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Saint-Gilles hill from Triembach-au-Val
Circular walk starting from Triembach-Au-Val, heading towards Saint-Maurice and climbing the Baerenberg in the forest, then returning via the Saint-Gilles Church, emblematic of the Villé valley, and the village of Saint-Pierre-Bois.
Villé Valley: between vineyards and orchards
A pleasant circular walk around Villé, passing through Triembach-au-Val, Albé, a village renowned for its Pinot Noir and beautiful winegrowers' houses, Breitenbach and its orchards, Saint-Martin, the beautiful Honcourt forest, and ending along the Giessen in Villé.
On the heights of Albé
A circular walk from Triembach-Au-Val, taking us to the heights of Albé and its vineyards.
Superb views of the village of Albé from both sides.
Return via Villé and Bassemberg along the Giessen river.
Albé heritage trail
This walk is one of seven heritage trails created by the Vallée de Villé.
By following these routes, you will discover the secrets of the villages' heritage as well as the most beautiful places and viewpoints in the Vallée de Villé.
The Albé heritage trail takes you through the most picturesque village in the valley and its vineyards, where you will discover several interesting sights in the commune.
The Ungersberg from Reichsfeld
This circuit starts in Reichsfeld and takes you up to the Col de l'Ungersberg via the Gruckert chalet, then to the summit of the Ungersberg.
Please note that the initial slope is quite steep and long (nearly 14% for the first 2 kilometres).
Forests, rocks and viewpoints from Neubois
Muttergottesbrennel is a mystical place that could have become famous, but history decided otherwise. On the side of Frankenberg and near Neubois, this hike will take you to castles, forests and fabulous rocks.
Baumgarten Abbey and Bernardvillé vineyard
An easy hike to discover Baumgarten Abbey and the vineyards of Reichsfeld and Bernardvillé, with beautiful views of the Alsace plain and the Black Forest.
Circular above Villé
The Val de Villé tourist office publishes very well-designed hiking maps. Today, we are following trail No. 12, known as the Route de la Honel, which will take you through villages and forests with scenic views and rock formations.
This hike is particularly beautiful in spring when the orchards are in bloom and the views are still unobstructed, as the forest canopy has not yet fully formed.
The trail is fairly easy.
The Château du Bernstein, round trip from the Chapelle Saint-Sébastien
A short hike starting from a chapel and leading up to the ruins of a fortified castle. From the top of the keep, you can enjoy a panoramic view. The route mainly follows forest paths and, in places, vineyards.
Circular Dambach-la-Ville through the vineyards and Bernstein Castle
Short hike from the car park of Saint-Sébastien Chapel on the heights of Dambach-la-Ville. The route takes you through the vineyards, the Kriegshurst crossroads and Berstein Castle; it can be done in either direction. Along the way, there are views of the vineyards, Dambach-la-Ville, the Alsace plain and the Black Forest, with benches and tables where you can take a break. An alternative route between the castle and the chapel takes you via the Kasmarkt crossroads.
Around the castles of Bernstein, Ramstein and Ortenbourg
A beautiful hike around the three castles (Bernstein, Ramstein and Ortenbourg) via the Brischbach valley and its magnificent views.
Castles and vineyards from Dambach
This is a classic route that will take you past magnificent castles set on granite bases, offering beautiful views of the plain and even the Alps if the weather is favourable.
Halfway along the route, the little Huhnelmuhle inn is a great place to stop for a bite to eat in a very friendly atmosphere. The return journey takes you through the vineyards.
Circular around Saint-Martin, Breitenbach and Maisonsgoutte
Circular hike in the Villé valley, starting from Saint-Martin, going around Breitenbach and returning via Maisonsgoutte.
The route is mainly open, winding through meadows, offering some beautiful views of the valley, and ending in the forest.
Ortenbourg Castle via Dieffenthal
Ortenbourg Castle, built in the 13th century, is one of the most spectacular castles in Alsace. Dominating the vineyards overlooking Scherwiller, with breathtaking views of the Alsace plain, the Villé valley and the Val d'Argent, it is a must-see attraction. So, whatever the season, why not discover its secrets on an easy hike starting from the charming village of Dieffenthal?
