Rupt-sur-Moselle walks

Beautiful panoramic views of Rupt-sur-Moselle. Orientation table on the Haut de Bélué with views of the Vosges ridges.

A short but very beautiful hike to the summit of Haut de Bélué, 870 m high. It overlooks the Grandrupt valley and offers a superb panorama of the Haute Moselle valley, dominated by the silhouettes of the Alsace and Servance balloons. The site features a forest chalet open to the public, a children's play area, picnic tables and an orientation table with a view of the Vosges ridges.

Set off to explore the heritage: crosses, calvaries, fountains and old farms of the Southern Vosges adorn this route, which winds its way between the hamlets scattered throughout the commune. Throughout this route, you will enjoy numerous views of the valleys and surrounding landscapes.

This route offers numerous views of the surrounding valleys. You will pass near the Fort de Rupt, discover a few crosses and admire some old farms.

A lovely, long walk through a forest and a nature reserve. Ideal for those who appreciate the peace and quiet of the forest. Magnificent view from the orientation table.

Walk under the fir trees, passing by the Chaudefontaine hot spring and the beautiful ponds overlooking Reherrey. This hike is ideal during hot weather.

A pleasant walk, mostly shaded in summer, to soak up the mysterious atmosphere of the Vosges forest. It passes throughlovely mature woodlands and vast fields of ferns, offering some beautiful views of the mountains. The Chalet du Grebiay provides a sheltered spot to stop and enjoy the peace and quiet of the surroundings. If you’re with children, you can shorten the walk to 1 hour (2.8 km) with very little elevation gain.

A pleasant hike around the La Charme biological reserve. No significant elevation gain, easy to follow thanks to the Club Vosgien markings. Some beautiful views of the valley at the start and a magnificent finale crossing the peat bog.

A bucolic hike through the pretty village of Girmont-Val-d'Ajol. There are numerous ponds (often private) and paths, many of which are shaded. A few kilometres on quiet roads.

Hike through a very shady forest, passing by two small bucolic ponds and possibly a short descent to the Pont du Rondin.

In its first section, this route alternates between forest trails and meadow paths, all dotted with pretty ponds.The second part, which is more ‘open’, offers magnificent panoramic views of the surrounding hills.The return to the hostel invites you to enjoy a well-deserved moment of relaxation overlooking the fishing ponds.

Starting at the Étang Noir and its lookout point, the trail leads from pond to pond, skirting a peat bog and crossing a pond on a wooden bridge leading to a chalet, making for a shady and very easy walk. As a bonus, there are lovely views of the Vosges mountains and the Thillot valley.

This short hike allows you to discover three ponds and the beautiful Vosges forest, not far from Val d'Ajol, in just a few kilometres. A very varied walk, even if it is short.

This walk is suitable for the whole family; we did it with our children aged 6 and 12, who walk regularly. Throughout the route, you’ll come across a number of ponds near Girmont-Val-d’Ajol.About two-thirds of the way along, you’ll be treated to a lovely view of the Moselle valley.Enjoy your walk. Please note that the ponds are on private property; please respect these areas.

A variety of trails, some of which run through the woods, and forest paths will take you from the picturesque village of Beulotte-Saint-Laurent to the Plateau des Grilloux, passing through the hamlet of La Grande Rocholle. You will walk through a hilly landscape of peat bogs and ponds. On the way back via the long circuit, you will discover the remains of the old Moulin du Hanneau mill and take the small road that runs alongside the Ruisseau du Beuletin stream to return to the village.

Route slightly modified, description revised and corrected. This is a lovely, easy route that allows you to admire around sixty ponds. Information boards help you discover and understand how these ponds were formed and are used. Much of the route is on small paved roads. This route is partly based on signposts in the field, so be sure to follow the description carefully.

A pleasant hike starting from the Col de Morbieux, with lovely views of the Grandrupt valley and the Moselle valley in Ferdrupt.

A beautiful walk through woods and countryside. You will discover a few ponds, magnificent panoramic views and a pretty waterfall.

A complete change of scenery guaranteed! Through fields and woods, discover the southern Vosges on this easy, rural-style walk. Admire the beautiful farms that line the route, enjoy the tranquillity of the woods and savour the charms of the little village of Girmont-Val-d’Ajol, isolated from the world but so charming!

A pleasant route combining woodland, numerous ponds, lovely views and heritage sites.There are three possible starting points for the same route.Around the ponds, there are numerous paths and tracks; follow the route description and map carefully.

