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Chaumes and forests of the Rossberg massif
Visorando member 
13.96 km
+636 m
-629 m
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Bourbach-le-Haut (Haut-Rhin)
The protected Rossberg massif boasts some of the most beautiful pastoral pastures in the Vosges mountains. They were once home to numerous marcairies(1), of which several farmhouse inns(2) remain today. With their magnificent views of the neighbouring valleys, the southern Alsace plain, the Jura, the Black Forest and the Alps, they are sure to delight hikers.
Hundsruck Pass - Le Gresson
Visorando member 18.84 km
+873 m
-677 m
7h 55
Difficult
Departure from Bourbach-le-Haut (Haut-Rhin)
Starting from Hundsruck, climb towards Rossberg to discover the distinctive stubble fields and rocks, with views over the Thann and Masevaux valleys. The hike continues through the forest to the Col des Perches before climbing up the Voie Alpine (caution: technical area) to the Tête des Perches, the highest point of the hike at an altitude of 1,222 m. Descend via the GR®5 to Gresson via the Hautes Bers and the Roche de l'Enfer to spend the night.
Walks near Vogelstein
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.
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!
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