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Rouge Gazon from Urbes
Visorando Member
7.29 mi
+2,562 ft
-2,559 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Urbès (Haut-Rhin)
The hike was done on 18 September 2011 in the rain.
The climb to Rouge Gazon is suitable for experienced walkers (description of the hike in the newspaper "Le Pays" on Tuesday 28 August 2007).
Discover the Urbes Tunnel, the Devil's Kitchen and the green grass.
The Urbès Tunnel
Tourist office
2.69 mi
+135 ft
-135 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Urbès (Haut-Rhin)
Immerse yourself in the history of the Urbès tunnel, with its astonishing past marked by poignant events. Discover the tumultuous history of this site over the last few decades.
From Urbès to Gustiberg via Mahrel
6.36 mi
+1,827 ft
-1,827 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Urbès (Haut-Rhin)
Walk starting from Urbès towards the Gustiberg farmhouse lodge. The first section is easy, heading towards the campsite and the Urbès tunnel. The climb begins on the path leading to Petit Mahrel and then Haut Mahrel, at the Amis de la Nature lodge. The climb continues to the Gustiberg farmhouse, with some fairly steep sections. Once on the stubble fields, descend towards Urbès through the forest.
Col des Perches route
8.35 mi
+2,477 ft
-2,464 ft
6h 00
Difficult
Departure from Storckensohn (Haut-Rhin)
A magnificent hike in good weather, starting on wide paths before moving onto slightly more winding mountain trails. The forest is superb, as are the stubble fields of Rouge Gazon.
On the heights of Storckensohn
4.78 mi
+1,112 ft
-1,119 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Storckensohn (Haut-Rhin)
The "Anneau Bleu" route starting from Storckensohn takes us to discover the Forst, the Eichkopf and the Chauvelin.
A lovely family walk, including a visit to the oil mill.
From Storckensohn to Gazon Vert and Rouge Gazon
9.07 mi
+3,166 ft
-3,159 ft
6h 55
Moderate
Departure from Storckensohn (Haut-Rhin)
Hike along beautiful marked trails in the mid-mountains. Lovely views of the Crêtes and the Thur Valley.
Around the Sée peat bog
1.69 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
0h 50
Easy
Departure from Fellering (Haut-Rhin)
Listen, smell and observe the local flora and fauna. This natural site has played an important role in the lives of the local people and in the local economy.
Le Drumont from the See peat bog
13.50 mi
+3,360 ft
-3,373 ft
9h 10
Difficult
Departure from Fellering (Haut-Rhin)
The Drumont is one of the iconic peaks of the Vosges. Although much less well known than the Grand Ballon or the Ballon d'Alsace, it is an ideal spot for lovers of 360° panoramic views. The area is very popular with paragliders. This hike takes you up the Drumont from the Tourbière du See, which is home to a rich natural heritage. The outward journey follows the most direct route and the return journey takes you via the waterfalls and the Saint-Nicolas Chapel. To finish the hike, there are two small hills to climb, which offer views of the Thur valley.
Le Drumont from Rammersbach
8.29 mi
+1,949 ft
-1,949 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Fellering (Haut-Rhin)
A beautiful hike with a 360° view of Drumont, without any particular difficulty.
Le Chauvelin and Storckensohn from Husseren
6.10 mi
+1,493 ft
-1,490 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Husseren-Wesserling (Haut-Rhin)
(S/E) Lovely trails and views of the Thur Valley and the beautiful little village of Storckensohn.
Grand tour of the Huselberg
3.76 mi
+978 ft
-974 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Husseren-Wesserling (Haut-Rhin)
From the village of Husseren-Wesserling to Storckensohn, the Chauvelin route is a route for lovers of beautiful landscapes and views. Le Chauvelin, one of whose highest points is the Huselberg (706 m), is an isolated mountain in the heart of the Saint-Amarin valley. This rocky outcrop has withstood the passage of powerful glaciers. This walk takes you back to the time of the glaciers and the pastoralism of our ancestors.
