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Renauvoid walks
From Épinal to Lac de Bouzey
Visorando Member 
15.89 mi
+1,952 ft
-1,936 ft
9h 00
Difficult
Departure from Épinal (Vosges)
A good day's hike west of Épinal to Lac de Bouzey, without any difficulties, with plenty of picnic spots. Much of the route is marked by the Club Vosgien.
Étang de la Comtesse
Visorando Member 
7.34 mi
+725 ft
-699 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Sanchey (Vosges)
This walk will take you through the Ban d'Uxegney National Forest, starting with the Étang de la Comtesse and its peat bog, where you can discover the little "firefly nymph", frogs, water lilies, marsh marigolds, yellow bladderwort and floating bulrush. Not to mention the sundew, which is an insectivorous plant.
Throughout this walk, you will also discover the Roches d'Olima, its powder magazine and the supply canal for the Bouzey reservoir.
Tour of the Bouzey Reservoir
Tourist office 5.18 mi
+115 ft
-105 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Sanchey (Vosges)
The Bouzey Reservoir, a natural gem situated a stone’s throw from the town of Épinal, is a multifaceted site, perfect for relaxation and ideal for clearing your head. Its lush green surroundings offer a complete change of scenery and it is the perfect place to enjoy a range of sporting and leisure activities. Immerse yourself in idyllic landscapes where you can get active, go for a swim or simply laze on the beach!
Route of the Three Soldiers Fountains
Visorando Member 
4.76 mi
+627 ft
-623 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Chantraine (Vosges)
Legend attributes the name of the fountain to an event during the war in the time of Charles the Bold. Lorraine partisans, loyal to Duke René, harassed the Burgundians besieging Epinal and managed to lure a detachment of Burgundians into an ambush not far from the fountain. They killed many of the soldiers in the detachment and left the bodies of three of them there.
West of Chantraine between the forest and the lake
Visorando Member 
9.59 mi
+682 ft
-689 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Chantraine (Vosges)
A hike through the beautiful Vosges forest to Lac de Bouzey with some historical remains.
Saint-Laurent, Étang du Bult, Ferme du Humbertois and Roches d’Olima
Visorando Member 
10.93 mi
+1,125 ft
-1,138 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Chantraine (Vosges)
A signposted walk through the forest between Chantraine and Saint-Laurent offering a quick view of Épinal from the Olympe. The walk follows the Bouzey Lake water supply canal twice, passing by the Étang du Bult and the Étang du Riéfaing, as well as the Roches d’Olima after following a small stream.
Walk from La Passée to the Roches d'Olima
Visorando Member 
3.39 mi
+279 ft
-292 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Chantraine (Vosges)
This walk starts from the Passée car park in Chantraine, joins and follows the Bouzey reservoir supply canal and passes at the foot of the Roches d'Olima. The route is mainly under the cover of trees.
The Saint-Laurent hillside
Visorando Member 5.04 mi
+633 ft
-630 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Épinal (Vosges)
This is an easy hike, very pleasant even in hot weather as most of the route is through woodland.
Bambois Route
Tourist office 
5.75 mi
+482 ft
-482 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Dounoux (Vosges)
Come and enjoy this invigorating hike and discover the Fort de Bambois at the same time.
The historic centre of Épinal
Tourist office 0.75 mi
+92 ft
-92 ft
0h 25
Easy
Departure from Épinal (Vosges)
The town of Épinal has over a thousand years of history. Recent archaeological excavations confirm human presence dating back to the Carolingian period. However, the historic centre developed under the impetus of the bishops of Metz, who settled in the town around 980. This neighbourhood also bears witness to the lives of the canonesses who occupied beautiful mansions around the basilica between the 13th century and the Revolution. Natural resources (water and timber) fostered the emergence of major industries such as paper and earthenware, followed by textiles.
Route des Dix in Épinal
Tourist office 6.13 mi
+840 ft
-814 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Épinal (Vosges)
A pleasant urban and suburban route, crossing the hills and forests of the Vosges, with magnificent views of the town.
Méloménil – Relanges
Visorando Member 
23.56 mi
+1,460 ft
-1,424 ft
12 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Uzemain (Vosges)
The trail continues through the forests of the Vôge and follows the Saône’s original course from its source.
East-East-South route of the Épinal Fortress
Visorando Member 
11.48 mi
+912 ft
-1,125 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Épinal (Vosges)
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.
Route des Grands Bois in Deyvillers
Tourist office 12.54 mi
+712 ft
-696 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Épinal (Vosges)
A shaded hike in the Épinal communal forest, home to remarkable trees and sites.
Southern route of the Epinal fortress
Visorando Member 
11.88 mi
+1,161 ft
-928 ft
6h 30
Moderate
Departure from Arches (Vosges) (Vosges)
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.
Grand Arches Historical Circular Route
Visorando Member 
11.65 mi
+682 ft
-656 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Arches (Vosges) (Vosges)
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.
Les Bois Beaudoin in Xertigny
Tourist office 2.59 mi
+223 ft
-223 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Xertigny (Vosges)
A lovely 4 km walk, starting from the village centre, along a forest path lined with a variety of trees and dotted with ponds, perfect for a stroll, a relaxing break or a picnic.
Route de Circourt
Visorando Member 
4.49 mi
+636 ft
-636 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Circourt (Vosges)
A pleasant little walk through woods, fields and paths, with some gentle hills. Starting from Virine, you’ll head down to Circourt, walk around the village and climb back up through the woods to return to Virine, passing a 360° viewpoint! Ideal in summer with plenty of shaded areas, though there are a few fairly steep slopes.
