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Panorama sur le vallon et l'Auberge du Mehrbachel walks
Le Grand Ballon via Saint-Amarin
Visorando Member
9.83 mi
+3,068 ft
-3,077 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Amarin (Haut-Rhin)
Climb the Grand Ballon via the Saint-Amarin valley. An exceptional hike through unspoilt nature with a thousand visual wonders.
Tour du Mehrbächel from Saint-Amarin
Tourist office
5.28 mi
+1,142 ft
-1,135 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Amarin (Haut-Rhin)
A pleasant walk nestled in a small, fairly wild valley below the Vosges ridges. Soak up the natural surroundings with numerous small springs and waterfalls along the way. The forest reveals its secrets, so keep your eyes peeled and you may spot some of its inhabitants.
A circular walk starting from Merhbachel to the Saint-Nicolas Chapel
Tourism professional
3.11 mi
+748 ft
-748 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Amarin (Haut-Rhin)
At the very end of the Altvogelbach valley, a network of paths and trails takes you from the Auberge du Mehrbächel to explore the mid-altitude forest as far as the picturesque Saint-Nicolas Chapel, tucked away in the woods.
Walks near Panorama sur le vallon et l'Auberge du Mehrbachel
Le Markstein – Thann
17.72 mi
+2,359 ft
-5,187 ft
10h 10
Very difficult
Departure from Oderen (Haut-Rhin)
From the Markstein, the sixteenth stage of the journey across the Vosges proposed by Passion Vosges magazine continues along the Great Vosges Ridge towards the massif’s highest point, the Grand Ballon. After a visit to the Hartmannswillerkopf battlefield (1914–1918) and a climb to the summit of the Molkenrain, a long descent through the forest begins, heading towards Thann and its famous Gothic collegiate church. Franck Buchy’s account of this sixteenth stage can be found in *Passion Vosges*.
On the ridges: Grand Ballon – Markstein – Petit Ballon
13.44 mi
+2,110 ft
-3,022 ft
8h 00
Difficult
Departure from Murbach (Haut-Rhin)
An easy route, gently undulating across the highest peaks of the Vosges, through stubble fields and forests. Magnificent views over the surrounding valleys.
Markstein – Petit Ballon – Linthal
12.88 mi
+1,407 ft
-3,619 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Oderen (Haut-Rhin)
Take the time to admire the landscapes and views that make this second day’s walk so special. The route follows the ridges for the most part, leading to the Petit Ballon via the Klintzkopf. Once again, you’ll be able to fully enjoy the panoramic views over the plains and valleys on either side of the mountain. This route, which passes through forests and stubble fields, will allow you to discover the richness of the local flora.
Gsang towards the Hundsruck Pass
4.44 mi
+499 ft
-1,444 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Moosch (Haut-Rhin)
Return to the Hundrunck Pass via the summit of the Vogelstein.
Ascent to the Grand Ballon from Sengern (Guebwiller) via the lake
5.78 mi
+2,910 ft
-39 ft
5h 10
Difficult
Departure from Lautenbachzell (Haut-Rhin)
A challenging climb to the Grand Ballon from Sengern (past Guebwiller). The route passes by the beautiful Lac du Ballon and the Gustiberg farmhouse inn, both of which offer very pleasant places to stop for a break.
Linthal – Grand Ballon – Markstein
12.20 mi
+3,553 ft
-1,319 ft
8h 40
Difficult
Departure from Linthal (Haut-Rhin)
A very physically demanding first day with a wide variety of landscapes.
Starting from Linthal, the most mountainous village in the Guebwiller region, the first day of this multi-day hike will take you to the Auberge du Steinlebach, via the Grand Ballon – the highest peak in the Vosges mountains, rising to an altitude of 1,424 metres – and the Markstein resort. The ascent is quite challenging and requires a good level of fitness. Along the way, you’ll pass the Gustiberg farmhouse inn, Lake Ballon and the Haag farmhouse inn…
Hahnenbrunnen Pass and Uff Rain from Langenwasen
9.32 mi
+2,182 ft
-2,146 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Metzeral (Haut-Rhin)
A lovely climb towards the Vosges ridge along the River Pfahlrunz, with a stop at a charming little lake (unnamed). Lots of remarkable trees. Then an easy walk along theGR®5along the ridge before heading towards the farm inns at Salzbach and Uff Rain, with panoramic views of the Vosges peaks.
Petit Ballon - Sengern
5.91 mi
+604 ft
-2,608 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Luttenbach-près-Munster (Haut-Rhin)
The route begins in alpine pastureland, then passes through very shady forests.
Le Col du Grand Ballon depuis Soultz
8.15 mi
+3,596 ft
-89 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Soultz-Haut-Rhin (Haut-Rhin)
Randonnée presque quasiment en montée qui permet de relier Soultz, sympathique village culturel, au Col du Grand Ballon où vous pourrez passer la nuit avant d'aller le lendemain matin au sommet. Bien que cette étape soit courte en kilomètres, elle comporte un important dénivelé à ne pas négliger. Mais que de beautés en revanche entre les forêts et points de vues remarquables dans la dernière partie du parcours.
From Lac de Blanchemer to Lac de Longemer
6.46 mi
+738 ft
-1,532 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from La Bresse (Vosges)
Second stage of this hike with bivouac. This time, Lac Lalande, Lac de Retournemer, Cascade Charlemagne and Cascade de Retournemer will be on your route, allowing you to discover magnificent colours.