The Drumont circular route from Fellering via the Haselkopf and the Gustiberg
9.91 mi
+2,490 ft
-2,490 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Fellering (Haut-Rhin)
Starting from Fellering, the hike takes you through a pleasant forest climb to Langmatt, where you join the ridge path near the Haselkopf, before reaching the Drumont, and returning via the Gustiberg and the Fellering peat bog. From the unobstructed summit of the Drumont, there is a magnificent view over the Thur valley and the surrounding Vosges peaks.
From Fellering to Le Treh via Siebach and back via Ranspach
8.94 mi
+2,352 ft
-2,343 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Fellering (Haut-Rhin)
From Fellering church, climb towards Le Treh via the Siebach stubble fields and the Schwitzerwald forest.
The path is quite steep but offers a stunning view of the Saint-Amarin valley.
The descent follows the forest on the eastern slope down to Ranspach and the botanical trail back to Fellering.
Tour du Siebach
3.16 mi
+768 ft
-768 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Fellering (Haut-Rhin)
In the shade of the forests and amidst the pastures, discover the varied landscapes as you walk. This walk takes you through a landscape shaped by human activity, both past and present.
In the Mollau forest
3.32 mi
+883 ft
-879 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Mollau (Haut-Rhin)
A refreshing walk (lots of shade) with mostly gentle slopes in the middle of a beautiful forest. The starting point is Place des Tilleuls, which is also an ideal spot for a picnic.The uphill section has some steep parts, but they are not long. The descent is very gentle. Beautiful views of the forest, the hills, the valleys and the streams.In short, a very pleasant walk.
From Oderen up to Trehkopf via Uhufels and Gommkopf, returning via Katzensteg
10.32 mi
+2,782 ft
-2,772 ft
7h 10
Moderate
Departure from Oderen (Haut-Rhin)
From Oderen, a magnificent climb to Trehkopf, a paradise for paragliders, passing by the viewpoints of Uhufels and Gommkopf over the valley and the surrounding Vosges peaks, via the Treackerké shelter and the old Trehkopf cemetery, following pleasant paths mostly through the forest. After enjoying the ridges of Trehkopf and Jungfrauenkopf and a 360° view, the return journey will take you via the Treh farmhouse inn, Sainte-Anne Chapel, the Schalm shelter, the Katzensteg viewpoint and the Hensbach woods.
Through the stubble at Gazon Vert and Rouge Gazon
4.18 mi
+1,476 ft
-1,493 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Storckensohn (Haut-Rhin)
Short, half-day mountain walks in magnificent surroundings.
Discovering Le Gazon Vert from Storckensohn
3.14 mi
+1,030 ft
-1,017 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Storckensohn (Haut-Rhin)
In the heart of the Hautes-Vosges d’Alsace, this circular walk allows you to discover the Gazon Vert site, its three mountain pastures and its rich natural and cultural heritage. From beech and fir forests to high-altitude woodlands, from mountain pastures to lakes and glacial cirques, this walk takes you through a variety of habitats, each with its own unique flora and fauna.
Le Drumont and Les Ventron from the Chapelle Saint-Nicolas
16.15 mi
+5,515 ft
-5,427 ft
12h 15
Difficult
Departure from Kruth (Haut-Rhin)
A fairly strenuous walk starting from the Chapelle Saint-Nicolas, heading to the Drumont and its magnificent viewpoint, then on to the Grand Ventron, before descending via the Kruth and Frenz dams. Magnificent views of the wild forests on the Alsatian side, the Ventron massif and, of course, several 360° views of the Vosges mountain range.
Saint-Amarin - Mitzach / Tour du Hirschenbach - Sentier des Poètes variant
3.72 mi
+758 ft
-732 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Mitzach (Haut-Rhin)
A pleasant circular route suitable for families or groups with inexperienced walkers and/or children. Numerous opportunities for breaks and stunning views over the Mitzach and Saint-Amarin valleys. You can shorten the walk by taking "shortcuts" to the valley at the end of the route and change the direction of the circular route by starting from Saint-Amarin and taking theGR®532(Yellow Rectangle) and/or following the "vita" route. However, this direction will be a little more "challenging" for those who are less physically fit.