A beautiful hike that climbs and descends, sometimes steeply, on the way to a beautiful viewpoint, and climbs gently but steadily on the way back. Beautiful forest crossings and magnificent panoramas are the reward.

An easy day’s ride with the option of a picnic stop at Géhard Waterfall, where a picnic area has been set up.

This hike is suitable for children who are used to hiking. There is a magnificent view at the Balcon du Solem, so why not take a short break at the picnic table at the Solem chalet?

An easy route that runs alongside numerous ponds. Very pleasant in the October sunshine, allowing you to enjoy the beautiful colours of our forests as they turn golden and purple. Please note, however, that there is a short section on the road (with little traffic).

As you wander along old paths and small roads, you will enjoy a landscape of moors, meadows and forests interspersed with streams and ponds. You will pass through small hamlets with houses characteristic of the Plateau des 1000 Étangs. A remarkable and unique natural heritage to discover.

A beautiful, varied short hike that will take you past a dozen ponds straddling the watershed between the North Sea and the Mediterranean Sea.

Discover the Roches de Mortevieille, a site of pink Vosges sandstone in the middle of a pine and fir forest.

Amidst peat bogs and ponds, forests and meadows, you’ll discover the immense biodiversity of the Plateau des 1000 Étangs.

Located in the heart of the 1000 Étangs region, this route is suitable for both hikers and mountain bikers. From the Plateau des Grilloux, where you can picnic, you will discover magnificent views of the Ballon de Servance and a multitude of ponds that make this region a unique natural site. We guarantee that your hike will be unforgettable!

Between peat bogs and ponds, forests and meadows, you will discover the immense biodiversity of the Plateau des 1000 Étangs.

A short family hike with no significant elevation gain, allowing you to discover the typical landscapes of the 1000 ponds plateau.

Hike on the border of the Vosges and Haute-Saône with magnificent panoramic views of the village of Château-Lambert, the upper Ognon valley, the upper Moselle valley and the plateau of a thousand ponds.

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

On the northern flank of the Ballon de Servance.

From Vagney to La Piquante Pierre, a key site of the Resistance, and Les Roches Saint-Jacques with its pudding.

Very beautiful panoramic views of the Moselotte valley with picturesque little balcony paths.

Follow in the footsteps of schoolchildren from days gone by as they made their way to the old school in Belmont. Stunning panoramic views await you along the path. Make the most of your visit to Château-Lambert by popping into the Mountain Museum and the Espace Nature Culture.

Please note that this hike is currently on hold pending modifications. Due to the fall of numerous trees, the route is obstructed and must be modified. We apologise for any inconvenience. This hike focuses on small trails and thirteen viewpoints with benches around Basse-sur-le-Rupt and the summit of Haut du Roc. The route is a combination of different sections of four existing circular trails that are very well marked.Two loops are possible: 9 km or 14.5 km.

Balcony circuit on the heights of Basse-sur-le-Rupt (or Planois) below Haut du Roc. This permanent circuit was mapped out by the Planois senior citizens' club. It can be done in both directions.

A beautiful route, 80% of which is uncovered. Lots of paths and trails and few paved roads. The route runs along the edge of the forest with beautiful views of the surrounding valleys and peaks.

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

In a little-known part of the Vosges mountains, you can take in views of the Bouchot valley over a relatively short distance, thanks to the three viewing points, two of which are fully secured. The paths are shaded and well maintained by the Club Vosgien.

A half-day route offering stunning views over the Cleurie and Moselotte valleys.

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.

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.

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

Beautiful view from the summit of Chèvre-Roche over the Moselotte valley. Views of the Ballon d'Alsace and Servance.

The path leaves the Moselle valley and heads towards the Canal des Vosges. This mainly wooded walk is enhanced by traditional Lorraine farmhouses.

An easy and very pleasant walk along trails offering magnificent panoramic views throughout. At the summit of the Piquante Pierre, at an altitude of 1,008 metres, there is a magnificent view of part of the Vosges foothills and the lower Moselotte valley, as well as the surrounding high mountains. The descent takes you through the picturesque Plateaux valley, where the views are once again stunning. One last viewpoint and you will reach the Col du Haut de Fouchure, enchanted by the scenery.