The castles of Ortenbourg and Ramstein from Dieffenthal
This circular walk will allow you to discover a botanical garden, a Celtic rock, the Wolfskirche rocks and the castles of Ortenbourg and Ramstein, while skirting a protected forest (APB)
Dieffenthal - Ortenbourg Castle - Dambach-la-Ville
A circular walk starting from Dieffenthal, taking us to Ortenbourg Castle, where we can enjoy a beautiful view of the Alsace plain. Then on the Villé valley side to Kasmarkt. Return via the medieval village of Dambach-La-Ville.
On the heights of Villé
This short hike in the hills above Villé takes us from the River Giessen to theGR®532trail along the ridges, with beautiful views of the Champ du Feu massif on one side and the Col de Fouchy on the other
the other.
Le Rocher du Coucou - Le Château du Frankenbourg
This is an unmissable hike in the Villé Valley, which takes you past some unusually shaped rocks (the Cheval Tombé, the Salière and the Roche des Fées) and leads to the Rocher du Coucou with its stunning views of the valley and the Central Alsace plain, as well as the iconic Château du Frankenbourg, which once protected the area.
The castles of Ortenbourg and Bernstein and the Falkenstein Rock
A circular hike passing by Ortenbourg Castle and the ruins of Ramstein Castle, then Bernstein Castle. Wide panoramic view from the Bernstein Tower.
Return via the Bellevue summit and along the ridge with some remarkable rocks, including the Falkenstein climbing site.
Forest trail with numerous viewpoints from castles and rocks (Villé valley, Haut-Koenigsbourg, Central Alsace plain).
Beautiful vineyards in Itterswiller, Bernardvillé and Reichsfeld
Enjoy a 360° view of one of the prettiest vineyards in the Bas-Rhin with views of the Vosges foothills.
In good weather, you can see Strasbourg Cathedral, the Black Forest and even the Bernese Alps.
An easy hike in the Schernetz Valley, through vineyards, including two famous sites: the "Sohlenberg" (pink sandstone from the Vosges) and the "Shiefferberg" (schist soil).
You will pass through three authentic villages and the Chapel of the 14 Saints next to Baumgarten Abbey.
Col du Petit Haut and Le Rocher de la Salière
Loop hike starting from Fouchy, through beautiful pine and deciduous forests. Gradual climb to Col du Petit Haut, alternating between paths and trails.
Return via pleasant trails on the slopes of Rougerain and Guichat, with the Rocher de la Salière and the Roche du Cheval Tombé.
The walk ends with part of the heritage trail "Une forêt en pays welsche" (A forest in Welsh country) and the viewpoint at the Fouchy reservoir.
Castle, fabulous rocks and panoramic views at La Vancelle
This easy circular will take you to the well-preserved Frankenbourg Castle. From there, you can enjoy views of the Alsace plain and the Black Forest in the distance.Further on, along a shaded path, you will see glimpses of the Villé valley and the superb rocks of La Roche des Fées. On the way back, the Rocher du Coucou viewpoint overlooks Frankenbourg Castle, and finally a small viewpoint offers a view of Lièpvre.
Frankenbourg Castle from La Vancelle
A short circular walk providing access to Frankenbourg Castle via the easiest route, starting from La Vancelle.
The castle enjoyed a strategic location at the entrance to two valleys: the Val de Villé along the Giessen (the salt road) and the Val d'Argent along the Lièpvrette (the silver mines).
The route takes place in the forest and offers beautiful views from the castle courtyard.
The Ungersberg via Andlau GR®5
The Ungersberg offers a panoramic view of the Alsace plain. Ideal in autumn when the vineyards are ablaze with colour.
Andlau and Spesbourg castles from Andlau
A beautiful circular walk from Andlau, accessible to all.
The circuit passes through vineyards at the start, then takes you to the Haut-Andlau and Spesbourg castles.
There are beautiful views along the route (Kastelberg - Rocher Sainte Richarde - Spesbourg).