Grand tour of Thunimont via the Francogney valley
Visorando Member 
8.63 mi
+568 ft
-568 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Harsault (Vosges)
A hike that winds through a wide variety of forests, both coniferous and deciduous. The hedgerow landscape creates a special atmosphere that makes for a pleasant hiking experience.
Virine route
Visorando Member 
8.25 mi
+764 ft
-781 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Bouxières-aux-Bois (Vosges)
A varied hike through woods, meadows and valleys.
Please note: the section of the route from point (10) is currently impassable due to fallen trees along the stream. To return to the starting point, head towards Circourt by following the road (D39) to the right, then turn left into Rue de la Chapelle, which passes in front of the church, and continue straight on along the road that extends from it to join the D39a. Cross it to find the path you took at the start and follow it to the left to return to the car park.
Valère Fountain Circular in Frizon
Visorando Member 
6.53 mi
+394 ft
-397 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Frizon (Vosges)
This is an easy walk that follows the blue chestnut leaf markings and takes you to the Fontaine Valère fountain.
Barban Trail
Local authority 
3.55 mi
+217 ft
-226 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Frizon (Vosges)
A stroll through the heart of Frizon. You will find information boards about the heritage of the village of Frizon, spread across the three walking routes starting from the car park by the church.
The circular loop is the most family-friendly and the shortest. Suitable for pushchairs with good wheels: it is recommended that there be at least two people.
Frizon Springs Trail
Local authority 
6.42 mi
+377 ft
-387 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Frizon (Vosges)
A stroll through the heart of Frizon. You will find information boards dedicated to the village’s heritage, spread across the three walking routes starting from the church car park. The Blue Circular Route allows you to explore the forest, as well as its flora and fauna. It takes you to the Fontaine Valère, where you can learn more about its history and taste its iron-rich mineral water.
Discovering the heritage of Bains-les-Bains
Tourist office 6.21 mi
+456 ft
-430 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Bains-les-Bains (Vosges)
This walk combines exploring historical and natural heritage with a wooded route running alongside the Canal des Vosges, before finally skirting the site of the Manufacture Royale de Bains-les-Bains (see practical information).
03/08/2023 Moderator’s note: hike modified at point 6.
Route Bains – Hautmougey – La Colosse – Bains
Visorando Member 
8.08 mi
+686 ft
-653 ft
4h 20
Easy
Departure from Bains-les-Bains (Vosges)
An easy circular route visiting the Canal des Vosges and the “La Colosse” sandstone quarry.
Les Baraques, the Canal de l'Est, the Manufacture Royale
Visorando Member 3.08 mi
+115 ft
-115 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Bains-les-Bains (Vosges)
Starting from the Manufacture Royale car park in Bains-les-Bains. After crossing lock 32, you will climb gently through the woods towards the hamlet of Les Baraques, then reach lock 31 and finish on the towpath between the river and the canal.
(Please note that hunting is permitted on a small section of the route on Thursdays and Sundays.)
"Blue Lily" loop starting from the Manufacture Royale de Bains
Visorando Member 3.74 mi
+285 ft
-285 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Bains-les-Bains (Vosges)
Hike starting from the Manufacture Royale in Bains-les-Bains, a magnificent 18th-century industrial site. Follow the blue fleurs-de-lis signs
"White Fleur de Lys" brooch, Manufacture Royale - la Pipée - Les Baraques
Visorando Member 3.75 mi
+164 ft
-164 ft
1h 50
Moderate
Departure from Bains-les-Bains (Vosges)
Starting from the Manufacture Royale in Bains-les-Bains, a walk along the towpath between the Canal de l’Est and the River Coney. La Pipée footbridge, Bois de la Pipée and through the hamlet of Les Baraques. Down through the woods to lock no. 32. Marked with white fleurs-de-lis
"Red fleur-de-lys" loop of the Manufacture Royale de Bains
Visorando Member 1.99 mi
+144 ft
-125 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Bains-les-Bains (Vosges)
Between the towpath and the forest, a short loop following the red fleurs-de-lis starting from the Manufacture Royale de Bains.
(You may encounter a private hunt on Thursdays and Sundays)
Loop - Manufacture Royale - Hautmougey - Canal de l'Est
Visorando Member 6.41 mi
+292 ft
-308 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Bains-les-Bains (Vosges)
Loop starting from the Manufacture Royale de Bains, through the forest, the fields on the Plateau de la Fosse le Loup and along the Canal de l'Est.
Private hunting is permitted in part of the forest on Thursdays and Sundays.
“Fleur de Lys Violette” circular walk: Manufacture – Chemin Noir – Canal de l’Est
Visorando Member 3.73 mi
+128 ft
-128 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Bains-les-Bains (Vosges)
Starting from the Manufacture Royale, a circular route crosses the estate, passing by the chapel, the ice house and the woods. Following the purple fleur-de-lis markings, you then reach the small forest track known as “le Chemin Noir” by local residents. After crossing the D164, you’ll join a small path through the forest to reach the old Roman road, which descends towards the “Pont du Coney” and then onto the Voie Bleue, the canal cycle path, to return to the Manufacture Royale.
"Orange Fleur de Lys" circular starting from the Manufacture Royale
Visorando Member 8.62 mi
+312 ft
-328 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Bains-les-Bains (Vosges)
Starting from the Manufacture Royale in La Vôge-les-Bains, this trail marked with orange fleurs-de-lis first runs alongside the Coney and the Canal de l’Est, then through Fontenoy-le-Château, before making a wide circular route across the plateau to reach the Maison Forestière de la Pipée. The return route follows the Ruisseau de Gruey to rejoin the Coney and return to the Manufacture Royale.
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