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Philippsbourg walks
The Grand Wintersberg and the Celtic camp at Ziegenberg
Visorando Member
3.33 mi
+476 ft
-472 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Niederbronn-les-Bains (Bas-Rhin)
A pleasant forest trail that leads without much effort to the highest point in the Northern Vosges, where a tower built at the end of the 19th century offers extensive panoramic views. Less popular, the Celtic camp site is not without charm.
Lieschbach Pond Circular Walk
5.87 mi
+446 ft
-453 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Philippsbourg (Moselle)
A circular walk starting from the scenic Hanau lake towards the wild Lieschbach lake, via the Kachler Rocks, and back via the Steinberg.
Two castles and peat bogs starting from the Étang de Hanau
7.95 mi
+791 ft
-801 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Philippsbourg (Moselle)
A superb hike through the forest, mainly starting from the Étang de Hanau, passing by the Étang de Lieschbach, Falkenstein Castle, Waldeck Castle and the peat bogs.
From Hanau Pond to Waldeck Castle
4.45 mi
+394 ft
-384 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Philippsbourg (Moselle)
A forest setting for this family-friendly route. Peat bogs, rocks, viewing points and the ruins of a medieval castle. The Étang de Hanau, often considered the most beautiful lake in the Northern Vosges, is set within an exceptional natural site, designated a “World Biosphere Reserve” by UNESCO.
Ponds, castles, forests and sandstone cliffs starting from Hanau Pond
10.17 mi
+1,339 ft
-1,325 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Philippsbourg (Moselle)
Magnificent hike on the forest paths around Hanau Pond. Visit the ruins of Falkenstein, Rothenburg and Waldeck Castles, passing by the splendid sandstone arch of Erbsenfelsen.
Baerenthal, Hanau and Lieschbach ponds and the ruins of Ramstein Castle
8.26 mi
+810 ft
-801 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Baerenthal (Moselle)
A beautiful, undulating walk through the forests of Baerenthal and the Hanau Pond, ending at the ruins of Ramstein Castle
Conquering Ramstein
4.35 mi
+577 ft
-577 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Baerenthal (Moselle)
Ramstein Castle dates back to the 13th century. It stands on a rocky sandstone outcrop. At the summit, there is a panoramic view of Baerenthal and its valley. The two lakes, Ramstein and Baerenthal, are full of charm and make an ideal spot for a refreshing break.
Ramstein Castle from the start at Baerenthal Pond
7.53 mi
+715 ft
-699 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Baerenthal (Moselle)
A very beautiful and pleasant walk in warm weather as it is mostly shaded. Discover Ramstein Castle, Baerenthal Pond and the lake where the more motivated can take a dip at the end of the walk!
Ascent and tour of Grand Wintersberg
8.77 mi
+1,362 ft
-1,339 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Niederbronn-les-Bains (Bas-Rhin)
Ascent of the Grand Wintersberg, the highest point in the Northern Vosges, via a steep path. Return via a different, equally narrow path. Take care in wet weather or when the paths are snow-covered.
From La Wasenbourg to the Grand Wintersberg
11.57 mi
+2,182 ft
-2,169 ft
7h 15
Difficult
Departure from Niederbronn-les-Bains (Bas-Rhin)
A very beautiful, challenging hike that takes us from the Source du Lichteneck to the ruins of Wasenbourg Castle and on to the Grand Wintersberg, passing through the hamlet of Breitenwasen. The climb up to Wintersberg is steep and requires good stamina. Walking poles will prove particularly useful here. For the more motivated, this route is perfect for a trail running training session as it combines ascents, descents and technical sections.
Le Grand Wintersberg
7.11 mi
+1,394 ft
-1,371 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Niederbronn-les-Bains (Bas-Rhin)
Circular hike starting from the Celtic spring with ascent of the Grand Wintersberg, 581 m, the highest point in the Northern Vosges, and return via the Col de la Liese chalet (belonging to the Club Vosgien) and the Heidenkopf shelter.