There is a fun section via the "Chemin des Espiègles" (Path of the Mischievous Ones), with little wooden gnomes placed on the trees.
The little figure of eight at the Château du Haut-Andlau
A short, easy hike that alternates between pleasant little vineyard roads and good forest paths. The Château du Haut-Andlau, built in the 13th century and still in good condition, is the highlight of this figure-of-eight route. There are also some beautiful views to enjoy.
Circular of castles starting from Scherwiller Town Hall
This lovely circular starting from Scherwiller Town Hall takes you to Ramstein and Ortenbourg castles, through vineyards and the beautiful Ortenberg forest. Stunning views over the Alsace plain, Haut Koenigsbourg and the Vosges mountains.
The Col de La Charbonnière loop
A beautiful hike passing through the pass and the Charbonnière inn, where you can recharge your batteries with some good food, before reaching the highest point of the Champ du Feu. On the way back, you will pass by the paragliding launch site with a magnificent view of the Villé valley.
Chaume des Veaux from Kreuzweg pass
Beautiful snowshoe trek beneath the Champ du Feu from the Col du Kreuzweg. Pass through the Pelage site, a paragliding centre offering a superb view, then through the Chaume des Beaux, a beautiful open space in which to enjoy the sun.
Some "off-track" sections for the sake of fun in the snow but with the option to stay on the marked trails for those who want it.
The vineyards of Scherwiller
Walk through the vineyards around Scherwiller with a beautiful view of the Ortenbourg and Ramstein castles.
Loop via the Andlau Waterfall, Kreuzweg and Chaumes des Vaux
A pleasant loop starting from Hohwald, passing by the Andlau waterfall and the Kreuzweg.
Can be done as an afternoon walk or a half-day outing including lunch at the Kreuzweg farmhouse inn.
La Grande Bellevue from Le Hohwald village
Le Hohwald is a bit like our "Little Switzerland of Alsace". It has a Swiss-like calm and a feeling of tranquillity. The hike is mainly on forest roads, paths and trails (about 4 hours, not including breaks), accessible to families, with beautiful views of the village and some of the surrounding peaks such as Neuntelstein (970m) and Ungersberg (901m). On a clear day, you can see Haut-Koenigsbourg (757m) and the Rocher du Coucou antenna (856m).
Mountain biking in the Vosges, Day 4: Hohwald - Chatenois (Part 1)
This route is the first part of thefourth stage of a seven-day tour of the Alsatian side of the Vosges mountains. Most of the route is on forest roads in good condition. The signage is excellent, consisting of signs with an orange or red mountain bike logo and the letters TMV (Traversée du Massif Vosgien).
Le Champ du Feu from Hohwald
This hike will take you from Hohwald to Champ du Feu and Col de la Charbonnière. There are beautiful views of the Vosges from Crête des Myrtilles.
Le Hohwald
Large circular above Le Hohwald: Neuntelstein Rock, Col de la Rotlach, Champ du Feu, Chaume des Veaux, Col du Kreutzweg, Grande Bellevue, the footbath, etc.
Classified as difficult due to its length, mainly shaded and ideal for hot weather. Numerous viewpoints and pleasant forest passages.
Tour of Epfig via concrete paths
An unpretentious walk, ideal in autumn or winter to avoid muddy paths. Beautiful Romanesque Sainte-Marguerite Chapel along the route. The route often follows the Club Vosgien's Anneau Bleu route, which goes around Epfig.
Andlau and Serva Waterfalls and Champ du Feu
A very beautiful hike featuring two magnificent waterfalls (Andlau and Serva) and passing through Champ du Feu and Chaume des Veaux.The hike is accessible in all seasons. Most of it is in the forest, except for the section at the top of Champ du Feu. Magnificent in autumn and winter.I have rated the difficulty as "difficult" due to the elevation gain, but the hike does not present any technical difficulties.
Walk at Col de Fouchy
This short walk around Col de Fouchy will take you through the northern part of the Val d'Argent, passing Col du Petit Haut, Rocher de la Salière, Roche du Cheval Tombé and Col du Rougerain. A full programme of forest paths and trails accessible to all.