The Lac des Perches and Lac de Neuweiher circular tour from Rouge Gazon
6.70 mi
+1,732 ft
-1,709 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Maurice-sur-Moselle (Vosges)
This superb hike will take you to Lac des Perches and its magnificent glacial cirque, then to Lac de Neuweiher with its charming inn. Beautiful beech forests, rocks and grassy slopes, some beautiful views.
Viewpoints over Gazon Vert and Lac des Perches from Rouge Gazon
4.38 mi
+1,588 ft
-1,562 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Maurice-sur-Moselle (Vosges)
This hike, starting from Le Rouge Gazon, offers magnificent scenery, with a fairly significant elevation gain relative to the distance covered. It provides the perfect combination of viewpoints, a waterfall, an inn, a lake and woodland. Depending on the weather or individual preferences, the route can also be adapted.
La Roche de l’Enfer as seen from Rouge Gazon via the lakes
11.55 mi
+3,166 ft
-3,156 ft
8h 05
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Maurice-sur-Moselle (Vosges)
There are numerous lakes in the Vosges mountains. These include Lac des Perches, as well as the Grand and Petit Neuweiher. This walk takes you to these lakes and on to the Roche de l’Enfer. There are numerous viewpoints, particularly along the first section. It is a technical and challenging hike, but absolutely stunning. When there is water, the 70-metre Gazon Vert waterfall puts on a spectacular show. Among the viewpoints along the route are those at Tête du Rouge Gazon, Gazon Vert, Roche de l’Enfer, as well as two overlooking the Petit and Grand Neuweiher.
Sternsee, Neuweiher lakes, Col des Charbonniers from Rouge Gazon
8.28 mi
+1,949 ft
-1,942 ft
5h 30
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Maurice-sur-Moselle (Vosges)
This is a beautiful, fairly challenging route that will take you to Sternsee (Perch Lake), the Neuweiher lakes through the forest and stubble fields, then to the Col des Charbonniers before returning to Rouge-Gazon. You will be able to admire the view of the Alsace plain and the Alps on several occasions when the weather is fine.
Walk around Rouge Gazon
7.01 mi
+1,795 ft
-1,768 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Maurice-sur-Moselle (Vosges)
Circular forest loop at the Ballon d'Alsace starting from La Chaume du Rouge Gazon, passing by Lac des Perches and the Neuweiher lakes.
Please note! The route is currently impassable between (7) and (8); you can bypass this by taking the path marked with a Blue Cross and then a Red Rectangle.
Red-Gazon Circular Route – Rimbach – Belacker
12.41 mi
+2,940 ft
-2,949 ft
8h 15
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Maurice-sur-Moselle (Vosges)
A lovely circular route that begins with a walk past the very pretty Lac des Perches, through a charming little village (with a restaurant), through beautiful forests with impressive rock formations (the Forêt des Volcans) and along ridges with views of the three major peaks of the Southern Vosges: Servance, d’Alsace and the Grand.
Perhaps a little long, but two shortcuts are suggested which reduce the hike by at least 1½ hours and 200m of elevation gain.
Short circular around Lac des Perches
2.65 mi
+827 ft
-797 ft
1h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Maurice-sur-Moselle (Vosges)
A family walk with a quick descent to Lac des Perches but a more gradual return to the starting point at Rouge Gazon.
Rouge Gazon circular to Lac d'Alfeld
10.63 mi
+3,235 ft
-3,222 ft
7h 40
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Maurice-sur-Moselle (Vosges)
A very beautiful circular trail with a wide variety of landscapes: beech and fir forests, meadows and pastures, and Vosges lakes nestled in their green surroundings. The trails themselves are equally varied: steep and rocky, wide and gently sloping, or narrow paths between the trees. Some beautiful viewpoints. Several possible stops in inns (check closing days) or mountain huts.
