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Vosges du Nord walks
Grauftal - La Petite Pierre
Visorando Member
8.91 mi
+1,437 ft
-1,407 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Eschbourg (Bas-Rhin)
The cave dwellings of Grauftal and the castle of La Petite Pierre.
The Alsatian Colorado
4.35 mi
+427 ft
-407 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Roppeviller (Moselle)
Why is it called the Alsatian Colorado... when it's just across the border in Germany? Our German neighbours call it the Altschlossfelsen or "Old Castle Cliffs". In any case, this easy horse ride between France and Germany, with no major difficulties or steep slopes, allows you to discover this beautiful pink sandstone rock formation, hidden among the vegetation.A short, easy hike, ideal for families with children who enjoy walking.
Loop of the 5 castles
10.28 mi
+2,165 ft
-2,136 ft
6h 35
Moderate
Departure from Bas-Rhin
This hike in the Northern Vosges will allow you to discover five castles which, although less well known than Fleckenstein, are just as worthy of a visit! Much of the walk takes place on small forest paths, making it very pleasant in hot weather.
The rocks of Roppeviller
3.41 mi
+354 ft
-348 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Roppeviller (Moselle)
A breathtaking walk that will make you feel like you're travelling at the foot of the Grand Canyon.
A place to visit again and again, attracting many hikers, this is a beautiful family hike with plenty of tables for picnicking in the shade of the trees.
Hanau Pond - Falkenstein and Waldeck Castles
9.33 mi
+1,106 ft
-1,083 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Éguelshardt (Moselle)
The castles of Hanau - The Erbsenfels arch.
Lembach and the 3 Castles
3.64 mi
+860 ft
-883 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Lembach (Bas-Rhin)
A walk made for children.
The walk starts and ends at a superb medieval playground, with a splendid view of the Krappenfels. There are two partially renovated castle ruins and the fully renovated Fleckenstein Castle (entrance fee).
Circuit, rocks and castles around Obersteinbach
7.34 mi
+1,460 ft
-1,430 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Obersteinbach (Bas-Rhin)
This trail takes you to rocks and castles with magnificent, unobstructed views of the valley and Obersteinbach.
You can visit the Bohemian Rock or "Tziganes", Wasigenstein Castle, Petit Arnsberg Castle and Wachtfels Rock with its breathtaking view.
There is a short stretch of tarmac at the start and end of the hike.
This is a fairly easy hike, but I have rated it as moderately difficult due to its length.
The Colorado of Bitcherland from Haspelschiedt
8.23 mi
+1,145 ft
-1,135 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Haspelschiedt (Moselle)
A beautiful walk in the Northern Vosges to discover the Colorado of Bitcherland.
Circuit from Mont Saint-Michel to Warthenberg Castle
5.51 mi
+617 ft
-623 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jean-Saverne (Bas-Rhin)
A short loop starting from Saint-Jean-Saverne will take you to the ruins of Warthenberg Castle with a superb view of Alsace.
Loop starting from La Petite-Pierre
7.57 mi
+1,129 ft
-1,135 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from La Petite-Pierre (Bas-Rhin)
A lovely, easy hike with many paths wide enough for groups and a restaurant halfway along the route!
Wasenbourg Castle - Col de l'Ungerthal
7.76 mi
+1,394 ft
-1,371 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Niederbronn-les-Bains (Bas-Rhin)
Hike in the forest of Niederbronn-les-Bains to discover Wasenbourg Castle and then the Col de l'Ungerthal.
Dossenheim - Herrenstein - Hunebourg
9.06 mi
+1,453 ft
-1,453 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Dossenheim-sur-Zinsel (Bas-Rhin)
This circuit allows you to discover the ruins of Herrenstein Castle, the Hoelzernerbrunnen spring, Hunebourg Castle and the Roches trail before gently descending to the Zinsel valley and encountering the Highlands Catlles
Circular of the four castles around Fleckenstein
4.85 mi
+1,161 ft
-1,184 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Lembach (Bas-Rhin)
Discover ruined castles: Fleckenstein, Loewenstein, Hohenbourg and Wegelnbourg (Palatinate) and remarkable rocks such as the "Krappenfels" and those that line the Sentier des Roches (Rock Trail) and the climb to Wegelnbourg. These places are steeped in history and mystery, and offer some very pretty views.