The castles of Wasenbourg and Grand Arnsbourg and Notre-Dame de Wasenberg
9.36 mi
+1,378 ft
-1,368 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Niederbronn-les-Bains (Bas-Rhin)
A lovely forest walk in the hills above Niederbronn-les-Bains, taking in the Reisberg hill, the archaeological and historical sites of Wasenbourg, the Charles Mathis discovery trail, and continuing along theGR® 53 to the ruined castle of Grand Arnsbourg. The return route takes you over the Schlangenthal Pass, alongside the Falkensteinbach stream and past the Notre-Dame du Wasenberg Chapel.
Wasenbourg Castle - Col de l'Ungerthal
7.76 mi
+1,394 ft
-1,371 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Niederbronn-les-Bains (Bas-Rhin)
Hike in the forest of Niederbronn-les-Bains to discover Wasenbourg Castle and then the Col de l'Ungerthal.
From Hohenfels to Grand Wintersberg
7.26 mi
+1,263 ft
-1,260 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Bas-Rhin
Hike between a semi-troglodytic castle and the highest point in the Northern Vosges.
Hanau Pond - Falkenstein and Waldeck Castles
9.33 mi
+1,106 ft
-1,083 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Éguelshardt (Moselle)
The castles of Hanau - The Erbsenfels arch.
Forest route on the heights of Oberbronn and Zinswiller
8.00 mi
+1,198 ft
-1,198 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Oberbronn (Bas-Rhin)
Circular in the forest on the heights of Oberbronn and Zinswiller. Passing through Immenkopf, Ungerthal, Grunschaft, Michelskopf and Linsenthal Pond from the Sonnenberg area.
Loop of the 5 castles
10.28 mi
+2,165 ft
-2,136 ft
6h 35
Moderate
Departure from Bas-Rhin
This hike in the Northern Vosges will allow you to discover five castles which, although less well known than Fleckenstein, are just as worthy of a visit! Much of the walk takes place on small forest paths, making it very pleasant in hot weather.
Kindsbrunnen shelter and pass, the Stoffel Cross, the Sentier des Bornes trail.
13.73 mi
+1,404 ft
-1,404 ft
7h 30
Difficult
Departure from Reipertswiller (Bas-Rhin)
A fairly long hike, as some people like, with no significant elevation gain. It is nice in spring because the vegetation still lets the first rays of sunshine through, but it is accessible in all seasons and has a well-placed shelter for a dry lunch.There are no difficulties on the route except for the length!
Route des cinq châteaux vers Windstein
14.69 mi
+2,746 ft
-2,740 ft
9h 10
Very difficult
Departure from Windstein (Bas-Rhin)
Northern Alsace is renowned for its castles. This route allows you to explore five of them: Nouveau and Vieux Windstein, Wittschloessel, Wineck and Schoeneck. A detour also allows you to see the ‘Man’s Rock’ and ‘Woman’s Rock’, as well as a magnificent view over Dambach and Neunhoffen. This is a walk that constantly alternates between ascents and descents through the forest, some easier than others. Only the section towards Dambach is flat.
Around the village of Offwiller
2.89 mi
+617 ft
-620 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Offwiller (Bas-Rhin)
In the foothills of the Northern Vosges, this route combines the coolness of the forest with a discovery of the heritage of this half-timbered village, typical of the area.
The castles of Windstein, Wittschloessel and Wineck
8.81 mi
+1,677 ft
-1,667 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Windstein (Bas-Rhin)
The village of Windstein, nestled in a valley in the Northern Vosges, is the ideal starting point for visiting the many ruined castles in the surrounding area.
The hike takes in the two castles of Wittschloessel and Wineck. It is possible to add Schoeneck Castle by temporarily deviating from the route.
