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Vierge du Ballon walks
A quick tour of the Ballon d'Alsace
Visorando member 
2.65 km
+76 m
-76 m
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Lepuix (Territoire-de-Belfort)
The ultimate Sunday outing for Belfort residents! In good weather, this short circuit allows you to get a breath of fresh air accompanied by a magnificent view of the Vosges, the Jura and the Alps (you can even see Mont Blanc on a very clear day!).
Walks near Vierge du Ballon
Ballon d'Alsace - Chalet de l'Alouette
Visorando member 
22.83 km
+567 m
-1,117 m
8h 10
Difficult
Departure from Lepuix (Territoire-de-Belfort)
This beautiful route begins with two remarkable peaks in the Vosges and offers beautiful views of the upper Moselle valley, before reaching the Pays des Étangs.
Ballon d'Alsace - Giromagny
Visorando member 12.47 km
+127 m
-825 m
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Lepuix (Territoire-de-Belfort)
This hike takes you down from Ballon d'Alsace to Giromagny. It is the continuation of the Vosges crossing, proposed by DNA, Passion Vosges and the Journal d'Alsace (see practical information). The first few kilometres are along the ridges, with views of the Black Forest, the Rhine Valley and even the Alps. During this same section, you may come across several ski resorts, such as La Chaumière and La Gentiane. A farmhouse inn at Wissgrut offers lunch. Further on, a shelter at the Col du Chantoiseau provides a place to picnic. The descent then continues, sometimes more steeply than others. The arrival in Giromagny offers views of the city of Belfort.
Ballon de Servance
Visorando member 
20.05 km
+604 m
-679 m
7h 25
Moderate
Departure from Le Thillot (Vosges)
Hike to Ballon de Servance.Please note that for this hike, you will need two vehicles, one at (S) at the Col des Croix andthe other at the Sources de Presles reservoir (E). The path leading directly up to the Ballon is a quiet zone and is closed from 15 December to 14 July. See notices
Giromagny - Belfort
Visorando member 19.39 km
+122 m
-228 m
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Giromagny (Territoire-de-Belfort)
This stage is the last of the Club Vosgien's red rectangle trail through the Vosges. This stage is classified as moderate as there is virtually no elevation gain. Most of the hike takes place under forest cover. The stage starts in the small town of Giromagny and ends in the beautiful city of Belfort, passing by Bartholdi's Lion, a must-see photo spot for those completing the Vosges crossing!