Ponds, castles, forests and sandstone cliffs starting from Hanau Pond
10.17 mi
+1,339 ft
-1,325 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Philippsbourg (Moselle)
Magnificent hike on the forest paths around Hanau Pond. Visit the ruins of Falkenstein, Rothenburg and Waldeck Castles, passing by the splendid sandstone arch of Erbsenfelsen.
Lichtenberg Castle from Ingwiller
8.17 mi
+1,335 ft
-1,332 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Ingwiller (Bas-Rhin)
A pleasant hike of moderate difficulty, culminating in the magnificent Lichtenberg Castle.
You will walk mainly on paths and through a deciduous forest, enjoying the early spring sunshine but staying in the shade in summer.
Le Grand Wintersberg
7.11 mi
+1,394 ft
-1,371 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Niederbronn-les-Bains (Bas-Rhin)
Circular hike starting from the Celtic spring with ascent of the Grand Wintersberg, 581 m, the highest point in the Northern Vosges, and return via the Col de la Liese chalet (belonging to the Club Vosgien) and the Heidenkopf shelter.
Sparsbach: via Englishberg and Ochsenstall
10.72 mi
+846 ft
-846 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Ingwiller (Bas-Rhin)
A pleasant hike to stretch your legs. Ideal in early May when nature is waking up. Passes by an impressive rocky outcrop (beautiful view) and caves. Most of the walk is in the shade and the hike follows a river on the last part of the route. Also pleasant in the height of summer.
(updated May 2020)
Around Climbronn Chapel
8.44 mi
+1,234 ft
-1,230 ft
4h 55
Easy
Departure from Drachenbronn-Birlenbach (Bas-Rhin)
A lovely circular walk in the Northern Vosges that crosses the old Maginot Line fortifications and passes by the ruins of an old chapel.
⚠️ 02/07/2026: Change to the starting point at the Chemin des Cîmes car park.
Between Neuwiller-lès-Saverne and La Petite Pierre
12.44 mi
+2,310 ft
-2,300 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Neuwiller-lès-Saverne (Bas-Rhin)
In the Neuwiller-lès-Saverne - Weiterswiller - La Petite Pierre triangle, discover a Buddhist temple, the Grotte d'Amour (Cave of Love), Hunebourg Castle and the ruins of Herrenstein Castle.
Franco-German trail from castle to castle - Part 2
9.96 mi
+2,310 ft
-2,310 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Obersteinbach (Bas-Rhin)
The trail marked with the "Premiumweg" label is a meeting point between Alsace and the Palatinate, between
The Northern Vosges and the Wasgau: two of the most beautiful natural sites in Europe thanks to their landscape of endless forests, pink sandstone rocks rising towards the sky and remarkable castle ruins. This 33 km trail was originally divided into two circular loops. Here is the second part, covering 16 km.
From Daubenschlag to Saint-Michel Chapel
9.00 mi
+1,109 ft
-1,099 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Ernolsheim-lès-Saverne (Bas-Rhin)
A short hike that can be enjoyed with the whole family. It will allow you to immerse yourself in the rich history and discover the many beliefs of the Saverne region, from prehistory to the present day. You will enjoy magnificent views of the woods and forests of the Northern Vosges, as well as the Alsace plain and the Kochersberg.
The castles of Windstein, Wittschloessel and Wineck
8.81 mi
+1,677 ft
-1,667 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Windstein (Bas-Rhin)
The village of Windstein, nestled in a valley in the Northern Vosges, is the ideal starting point for visiting the many ruined castles in the surrounding area.
The hike takes in the two castles of Wittschloessel and Wineck. It is possible to add Schoeneck Castle by temporarily deviating from the route.
Ramstein Castle from the start at Baerenthal Pond
7.53 mi
+715 ft
-699 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Baerenthal (Moselle)
A very beautiful and pleasant walk in warm weather as it is mostly shaded. Discover Ramstein Castle, Baerenthal Pond and the lake where the more motivated can take a dip at the end of the walk!
Route from Zittersheim to Wingen-sur-Moder through the forest
6.70 mi
+390 ft
-381 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Zittersheim (Bas-Rhin)
A lovely little walk in the Northern Vosges forest connecting Zittersheim to Wingen-sur-Moder.
I fell in love with the forests of the Northern Vosges.
