Osthouse walks

A short tour of the village of Osthouse and its surroundings. Numerous waterways, meadows and shady forests will enhance your journey. The castle and church are also worth a visit.

This is a hike in the Ried region, consisting of two circular routes in one. The Lutter Route (Green Ring) and the Ill Route (Blue Ring). You can do both circular routes or just one of them. It is fairly easy as there are no steep slopes. The route starts at the Benfeld lake and then crosses forests and fields, following the Lutter, Muhlbach and Ill rivers along forest paths and trails (very little tarmac).

A short walk along the water's edge, pleasant in all seasons and appealing to adults, children and pets (on a lead) alike. With a bit of luck, you may see many animals, including kingfishers, as well as traces of beavers. In fine weather, this route is ideal for a picnic by the water's edge.

Hike between fields and forest near Nordhouse. Pass through the village of Hipsheim and return via the Rhône-Rhine canal. Pass by the Borne 2000 monument in Nordhouse.

A circular route with virtually no elevation gain, through the shaded forest on the German side of the Rhine. Part of the route follows a signposted path known as the “Schnakenpfad” (the snail trail), which is approximately 7.5 km long. It is located near Lac de Gravier to the west, between the villages of Ottenheim-Schwanau and Meißenheim. This path is aptly named, as the locals also call it “Schnoogepfad” (the Mosquito Trail), because in summer it is teeming with them. The route alternates between small lakes, streams, charming little wooden bridges, footpaths, tracks of varying widths, tarmac roads and a few pavements at the start and finish in the streets of the village of Ottenheim-Schwanau. The whole route is easily accessible. There are several shelters with tables and benches along the way. Suitable walking shoes are nevertheless recommended. Dogs must be kept on a lead! The area is rich in wildlife and you’ll also come across beautiful wild geese.

A country circuit through forests, villages, fields and rivers.

This is a variation on route -1-, slightly longer and slightly less shaded.

A bucolic walk in the cool shade of the forest, along the water; ideal in hot weather.

Hike around the Witternheim bench with fun signs created in collaboration with the municipality and the Maison de la Nature de Muttersholtz. Long tour marked by the Club Vosgien with a red ring.

A beautiful, easy walk in the Grand Ried in Rhinau, between fields and forest near the Rhine, surrounded by springs and streams with exceptionally clear water and blockhouses. Suitable for children.

An 8 km hike on flat terrain. The route passes through parts of villages (Eschau, Ohnheim, Fegersheim), follows streams through fields, crosses a grove and runs alongside a pond.

A route through the Taubergiessen National Nature Reserve, in the German part of Rhinau, along the Old Rhine with views of Rhinau Island and a short detour to Europa-Park (Rust). This is a thousand-hectare nature reserve owned by the French commune of Rhinau on German territory (650 ha of forest and 350 ha of meadows or fields). I was lucky enough to spot roe deer, swans and herons.

The Hattisheim route is a circular route that connects the villages of Blaesheim and Geispolsheim, both accessible by public transport from Strasbourg. Marked by a Red Ring, the route offers a varied walk. Historical heritage, including the Gloeckelsberg tower (former bell tower) in Blaesheim and the Chapel of Our Lady of the Seven Sorrows in Hattisheim. Natural landscapes, with a route through vineyards, orchards and the Bruch de l’Andlau. Finally, local points of interest, such as fishing ponds once used for hemp processing.

This is a short, easy hike along cycle paths, roads, field tracks and forest paths. Views of the Vosges mountains and Mont Sainte-Odile. Please note that the path is quite muddy in the Plon forest.

A beautiful hike through vineyards, orchards, villages and forests in the hills around Obernai and Ottrott with beautiful views.

This is a short, unpretentious circular route through fields and built-up areas. The route runs alongside the Strasbourg-Entzheim airport runway, as well as a small section of the Bruche river and the Strasbourg-Molsheim railway line.

A circular walk to the Bischenberg Convent, returning via the vineyards to the Mont National memorial overlooking the town of Obernai. Numerous views over the Alsace plain, the Black Forest and the villages at the foot of the hills.