Not suitable for pushchairs as some paths are too narrow.
The Andlau Waterfall in the Hohwald Forest
In a beautiful forest setting, you will cross numerous streams and arrive at the waterfall formed by the Andlau river in the middle of the rocks. A short hike with moderate slopes and a pretty destination, ideal for young children or occasional walkers.
The Hahnenberg from Châtenois and La Montagne des Singes
A circular hike starting from Châtenois, which takes us to the summit of Hahnenberg, where we can enjoy a beautiful view of the central Alsace plain.
The route continues around the Montagne des Singes animal park, then returns through the vineyards above Kintzheim.
Neuntelstein via the Chemin des Bornes
A pleasant short hike through the hills and forests of Hohwald.
Birkenfels and Landsberg Castles
Loop hike starting from Barr.
Follow the Kirneck river, then the former Barr railway line to Birkenfels Castle. Beautiful view from the Jadelot kiosk. On the way back, you will discover Landsberg Castle.
Le Champ du Feu from the Col de la Charbonnière
A pleasant short hike with varied landscapes that will introduce you to the Champ du Feu.
Rombach and La Hingrie, a Lorraine enclave in Alsace
This outing will take us to an enclave of the Dukes of Lorraine in Alsace, a little-visited valley in the heart of the Vosges forest. This route through mountainous countryside, on well-marked trails, presents no difficulty other than its length and elevation, even in the depths of winter, provided that the snow cover does not hinder progress.
Andlau and Spesbourg Castles from Mittelbergheim
An easy hike that will take you to the two castles of Andlau: Andlau and Spesbourg.
The Andlau Waterfall via Chaume des Veaux
A walk from Champ du Feu to the Andlau Waterfall (also known as the Hohwald Waterfall) via Chaume des Veaux, with views of the Ungersberg, Val de Villé and Haut-Koenigsbourg
Mont Ste-Odile Sud, from Birkenfels to Landsberg via Kienberg, Bloss, Jadelot
A beautiful, undulating hike through the woods in the form of a double circular route that explores the southern part of Mont Sainte Odile and part of its defensive system.
Birkenfels Castle at the start of the Carrefour de la Bloss
A lovely walk to discover Birkenfels Castle with beautiful views, easy to do with children.
Camel Trail and Landsberg Castle
The camel trail is part of a lovely circular walk that starts at the Auberge du Moenkalb. Discover boundary stones dating from 1778 that were used to mark the boundaries of forest plots.
The initials ABGW stand for Amts Barr Gemeine Waldungen.
Take a look at the trees in this diverse forest (fir, hornbeam, elm, chestnut, maple, etc.).
Allow 20 to 30 minutes to visit Landsberg Castle.
Barr to Mont Sainte-Odile route
A beautiful 14 km round trip hike via Landsberg Castle to Mont Sainte-Odile. Superb views of the Barr region, the Alsace plain and, in good weather, the Black Forest in Germany.
Route between Schaentzel and Haut-Koenigsbourg
Located in the heart of Alsace, Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle dominates the entire plain at an altitude of 755 metres. It is impossible to miss this iconic monument, one of the most visited in the region!
This landmark is also the starting and finishing point for many hikes. If you prefer short routes, this one is for you. Starting from the Col du Schaentzel, it will take you past several points of interest and allow you to reach the castle in just 1 hour.
From Sélestat to Ribeauvillé via Haut-Koenigsbourg
Hiking trail from Sélestat station, easily accessible from many towns in Alsace, to Ribeauvillé, from where you can return to Sélestat station by bus.
The route offers magnificent views of the Vosges mountains from the outskirts of Sélestat, with Kintzheim Castle and Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle on your left, the village of Châtenois opposite you, and Ramstein and Ortenbourg castles above Scherwiller on your right.
You will pass through part of Châtenois before tackling the climb to Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle, a major tourist attraction in Alsace. You will finally end your journey in the middle of the vineyards, between Bergheim, a charming fortified village in the foothills of the Vosges, and Ribeauvillé, your destination.