Red Gazon circular loop via Gazon Vert
8.43 mi
+2,638 ft
-2,644 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Maurice-sur-Moselle (Vosges)
A circular route alternating between forest paths and open stretches with lovely views.
Historical points of interest include the site of the unfinished Urbès tunnel (a pleasant discovery trail) and the 18th-century oil mill (check for visiting days and times).
Rouge Gazon and the Neufs Bois Lakes
3.62 mi
+463 ft
-466 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Maurice-sur-Moselle (Vosges)
This short walk will allow you to enjoy some quality family time in the heart of the Chaume des Neufs Bois conservation area.
Red-Gazon, Sun King and Devil’s Kitchen circular loop
13.77 mi
+3,448 ft
-3,461 ft
9h 20
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Maurice-sur-Moselle (Vosges)
A long walk passing several remarkable fir trees, forests and pastures, a beautiful 360° viewpoint, fountains, waterfalls and even a cave.
The Frenz circuit starting from Les Quatre Saisons in Kruth
Tourism professional
3.13 mi
+584 ft
-574 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Kruth (Haut-Rhin)
Perched at an altitude of 800 metres above the village of Kruth in the Saint-Amarin valley, the small four-season resort of Le Frenz, with its old farmhouses and chalets, is a bucolic mountain haven of peace. A route takes you around the area, allowing you to admire the site from every angle, starting with the splendid panorama it offers of the Great Vosges Ridge.
Les deux Ventrons au départ du Col d'Oderen
10.33 mi
+2,585 ft
-2,559 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Fellering (Haut-Rhin)
The route takes you through a beautiful forest with a variety of tree species and alpine pastures. On a clear day, there are beautiful views of the Bernese Alps from the summit of Grand Ventron and Tête du Chat Sauvage.Ideal route in hot weather... but also in mixed weather as the trees provide some protection from the rain.
From Kruth to Schafert
5.94 mi
+1,742 ft
-1,719 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Kruth (Haut-Rhin)
A beautiful hike in the rear valley of the Thur, near Lake Kruth-Wildenstein, which will take you to the heights of Kruth, with beautiful views of the upper valley and the Rossberg-Thannerhubel massif.
Le Drumont from the Col d'Oderen
7.21 mi
+1,729 ft
-1,726 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Fellering (Haut-Rhin)
Straddling the Haut-Rhin and the Vosges (or Alsace and Lorraine), come and discover this original hike starting from the Col d'Oderen.
The fairly steep start is compensated for by the landscapes and superb panoramic views from the Tête de Fellering, as well as the Drumont orientation table.
The Felsach Farm Inn from the Col d'Oderen
4.47 mi
+1,286 ft
-1,289 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Fellering (Haut-Rhin)
This beautiful circular route starting from the Col d'Oderen quickly takes hikers up onto the ridges towards the Felsach farmhouse inn. It then offers a superb panoramic descent to the Frenz resort (Kruth), followed by a climb back up to the pass via the valley floor through a charming old mountain forest.
From the Ferme-auberge du Felsach to the Grand Ventron via the Chaume de Vintergès
7.00 mi
+1,558 ft
-1,555 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Fellering (Haut-Rhin)
Starting from the Ferme-auberge du Felsach, a magnificent ridge path crosses the Grand Ventron National Nature Reserve. Old beech forests and preserved beech-fir forests give way to open heathland, offering superb views over the Saint-Amarin valley and the Lorraine Vosges. This route is a round trip, with a short circular loop around the Grand Ventron.
In the vicinity of Markstein
3.86 mi
+417 ft
-417 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Fellering (Haut-Rhin)
A circuit mostly on stubble fields. There is little elevation gain, the trails are marked, and there are two farm inns and a restaurant along the way. There are beautiful views from the stubble fields. Many activities other than hiking: summer tobogganing, hang gliding, meals at farm inns, skiing in winter.
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