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Refuge de la Grande Goutte walks
Walk to the viewpoints of the Ballon d'Alsace
Local authority
6.36 mi
+1,437 ft
-1,447 ft
4h 10
Difficult
Departure from Lepuix (Territoire-de-Belfort)
This magnificent walk, starting from the summit of the Ballon d’Alsace, offers spectacular views of the Vosges, the Jura and the Swiss Alps.The walk is signposted.
Chaumes du Ballon d’Alsace between the Col du Ballon and Wissgrut
Visorando Member10.34 mi
+2,178 ft
-2,182 ft
6h 40
Moderate
Departure from Lepuix (Territoire-de-Belfort)
Starting from the large car park at Malvaux, in the commune of Lepuix, follow theGR®®5uphill to the Ballon d’Alsace via the Saut de la Truite, the Rummel Waterfall, the Étang des Roseaux, the Grande Goutte refuge and the Bomb Disposal Unit Monument. To enjoy panoramic views, follow the path along the ridges of the Ballon d’Alsace, from the Col du Ballon via the Bérézina, down the Piste Mannheimer, past La Gentiane to the ridges of the Wissgrut. Descend via the Gros Hêtre and the Col du Houx, then return via the Roche du Cerf and the Saut de la Cuvotte.
Ballon de Servance
12.46 mi
+1,982 ft
-2,228 ft
7h 25
Moderate
Departure from Le Thillot (Vosges)
Hike to Ballon de Servance.Please note that for this hike, you will need two vehicles, one at (S) at the Col des Croix andthe other at the Sources de Presles reservoir (E). The path leading directly up to the Ballon is a quiet zone and is closed from 15 December to 14 July. See notices
La Planche des Belles Filles and the Saut de la Truite from Lepuix
16.33 mi
+3,169 ft
-3,169 ft
10h 15
Very difficult
Departure from Lepuix (Territoire-de-Belfort)
There are many notable peaks in the Vosges. Most are in Alsace, with the exception of the Planche des Belles Filles. Famous in the cycling world for the difficulty and gradient of the access road, it can also be reached on foot from Plancher-les-Mines or from Lepuix. This walk begins in this hamlet. It then follows the ridge through woodland to the Ballon d’Alsace before descending alongside the Savoureuse and its waterfalls, including the Saut de la Truite.
Grand tour of the Savoureuse Valley
15.34 mi
+3,219 ft
-3,235 ft
9h 50
Difficult
Departure from Lepuix (Territoire-de-Belfort)
A day’s walk; it’s long but not difficult. The steepest section is the climb to the Planche des Belles-Filles from Lepuix; after that, it’s mostly a ridge walk between Haute-Saône and the Territoire de Belfort, all the way to the Ballon d’Alsace. On the return journey, you’ll descend into the valley to the starting point via theGR® 5.
Ballon d'Alsace - Chalet de l'Alouette
14.19 mi
+1,860 ft
-3,665 ft
8h 10
Difficult
Departure from Lepuix (Territoire-de-Belfort)
This beautiful route begins with two remarkable peaks in the Vosges and offers beautiful views of the upper Moselle valley, before reaching the Pays des Étangs.
Tour of the Upper Savoureuse Valley and the summit of the Ballon d'Alsace
18.81 mi
+3,878 ft
-3,862 ft
12 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Giromagny (Territoire-de-Belfort)
This long circular hike will take you through or past a large number of remarkable, picturesque and spectacular spots, and you’ll have the satisfaction of having climbed the Ballon d’Alsace with a significant elevation gain – something not everyone gets to do. The route can be completed in a long day’s walk, provided you are in good shape and set off early in the morning. It is very manageable over two days at a more leisurely pace, with an overnight stay at the Ballon d’Alsace.