Route of caves and ponds in Lemberg
8.14 mi
+974 ft
-991 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Meurthe-et-Moselle
A beautiful, undulating circular hike through the woods, winding between old wash houses, steles, ponds and rocks pierced by caves.
Archaeological route starting from Dossenheim-Sur-Zinsel
8.34 mi
+1,014 ft
-1,020 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Dossenheim-sur-Zinsel (Bas-Rhin)
A family-friendly hike that allows you to discover remarkable ancient sites.
Two castles and peat bogs starting from the Étang de Hanau
7.95 mi
+791 ft
-801 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Philippsbourg (Moselle)
A superb hike through the forest, mainly starting from the Étang de Hanau, passing by the Étang de Lieschbach, Falkenstein Castle, Waldeck Castle and the peat bogs.
Circular to Oberhof via Schiertorfelsen, Graufthal and Weyerstell fountain
7.06 mi
+558 ft
-548 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Eckartswiller (Bas-Rhin)
This circular starting from Oberhof is not particularly difficult and allows you to discover some unusual places, including the cave dwellings of Grauthal and the Schiertorfelsen.
Ascent and tour of Grand Wintersberg
8.77 mi
+1,362 ft
-1,339 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Niederbronn-les-Bains (Bas-Rhin)
Ascent of the Grand Wintersberg, the highest point in the Northern Vosges, via a steep path. Return via a different, equally narrow path. Take care in wet weather or when the paths are snow-covered.
Walk in the Petite-Pierre Nord National Forest
4.56 mi
+633 ft
-633 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from La Petite-Pierre (Bas-Rhin)
This very hilly walk will take you from Loosthal to the Imsthal inn for a return trip to Petite-Pierre.
Short tour starting from Petite-Pierre
3.60 mi
+709 ft
-725 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from La Petite-Pierre (Bas-Rhin)
This is an easy, short walk around La Petite-Pierre with a lovely view of the castle from the Rocher Blanc
But be careful, there is a slight incline!
Circular from Fleckenstein Pond to Froensbourg Castle
3.96 mi
+561 ft
-538 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Lembach (Bas-Rhin)
A short, easy circular loop starting from the Fleckenstein Pond and passing by the ruined Froensbourg Castle.
Note: access to the troglodytic rooms on the upper levels is no longer possible (staircase not repaired).
The Grand Wintersberg and the Celtic camp at Ziegenberg
3.33 mi
+476 ft
-472 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Niederbronn-les-Bains (Bas-Rhin)
A pleasant forest trail that leads without much effort to the highest point in the Northern Vosges, where a tower built at the end of the 19th century offers extensive panoramic views. Less popular, the Celtic camp site is not without charm.
Short walk in Sparsbach
4.26 mi
+240 ft
-246 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Sparsbach (Bas-Rhin)
This walk along paths and forest roads is shaded, very easy and suitable for children. It offers some beautiful rocks and a castle ruin (you have to use your imagination here). This circular route follows much of the same path on the way there and back.
Circular loop of castles around Neuwiller-lès-Saverne
6.48 mi
+1,220 ft
-1,214 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Neuwiller-lès-Saverne (Bas-Rhin)
A beautiful hike that passes by Hunebourg Castle and the ruins of Herrenstein Castle. Lots of lovely views. The paths are very clean and well marked.
Forest route on the heights of Oberbronn and Zinswiller
8.00 mi
+1,198 ft
-1,198 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Oberbronn (Bas-Rhin)
Circular in the forest on the heights of Oberbronn and Zinswiller. Passing through Immenkopf, Ungerthal, Grunschaft, Michelskopf and Linsenthal Pond from the Sonnenberg area.
The Twelve Apostles Stone from Wingen-Sur-Moder
9.17 mi
+732 ft
-741 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Wingen-sur-Moder (Bas-Rhin)
This hike, tested on 15/01/2022, takes us to the Pierre des Douze Apôtres (Breitenstein), marking the border between Alsace and Moselle. This stone dates back to the time of the Druids and was used for sacrifices before being gradually transformed by Christianisation.The hike follows forest paths through the forests of the Northern Vosges.
Col du Pigeonnier and Rott from Cleebourg
8.60 mi
+1,135 ft
-1,152 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Cleebourg (Bas-Rhin)
A pleasant hike through forests with wide paths, viewpoints and a passage through vineyards with a beautiful panorama. In spring, you can enjoy the blossoms on the fruit trees!