Welcome to Altorf for a walk through forests, fields and villages, discovering ancient boundary stones (from the 16th to the 18th centuries). This 6 km route is ideal for a family walk. For very young children, the route can be shortened (simply ignore the optional points). There is even a playground on the route. Enjoy your walk!

Loop hike from Rosheim, combining the "Circuit des balcons" and the "Circuit du vignoble". An undulating route with no difficulty, winding through the vineyards on the heights of Rosheim, then leading to Rosenwiller and its "Sentier de découverte de collines en vignobles" (discovery trail through the vineyard hills). The return journey will allow you to discover the must-see sights of the Roman city of Rosheim.

Short circular loop from Rosheim, a beautiful Alsatian city (situated on the Wine Route and the Roman Route), particularly steeped in history, which its architectural heritage is evidence of. Walk through the vineyards and orchards towards Bischenberg, its convent, dry prairies and beautiful view over the plain.

If you are unfamiliar with the Piedmont of the Vosges, discover its varied terrain and landscapes during this afternoon hike.

This hike with a slight elevation gain, in a hilly setting on the slopes of the Vosges foothills, will take you along a section of the old "Rosheim-Saint-Nabor" railway line, the future greenway, which is already open and will be inaugurated in the summer of 2019. It can also be done by mountain bike.

If you are looking for a slightly challenging route in the Vosges Piedmont, with varied terrain between vineyards and forests and beautiful panoramic views, this route will meet your expectations.

Parc and Château de la Léonardsau, through vineyards and forests, via Boersch, Saint-Léonard, Mont National and Bischenberg.

A 5km circular through the Illkirch forest, ideal for Nordic walking as it only takes a few metres of tarmac road.

In the Ried region of Alsace, the landscape is made up of numerous wet meadows. Throughout your walk, you will find information boards explaining the history of the Ried. Trail not accessible in case of flooding.

This is an easy walk to discover the fountain known as the Puits d'Amour or Dattelbrunnen. It passes through the vineyards of Dorlisheim and orchards. It can easily be shortened or lengthened to suit your preferences.

A short trip to the Nature Reserve on Rohrschollen Island at the gates of Strasbourg. A little-known getaway full of discoveries. Please note that dogs are strictly prohibited in the reserve, even on a leash. (5) June 2021: the city of Strasbourg has installed five rustic Highland Cattle cows on the island to clear the undergrowth beneath the power lines.

A lovely walk through the vineyards, suitable for any time of year.

Starting from the Molsheim municipal campsite, discover the site of Fort Mutzig. This hike is also offered by the Molsheim-Mutzig Tourist Office, but starting from Mutzig. This section is marked with a green ring. A very varied route between town, vineyards and forests, not to mention the banks of the Bruche. There are beautiful views of the towns of Molsheim and Mutzig and the Bruche valley.

An easy walk through vineyards and dry grasslands, passing by the Puits d'Amour fountain and the Laegerbrunnen fountain. Numerous viewpoints over the Alsace plain and the Black Forest enhance this walk.

This walk takes you along the Bruche River to the Dompeter d'Avolsheim, the oldest church in Alsace. After passing through the village centre, the route takes you to the Saint-Ulrich Chapel, where you can admire its ancient frescoes before returning to Molsheim along the other bank of the Bruche. We hope you enjoy your walk!

This route starts in Molsheim and goes around the entire hill where Fort Mutzig is located.It alternates between vineyards, forests and meadows, allowing you to discover some remains from the First World War.There are no particular difficulties apart from a few steep climbs in the vineyards and perhaps the considerable length of the walk.

The Bacchus tours take you on a journey of discovery through the Alsatian vineyards. The Trötele reveals the landscapes around Molsheim: a succession of meadows, vineyards, hills, forests and villages. Crossing the protected natural site of Jesselsberg in Soultz-les-Bains. Trötele means grape press in Alsatian.

This walk takes you through varied landscapes, vineyards, forests and typical villages, and also allows you to discover various sanctuaries (chapels, churches and statues). Take in the panoramic views from the vantage points to admire the valley at your feet (Schiebenberg, Heilih Hiesel Chapel, Mutzig).Passing through the medieval town of Mutzig, you can take a shortcut through the town centre to find restaurants/tea rooms for refreshments.