Schweighouse-sur-Moder walks

On this urban and forest trail, starting from Schweighouse-sur-Moder, you will walk through the pine forests of the south-west of the undivided forest and cross the course of two rivers, the Zinsel du Nord and the Moder, several times.

Follow the Sandhaas through the town, fields and forest in the heart of the Moder Valley, between Haguenau and Schweighouse-sur-Moder. Sandhaas – sand hare – is the nickname given to the inhabitants of Haguenau when Alsace was under the authority of the German Empire, due to the large number of hares in this part of the region with its very sandy soil.

Head to Walbourg and the start of the GR®532 from the centre of Haguenau and set off to explore the heritage of the undivided forest along this trail, which is part of the Way of St James.

Rediscover the link between Haguenau and its forest: reach the undivided forest from the town centre via this urban, agricultural and forest trail, and discover the famous Oak Monument and some remarkable trees.

This cycle route will take you through varied landscapes, between pine and oak trees, to discover some of the riches of the undivided forest of Haguenau. You will walk through the heart of this forest, which was awarded the Forêtd'Exception® label in January 2020, and along the way you can enjoy its lakes and be surprised by its legends and heritage.

Historical heritage meets natural heritage on this route to the north-west of the undivided forest, which will take you through pine forests and deciduous woodlands, across fields and through the charming village of Eschbach, which runs along the edge of the forest.

From Uberach to the charming village of Mietesheim, through the undivided forest of Haguenau and along the Neubourg camp, this route will take you through majestic oak and beech trees and highlight the forest's military past and present.

Beautiful hike along the Moder from Kaltenhouse to Haguenau, with a tour of the town centre of Haguenau. Very pleasant in spring.

This pleasant hike offers a mosaic of landscapes and some of the most photogenic views in the area. Along the route, you will come across an old vineyard shelter. At Geiersberg, a Napoleonic bench made of Vosges sandstone allows you to enjoy the panorama at an altitude of 261 m: the Haguenau Forest and the Outre-Forêt are part of the scenery. From the heights of Morschwiller, you can look out over the Alsace plain, with views stretching from the Northern Vosges to the Black Forest.

A pleasant hike through the Niederwald forest and the Sauer valley, ending below Mont de Gunstett. In addition to the beautiful landscapes seen from the vast clearings in the forest or when crossing the Sauer plain, this route offers views of beautiful wash houses in Oberdorf-Spachbach and Gunstett, as well as fine examples of traditional Alsatian architecture.

Discover some of the remarkable trees in the undivided forest. Unique in terms of their size, age, history, originality and shape, they are part of the natural and cultural heritage of the Haguenau Forest, to which they give its identity.

This route invites you to (re)discover the undivided forest throughout the seasons: enjoy a variety of flora all year round, among landscapes that vary between deciduous and coniferous trees, in the heart of young and older stands.

Combine sport, well-being, conviviality and discovery of nature in the Forêtd’Exception® ( Exceptional Forest) on this trail dedicated to Nordic walking. You will walk through different stands of deciduous and coniferous trees, offering you a complete change of scenery near the Gros-Chêne site.

This trail takes you on a journey of discovery through the wetlands of the undivided forest. You will cross the meandering streams of the Eberbach, Halbmuelbach and Sauer, observe birds at the Brunnwald bird observatory and walk in the footsteps of potters in Betschdorf and Soufflenheim.

Discover the undivided forest on this short route near Gros-Chêne, accessible to all and ideal for people with reduced mobility and pushchairs.

Discover the exceptional riches of the Haguenau forest. Learn how its environment is preserved, particularly since the storm of 26 December 1999 which devastated 40% of the forest, thanks to various information panels along the trail.

A pleasant walk combining the countryside east of Bischwiller and a pretty path along the Rotbaechel. This route allows you to discover various curiosities such as the boiler of an old steam engine and a wash house on the Rotbaechel.

A route to discover the battlefield of Woerth-Froeschwiller from 6-8 August 1870, punctuated by monuments erected in memory of the combatants, but also by viewpoints. It crosses fields, orchards and forests, as well as Froeschwiller, Elsasshaussen and Woerth.

Circular in the forest on the heights of Oberbronn and Zinswiller. Passing through Immenkopf, Ungerthal, Grunschaft, Michelskopf and Linsenthal Pond from the Sonnenberg area.

A pleasant hike on the southern flank of the Hochwald, leading from the Lampertsloch Forest House to the Col du Wiep, then to the Soultzerkopf Refuge. Near the refuge, an orientation table allows you to enjoy the landscape towards the plain. This route is ideal for getting back to nature and finding peace and quiet.

Hike in the forest of Niederbronn-les-Bains to discover Wasenbourg Castle and then the Col de l'Ungerthal.

Circular hike starting from the Celtic spring with ascent of the Grand Wintersberg, 581 m, the highest point in the Northern Vosges, and return via the Col de la Liese chalet (belonging to the Club Vosgien) and the Heidenkopf shelter.

Ascent of the Grand Wintersberg, the highest point in the Northern Vosges, via a steep path. Return via a different, equally narrow path. Take care in wet weather or when the paths are snow-covered.

From Gambsheim to Kilstett, this beautiful walk alternates between fields, forest and riverside paths. An easy route, ideal for families.

Short hike through one of the remaining areas of alluvial forest in the Rhine plain. Numerous ponds and abundant wildlife.