Around the Rothlach - The Neuntelstein
Walk at 1,000 metres in the forests around Rothlach. Curiosities, places of remembrance and breathtaking views make this hike a successful outing.
The Pagan Wall, the Druids' Cave and the Memorial to the Plane Crash
This very short route takes you along a small section of the Mur Païen, then past the Grotte des Druides and the site of the Air Inter Airbus 320 crash on 20 January 1992. This easy walk is an excellent way for anyone wishing to learn how to use mobile GPS tracking.
The Serva Waterfall from the Champ du Feu
A short hike with steep climbs, taking you to the Serva Waterfall, directly from the Champ du Feu. The trail runs alongside this pretty waterfall, which originates in the high pastures of the Champ du Feu, at an altitude of 1,000 metres. It then joins the Rothaine, a stream crossing the valley of the same name, 350 metres below, through the forest, until it reaches the Bruche.
From Orschwiller to Châtenois via the Camino de Santiago and the GR®5
This hike will allow you to meet pilgrims on their way to Compostela and to walk through the woods following theGR®5. There are no orientation difficulties, as all the paths are marked. A variant will allow you to climb up to the Château du Haut Koenigsbourg.
La Chaume des Veaux loop via the Tour du Champ du Feu
An easy hike to Champ du Feu, the highest peak in the Bas-Rhin at 1,099 metres above sea level, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks. Pass by the tower, yurts and stunning viewpoints over Climont and then the Val de Villé.
An artistic tour of Orschwiller
Take time to discover Orschwiller on this short 1-hour tour. Soak up the village's remarkable built heritage and the works of contemporary art scattered around the village.
Northern pagan wall
The 10.5 km long "Mur Païen" (Pagan Wall) is the remains of an ancient wall located on Mont Sainte-Odile, a mountain in the Vosges, in the Bas-Rhin department, rising to an altitude of 764 metres and topped by a convent founded by Saint Odile, the Abbey of Hohenbourg, which overlooks the Alsace plain.
Walk to Mont-Saint-Odile
This classic stop in Alsace is more of a stroll than a real hike.
The magnificent convent, flanked by beautiful little chapels, built entirely of pink Vosges sandstone, offers stunning views of the Alsace plain in all directions.
Circular loop of abbeys, chapels and the southern pagan wall.
Mont Sainte-Odile, a mecca of Alsatian culture, is surrounded by numerous historical sites and beautiful hiking trails.
This circular route, starting from Hohenbourg Abbey at the top of Mont Sainte-Odile, follows the trails in the south-eastern part of the site and the trail that runs along the southern pagan wall, passing most of the points of interest in the area, all through the undergrowth.
Route of the castles and the Northern Pagan Wall
Discover the medieval ruins of the fortified castles to the west of Mont Sainte-Odile and the northern pagan wall via magnificent trails such as the Merveilles and Chemin de Croix, with its ceramics by Léon Eldinger adorning the rock face. A fascinating heritage that volunteers are keen to restore.
Southern pagan wall
The Mur Païen, 10.5 km long, is the remains of an ancient wall located around the perimeter of Mont Sainte-Odile. At an altitude of 764 m, the summit overlooks the Alsace plain. The Abbey of Hohenbourg, founded by Saint Odile, stands there.
Discover Niedermunster Abbey and Mont Sainte-Odile
A pleasant and easy hike to discover the ruins of Niedermunster Abbey, the Lucie Fountain, Mont Sainte-Odile and the southern passage of the Mur Païen.
Circuit around Heiligenstein
This circuit, which alternates between fields and forests on the hillsides, offers breathtaking views of the Alsace plain and, more specifically, the Obernai region. You will also discover the ruins of Truttenhausen Abbey and the Barr geological trail.
Enjoy your walk!
In the forest of Illwald in Sélestat
This is a lovely walk in the plains of the river Ill, which will let you to escape for two hours from the bustle of this area popular with tourists. In summer you'll be nice and cool, thanks to the many streams and towering trees.
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