty views.
Five castles in the Northern Vosges
8.05 mi
+1,795 ft
-1,795 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Lembach (Bas-Rhin)
This moderately difficult circular hike takes you to five castles built in the 12th and 13th centuries, each with a different history. From the top of some of the castles, you can also enjoy magnificent views of the Northern Vosges and the German Palatinate.
Circular from Fleckenstein Pond to Froensbourg Castle
3.96 mi
+561 ft
-538 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Lembach (Bas-Rhin)
A short, easy circular loop starting from the Fleckenstein Pond and passing by the ruined Froensbourg Castle.
Note: access to the troglodytic rooms on the upper levels is no longer possible (staircase not repaired).
The Wegelnburg via the Fleckenstein
5.25 mi
+1,312 ft
-1,322 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Lembach (Bas-Rhin)
The destination is the Wegelnbug, the highest ruin in the Palatinate, offering breathtaking 360° views.
The ascent takes you past Fleckenstein Castle, whilst the descent offers the chance to visit Hohenbourg and Loewenstein Castles.
An ideal hike for children. A fun (but chargeable) tour of Fleckenstein, with a playground near the Gimbelhof.
Franco-German trail from castle to castle - Part 1
11.74 mi
+2,464 ft
-2,454 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Schönau (Pfalz) (Südwestpfalz)
The "Premiungweg" marked trail is a meeting point between Alsace and the Palatinate. Between the Northern Vosges and the Wasgau: two of the most beautiful natural sites in Europe thanks to their landscapes of endless forests, pink sandstone rocks rising towards the sky and remarkable castle ruins. This 33 km trail was originally divided into two circular sections. Here is thefirst 20 km section.
Discover the battlefield of Woerth-Froeschwiller
5.71 mi
+322 ft
-322 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Wœrth (Bas-Rhin)
A route to discover the battlefield of Woerth-Froeschwiller from 6-8 August 1870, punctuated by monuments erected in memory of the combatants, but also by viewpoints.
It crosses fields, orchards and forests, as well as Froeschwiller, Elsasshaussen and Woerth.
Circular route from Morsbronn-les-Bains to Eberbach
5.43 mi
+331 ft
-322 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Morsbronn-les-Bains (Bas-Rhin)
A pleasant walk offering a chance to discover the landscapes around Morsbronn-les-Bains, as well as Forstheim and Eberbach. It’s an opportunity to see fields, pastures and orchards alike.
The Niederwald Forest and the Sauer Valley below Mont de Gunstett
5.18 mi
+249 ft
-256 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Morsbronn-les-Bains (Bas-Rhin)
A pleasant hike through the Niederwald forest and the Sauer valley, ending below Mont de Gunstett. In addition to the beautiful landscapes seen from the vast clearings in the forest or when crossing the Sauer plain, this route offers views of beautiful wash houses in Oberdorf-Spachbach and Gunstett, as well as fine examples of traditional Alsatian architecture.
Circular route through the plain and Gunstett Forest
9.93 mi
+230 ft
-230 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Morsbronn-les-Bains (Bas-Rhin)
A very pleasant walk along well-maintained paths, offering the chance to discover a wide variety of landscapes, such as the Sauer plain, the Gunstett Forest and traditional Alsatian architecture as you pass through the villages.
Walk around the Sauer
5.15 mi
+79 ft
-79 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Morsbronn-les-Bains (Bas-Rhin)
A pleasant walk on the plains around the River Sauer. Beautiful scenery and a glimpse of traditional Alsatian architecture. This route also offers the chance to discover two typical wash houses, one made of stone, the other of wood.
From Morsbronn-les-Bains to Fuchshuebel
6.51 mi
+243 ft
-272 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Morsbronn-les-Bains (Bas-Rhin)
A very pleasant route through the Sauer plain and the Bois de Fuchshuebel, returning via the traditional village of Oberdorf-Spachbach and the path beneath Mont de Gunstett. During this route, you’ll discover the beautiful wash house in the village of Gunstett.
A short walk in the Niederwald
4.49 mi
+371 ft
-358 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Morsbronn-les-Bains (Bas-Rhin)
A short walk starting from the resort of Morsbronn-les-Bains in the Niederwald, offering beautiful views over the Sauer plain and a pleasant time in the forest. A route presenting no real difficulties, with moderate elevation gain.
In the Morsbronn-les-Bains plain
6.39 mi
+79 ft
-79 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Morsbronn-les-Bains (Bas-Rhin)
A lovely, easy walk on flat ground through the Bieberbach and Sauer valleys. As well as beautiful scenery, it offers views of several wayside crucifixes and traditional Alsatian architecture.
Dahn Rock Trail Felsenpfad
11.32 mi
+1,637 ft
-1,617 ft
6h 40
Moderate
Departure from Dahn (Südwestpfalz)
A magnificent hike to discover the rock formations of the Palatinate Forest. You will walk through breathtaking scenery and discover Neudahn Castle, destroyed during the Peasants' War in the 16th century, one of the best-preserved castles in the Palatinate Forest
Discovering the sandstone giants in Dahn
5.73 mi
+883 ft
-863 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Dahn (Südwestpfalz)
The Dahner Felsenpfad (Dahn Rock Trail) is located in Rhineland-Palatinate. This circular route takes you into the forest to discover the giant pink sandstone rocks and the surrounding viewpoints.
Refreshments are also available along the route.