The Cascade de la Pissoire waterfall is one of the best known in the Vosges. It can be accessed from Haut du Tot. You can round off your visit by exploring the surrounding peaks, such as Moyemont and Chèvre Roche, both of which offer remarkable panoramic views of the region. The first part of the route is uphill to Chèvre Roche, passing by the Fontaine Baptistminicandré fountain. After Chèvre Roche, the route winds its way up to Moyemont, passing by the Giant Fir Tree, the Lambia Cross, the Pissoire Waterfall and the village of Haut du Tot. The final part of the hike takes you to the Balcons de la Hazelle and the Étang des Sangsues.

This circular takes you through the woods to discover the wonderful forest landscapes of the Southern Vosges. The view from Rochenoz is unforgettable! Don't leave without taking a thorough tour of the Falconian village, a Burgundy Franche-Comté Town of Character! Restaurants and shops in Faucogney.

Starting from Faucogney, this trail route will allow you to discover the natural and cultural heritage of this charming town in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. Starting from Place du Champ de Foire, you will reach Saint-Martin Chapel and its cemetery overlooking the valley. You will then set off to explore the ponds of the Oroz area, which bear witness to the rich fauna and flora of the region of 1,000 ponds. The end of the route will take you to the Rochenoz viewpoint.

Starting from Faucogney-et-la-Mer, the route climbs to La Voivre towards the ruins of the Annegray monastery, the first foundation on the European continent by the Irish monk Saint Columbanus in the6th century.The paths then take you on a journey of discovery through the forests, ponds and farms typical of the 1000 Étangs and the Southern Vosges.

The Petite Finlande circular route will reveal the unique landscapes of the 1000 Étangs, an exceptional setting in the Vosges Mountains.Between peat bogs, ponds, forests, mountains and meadows, you can admire the immense biodiversity of the Plateau.You can also discover Faucogney-et-la-Mer, a Burgundy-Franche-Comté Town of Character, the picturesque little village of Beulotte-Saint-Laurent, the typical farms of the Southern Vosges, and the crosses and calvaries (500 are listed in the 1000 Étangs area).The Mer (no. 4) and Belles Filles (no. 21) circulars share sections with the Petite Finlande circular. You can therefore adapt the route to suit your needs and make it more challenging. Electric bikes can be hired from the Tourist Office in Faucogney.

The sea in Haute-Saône! The Mer circular (no. 4) will prove it to you!Discover the villages of Faucogney (a Burgundy-Franche-Comté town of character) and Mélisey. This route also takes you on a journey of discovery through the Plateau des 1000 Étangs, particularly near the villages of Écromagny and La Mer.

This part of the Vosges is less well known than the area of the high peaks. However, a few peaks rise above 1,000 m, including the Haut du Roc and the Piquante Pierre. This walk offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding area, stretching as far as the Ballon d’Alsace and the Ballon de Servance. Starting from the Saut du Bouchot, which offers a refreshing break, the climb is steady all the way to the Piquante Pierre. The section leading to the Haut du Roc involves a long descent before climbing again. Finally, for the rest of the route, it is simply a series of ascents and descents, although the path descends much more than it climbs.

The Gerbamont region offers several routes and remarkable sites. One of these is the Saut du Bouchot and its twin waterfalls. This circular route leads to the Roches Saint-Jacques at an altitude of 1,000 metres. The ascent takes place entirely within woodland. The descent offers better views thanks to a more open route.

There are numerous waterfalls on the slopes of the Vosges mountains. These include the Saut du Bouchot and the Saut de la Bourrique. These two waterfalls can be visited on a long walk, which is shown here. There are many advantages to this route, with unique views at Moyemont and Rocher des Ducs, but there is also cultural interest with a passage at Falaise de Lyris. A large part of the hike is through forest.

After the Breuchin plain followed by a beautiful climb, you will travel through the Beuletin valley and the unique landscapes of the 1000 Étangs with its stretches of water, peat bogs, viewpoints, small villages, crosses and calvaries. Then, at the end of the route, you will discover the site of the Saint-Martin Church overlooking the village of Faucogney. An unforgettable viewpoint!

A lovely walk featuring numerous ascents and descents of varying lengths and steepness, hence the nickname ‘rollercoaster’. After a view of Faucogney-et-la-Mer from the heights at Rochenoz, a lovely walk, mostly through woods and past ponds, leads to Saint-Martin Church. All that remains is to head back via the Chemin des Morts.

A fairly long circular forest loop starting from Sapois, with elevation changes and several winding sections, ideal for a challenging hike with beautiful scenery. You’ll come across a wide variety of points of interest.