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The Urbeis Heritage Trail and Bilstein Castle
Visorando Member
8.59 mi
+1,398 ft
-1,385 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Urbeis (Bas-Rhin)
Circular starting from Urbeis in the Villé valley, following the heritage trail on the theme of the mining past, then passing by the ruins of Bilstein Castle, the village of Climont and the Col d'Urbeis.
The Urbeis Heritage Trail: a story of time
Tourist office2.65 mi
+702 ft
-682 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Urbeis (Bas-Rhin)
This route will take you around Urbeis, leading you up to the higher ground and to the foot of the Théophile Mine.
Le Climont pushchair trail
3.44 mi
+249 ft
-249 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Urbeis (Bas-Rhin)
This walk is a round trip taking you to the ruins of Bilstein Castle.
Le Climont on snowshoes
7.04 mi
+1,391 ft
-1,385 ft
4 hrs
Easy
Departure from Urbeis (Bas-Rhin)
Snowshoeing towards Climont – 965m – (Vosges Mountains).
Col du Petit Haut and Le Rocher de la Salière
7.66 mi
+1,371 ft
-1,371 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Fouchy (Bas-Rhin)
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.
Walk at Col de Fouchy
4.80 mi
+846 ft
-850 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Rombach-le-Franc (Haut-Rhin)
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.
Col D'Urbeis Pushchair Trail
2.93 mi
+167 ft
-167 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Lubine (Vosges)
This walk is primarily intended for families with young children or pushchairs.
This circular is not difficult but offers truly magnificent scenery and atmosphere.
You can ask for more information at the Villé Tourist Office.
The summit of Climont from Steige
10.52 mi
+2,267 ft
-2,290 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Steige (Bas-Rhin)
Starting from Steige, this hike will take you to the summit of Climont to discover the Julius Tower and several magnificent viewpoints over the Villé Valley, as well as the Bruche Valley and the Vosges.
This hike is difficult and includes sections with very steep climbs and technical passages. You will need to be in good physical condition and carry a small backpack.
Le Voyemont and the Roche des Fées viewpoint via the Hang shelter
9.68 mi
+1,450 ft
-1,447 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Ranrupt (Bas-Rhin)
A mix of magnificent cow pastures and beautiful coniferous forests with stunning views. A preserved valley with a few farms and the odd holiday home, at the foot of one of the valley’s legendary peaks, the Climont (966 m). A haven of peace – picture-postcard perfect!The route is suitable for beginner hikers, though the climb to the Refuge du Hang and on to the Belvédère de la Roche des Fées may seem challenging for those less accustomed to hiking and requires a reasonable level of fitness.
On the heights of Villé
6.55 mi
+1,027 ft
-1,027 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Bassemberg (Bas-Rhin)
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 Climont from the south side from the Col de Steige
5.84 mi
+1,411 ft
-1,411 ft
3h 55
Difficult
Departure from Ranrupt (Bas-Rhin)
The Climont is a curious conical massif which you will approach from the south face. The climb is steep, but the view from the top of the Julius Tower, at an altitude of over 960m, is well worth the effort.
21/04/2025: Five years after its first publication, I revisited this route to check that the description still matches the terrain. I took the opportunity to clarify certain sections and add a few waypoints.
The descent is quite technical and difficult, and it is best to avoid it in wet weather, or else do the hike in the opposite direction. Enjoy the outing, everyone.
Circular route between Ranrupt and Colroy-La-Roche
8.89 mi
+1,535 ft
-1,545 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Ranrupt (Bas-Rhin)
A circular walk starting from Ranrupt, taking us towards Stampoumont as far as Colroy-la-Roche, returning via Fonrupt.
A route alternating between open countryside and woodland, with two viewpoints overlooking the villages.
The first half is fairly gentle, the second half a little more challenging, with the Climont massif in view.
From Haut-Ranrupt to Hauts-Bois
3.98 mi
+584 ft
-584 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Ranrupt (Bas-Rhin)
Following the course of the Haut Bois stream, set off to explore the hills above the village of Ranrupt, where you’ll enjoy unobstructed views over the Climontaine valley. On your way, stop off at the Hauts-Bois farm inn to sample some local cuisine.
Farms and farmhouse inns around Ranrupt
7.42 mi
+1,316 ft
-1,286 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Ranrupt (Bas-Rhin)
Explore the trails above the village of Ranrupt and discover the hamlet of Fonrupt, a haven of tranquillity. Along the way, treat your taste buds to authentic local produce while enjoying splendid views of the Climontaine and Chiregoutte valleys.
Rombach and La Hingrie, a Lorraine enclave in Alsace
12.39 mi
+2,444 ft
-2,428 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Rombach-le-Franc (Haut-Rhin)
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.
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