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Vieil Armand (Hartmannswillerkopf) walks
The southern trenches of Hartmannswillerkopf
Visorando Member
4.28 mi
+1,532 ft
-1,529 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Wattwiller (Haut-Rhin)
The Hartmannswillerkopf (Viel Armand in French) was the scene of fierce fighting throughout 1915. Losses amounted to 50,000 dead, evenly divided between the two sides. This hike pays tribute to these soldiers by following part of their trenches. It begins with the ascent of the massif, following the German fortified trenches to the summit where the necropolis is located. The return route descends via the French side, the "Chemin des Dames".
The northern trenches of Hartmannswillerkopf
5.74 mi
+1,959 ft
-1,952 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Soultz-Haut-Rhin (Haut-Rhin)
The Hartmannswillerkopf (HWK, Viel Armand in French) was the scene of fierce fighting throughout 1915. Like the "South Trenches of the HWK" hike, this hike pays tribute to the combatants by following part of their trenches and shelters. It begins with an ascent of the northern slope of the massif and the German side to the summit, followed by a descent via the French side before passing by the Sicurani Chapel.
Ascent of Hartmannswillerkopf
6.81 mi
+2,169 ft
-2,172 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Jungholtz (Haut-Rhin)
A beautiful hike on Hartmannswillerkopf mountain, also known as "The Man-Eater", where a battle took place during the First World War.
You can discover various historical remains (old cemeteries, old shelters, ruins, trenches) and a magnificent view of the Alsace Plain.
The Hartmannswillerkopf from the Col Amic
8.74 mi
+1,844 ft
-1,867 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Soultz-Haut-Rhin (Haut-Rhin)
During this hike, we will follow in the footsteps of the poilus who fought at Hartmannswillerkopf during the First World War, and we will cross the Route des Crêtes several times.
Hartmannswillerkopf - Molkenrain - Freundstein circular from Wattwiller
11.92 mi
+4,180 ft
-4,173 ft
9h 05
Difficult
Departure from Wattwiller (Haut-Rhin)
A beautiful hike from Wattwiller to Hartmannswillerkopf, then Molkenrain, Freundstein with the remains of the castle, and back through the bunkers and trenches of the First World War.
There are many places to eat along the hike.
Just under 7 hours of walking, not counting long breaks.
The remains of Vieil Armand as seen from the Gros Chêne
Tourist office
10.13 mi
+2,310 ft
-2,333 ft
6h 40
Moderate
Departure from Soultz-Haut-Rhin (Haut-Rhin)
A long walk with a relatively gentle gradient, but one that is nevertheless recommended for
hikers who are reasonably experienced walkers. History enthusiasts will be delighted by the walk across the Vieil Armand or Hartmannswillerkopf battlefield and by discovering the many monuments linked to the history of the First World War.
The Sielbaechlé Waterfall and the Hartmannswillerkopf (Vieil-Armand)
7.14 mi
+2,103 ft
-2,119 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Wattwiller (Haut-Rhin)
A hike in the heart of the Alsatian Vosges, combining nature and history. The trail leads to the Sielbaechlé Waterfall, nestled in the forest, then on to the Hartmannswillerkopf (Vieil-Armand), a key site of the First World War. With its waterfalls, historical remains and panoramic views over the Alsace plain, this circular route offers a complete immersion in a wild and history-steeped environment.