Wolfartshoffen lake, Windstein and Jaegerthal castles
12.93 mi
+1,759 ft
-1,752 ft
7h 30
Difficult
Departure from Reichshoffen (Bas-Rhin)
A pleasant walk that mainly follows wide forest tracks. The paths present no major difficulty, apart from the access to the Windstein ruins.
You will pass, in particular, the magnificent ruins of the Jaegerthal Forge, the birthplace of the De Dietrich factory, which was founded on 5 April 1685.
The Jaegerthal Forges and the Castles of Windstein
6.45 mi
+988 ft
-988 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Windstein (Bas-Rhin)
A pleasant, easy walk, mainly along wide forest paths, offering the chance to discover the Jaegerthal Forges, the castles of Nouveau and Vieux Windstein, and a few blockhouses.
Castles, rocks and remains of the Maginot Line in the Northern Vosges
16.39 mi
+3,150 ft
-3,163 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Windstein (Bas-Rhin)
This is a large circular hike starting from Jaegerthal, the birthplace of the De Dietrich family, with its castle, park and the remains of the first forge near the car park. It is a long but peaceful hike, with a succession of small "bumps" and dotted with numerous fortified castles and remarkable rocks. The first part follows the "Sentier de la Ligne Maginot" (Maginot Line Trail) with a succession of bunkers in a surprisingly good state of preservation.
Domaniale Forest and Grand Étang de Mouterhouse
4.15 mi
+492 ft
-492 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Mouterhouse (Moselle)
A pleasant little hike in the Mouterhouse National Forest and along the banks of the Grand Étang lake in the same locality. After enjoying the calm of the forest with its beautiful straight trees and good quality paths, the end of the hike takes place along the Grand Étang lake, where you can admire the spectacle of numerous fishermen on their pontoons.
The Wolfartshoffen lake in Reichshoffen
3.06 mi
+217 ft
-210 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Reichshoffen (Bas-Rhin)
A pleasant little walk near Reichshoffen in a quiet part of the Neuwald Forest, ending with a view overlooking the Wolfartshoffen lake.
On the top-quality trails of the Bitche region
7.14 mi
+761 ft
-758 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Sturzelbronn (Moselle)
Starting from the quiet little hamlet of Bremendell, this easy walk takes you through the forests of the Bitche region, taking in several notable sites, including the village of Sturzelbronn and its abbey, as well as the Luchsfelsen.
Franco-German trail from castle to castle - Part 2
9.96 mi
+2,310 ft
-2,310 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Obersteinbach (Bas-Rhin)
The trail marked with the "Premiumweg" label 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 landscape of endless forests, pink sandstone rocks rising towards the sky and remarkable castle ruins. This 33 km trail was originally divided into two circular loops. Here is the second part, covering 16 km.
Circuit, rocks and castles around Obersteinbach
7.34 mi
+1,460 ft
-1,430 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Obersteinbach (Bas-Rhin)
This trail takes you to rocks and castles with magnificent, unobstructed views of the valley and Obersteinbach.
You can visit the Bohemian Rock or "Tziganes", Wasigenstein Castle, Petit Arnsberg Castle and Wachtfels Rock with its breathtaking view.
There is a short stretch of tarmac at the start and end of the hike.
This is a fairly easy hike, but I have rated it as moderately difficult due to its length.
Lichtenberg Castle from Ingwiller
8.17 mi
+1,335 ft
-1,332 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Ingwiller (Bas-Rhin)
A pleasant hike of moderate difficulty, culminating in the magnificent Lichtenberg Castle.
You will walk mainly on paths and through a deciduous forest, enjoying the early spring sunshine but staying in the shade in summer.
Sparsbach: via Englishberg and Ochsenstall
10.72 mi
+846 ft
-846 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Ingwiller (Bas-Rhin)
A pleasant hike to stretch your legs. Ideal in early May when nature is waking up. Passes by an impressive rocky outcrop (beautiful view) and caves. Most of the walk is in the shade and the hike follows a river on the last part of the route. Also pleasant in the height of summer.
(updated May 2020)
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