Pouxeux walks

This route runs alongside the supply canal to the Bouzey reservoir and takes you past numerous historic sites, including the American Cemetery at Épinal, the Bois d'Arches intermediate military depot, the Bois d'Arches M59 battery, and Redoubts No. 2 and No. 1 at Bois d'Arches.

4th stage of the tour of the Épinal stronghold via the Forts, taking you from Arches via the Réduit du Bois d’Arches, the Bois d’Arches intermediate depot, Fort du Bambois, the Étang du Bult intermediate depot, Fort des Friches and finishing at Fort du RoulonThis is a linear walk, so please leave a car at the Morevoid pond after Roulon on the road to Uzemain. Make your way to the starting point in Arches via Nayemont, Uriménil, Dounoux and Hadol.

An easy and very pleasant walk, winding through the undergrowth, which will take you to La Roche des Cuveaux, an unusual place and natural gem with a magnificent panorama, but also other beautiful viewpoints along the route, including one from the Tête des Cuveaux viewpoint: a 9-metre-high wooden promontory with an orientation table at the top. As a bonus, there are impressive rocks along the way. A real treat in autumn.

This route winds through beautiful deciduous forests and allows you to discover the Haut-du-Bois maquis site, a symbol of the actions of many maquisards during the Second World War. On 9 September 1944, this maquis of around thirty people was attacked by German forces. Following their leader's order to retreat, more than 20 were saved, but 10 lost their lives.

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.

A hike starting from Le Roulier that offers two variations on the route.

A short, easy walk in the hills above Saint-Nabord (except for the climb at the start...). Ideal for getting back into shape after winter.

Third part of the tour of the forts of the Épinal stronghold.A walking route linking Fort de La Mouche to Arches via Fort d’Arches, built by General Séré de Rivières.

A trail in the heart of the Vosges forest will take you to two magnificent waterfalls and across a few small streams. Of course, like all water trails, it is best to visit outside the dry seasons, otherwise it loses all its appeal. The trail is fairly well marked (red rings) and there are picnic tables along the way (especially in the first part).

A family walk in the heart of the Épinal forest, passing by the Roche Charlot and the Roche Goutteuse. Make sure to download the map before you lose mobile signal. As forestry machinery is present, ruts are to be expected; as with all hikes, wear sturdy footwear and don’t be afraid of the mud. 

A shaded hike in the Épinal communal forest, home to remarkable trees and sites.

This route is best enjoyed in autumn so you can take in the views of the villages of Saint-Jean-du-Marché, La Neuveville-devant-Lépanges, Lépanges-sur-Vologne, Le Boulay, Xamontarupt and Faucompierre, culminating in a visit to the castle ruins.

A beautiful hike in the forest with no viewpoints except for the Roches de Thin. Worth doing in hot weather, as the scent of the pine trees makes it worthwhile.

A waterfall, religious sites and a beautiful view of the town of Remiremont. For changes to the route, see the reviews

A beautiful shaded walk in the Fossard Forest, which has no shortage of points of interest: the beautiful Chapelle du Vieux Saint-Amé, the magnificent Saint-Mont esplanade, the Pont des Fées and the Miraumont waterfall. At the summit of Saint-Mont, a vast grassy area is ideally suited for a picnic break and offers, as a bonus, a magnificent 360° panorama of the Moselle and Moselotte valleys.

An easy hike that can be enjoyed by families with children. Magnificent view of the Remiremont valley from Roche Tocquaine.

Tour of the Fossard Massif, passing through Saint-Mont, Sainte-Sabine and Saint-Arnould.

A pleasant urban and suburban route, crossing the hills and forests of the Vosges, with magnificent views of the town.

Hike in the heart of the Dompierre Communal Forest. Let yourself be carried away by the sound of water and birdsong.

A hike through the woods separating the villages of Lépanges-sur-Vologne and Viménil. You will be accompanied by deciduous trees (oaks and beeches) and conifers (fir, spruce and even larch).

In the Vologne Valley at the foot of the Montagne du Village, Fays is a small, characterful village in the Vosges mountains, surrounded by greenery.

Credit where credit is due: this permanent hike was mapped out by members of the Le Syndicat "Sports Loisirs" Association. This association is part of the French Federation of Popular Sports. The trail is marked with the logo of the International Federation of Popular Sports (an "i" and two "V"s). As the trail is extremely well marked, brave little walkers can easily serve as guides for their parents.