Five castles in the Northern Vosges
8.05 mi
+1,795 ft
-1,795 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Lembach (Bas-Rhin)
This moderately difficult circular hike takes you to five castles built in the 12th and 13th centuries, each with a different history. From the top of some of the castles, you can also enjoy magnificent views of the Northern Vosges and the German Palatinate.
Route discovery of the town of Wissembourg and its vineyards
5.90 mi
+404 ft
-394 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Wissembourg (Bas-Rhin)
This walk along the ramparts, through the vineyards and around the neighbourhoods of Wissembourg will take you past more than 70 houses built before 1700 and the imposing St. Peter and St. Paul Church.
The town's origins date back to themid-7thcentury when Benedictine monks founded an abbey, St-Pierre-et-Paul, on an island in the Lauter. The town has miraculously emerged unscathed from a history punctuated by sieges, disasters and acts of war, with a battle in 1870 bearing its name.
From the Col du Pigeonnier to the Chemin des Cimes
7.22 mi
+1,099 ft
-1,125 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Wissembourg (Bas-Rhin)
A lovely walk that takes you from the Club Vosgien de Wissembourg car park to the Chemin des Cimes in Drachenbronn, passing close to the anti-tank ditches and following the path marked by boundary stones bearing the coats of arms of the communes of Climbach and Cleebourg. The only difficulty is crossing the ditch at point (7).
Circular route between Roches Plates and Warthenberg
9.75 mi
+1,693 ft
-1,693 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jean-Saverne (Bas-Rhin)
Discover the Roches Plates climbing site, the Heidenstadt oppidum, the Spitzfelsen and Kanzelfels rocks, the medieval quarry and menhirs at Frohnberg, Warthenberg Castle and the Daubenschlag rock, the Roman road, the Wasserfallfelsen, the Fairy Cave, the Witches' Circle and Saint-Michel Chapel. Beautiful views of the Northern Vosges and the Alsace plain.
From Bonne Fontaine to the Saint-Michel Chapel
13.26 mi
+1,230 ft
-1,224 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Danne-et-Quatre-Vents (Moselle)
Discover caves and two pilgrimage sites in the Northern Vosges. A long hike with elevation gain.
From Oberhof to Bonne Fontaine: rock, sculptures and cave
6.70 mi
+876 ft
-853 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Eckartswiller (Bas-Rhin)
A beautiful, undulating walk towards the chapel and spring at Bonne Fontaine, following the route of seven sandstone steles sculpted by Claude Metzmeyer from Saverne. On the way there, you will pass by the Rocher de la Bande Noire and, on the way back, by the Grotte des Amoureux.
Circular starting from Weiterswiller
6.61 mi
+1,027 ft
-1,030 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Weiterswiller (Bas-Rhin)
The walk is mainly on paths and forest roads. Walking time during this reconnaissance walk: 3 hours.
The Ravin du Loup and the Bavarian Tomb starting from Bitche
4.79 mi
+433 ft
-420 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Bitche (Moselle)
A short 2-hour walk in the hills north of Bitche.
Small spring, mini waterfall and discovery of a historic tomb from 1870.
Walk from Graufthal to Rocher des Païens
7.36 mi
+1,047 ft
-1,027 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Eschbourg (Bas-Rhin)
A forest walk in the Northern Vosges mountains of Alsace Bossue, where you can discover all the charms of this mountain range with a must-see stop at the Rocher des Païens and a return to the troglodyte houses of Graufthal.
Escape to the Petite Pierre Sud State Forest
8.14 mi
+551 ft
-551 ft
4h 15
Easy
Departure from La Petite-Pierre (Bas-Rhin)
A lovely, easy circular walk in the Petite Pierre National Reserve, following the Loosthal discovery trail and the paths of the Heidekoepfel, Muehlkopf and Geierfelsen, all the way to the Rocher du Bélier.If curiosity prompts you to take a look, you’ll discover a few interesting, little-known spots that catch the eye.
Route starting from Schwingmühle via Schorbach
9.05 mi
+761 ft
-732 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Hanviller (Moselle)
A lovely walk in warm weather, exploring beautiful little waterfalls and chapels along lovely leafy paths.
Domaniale Forest and Grand Étang de Mouterhouse
4.15 mi
+492 ft
-492 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Mouterhouse (Moselle)
A pleasant little hike in the Mouterhouse National Forest and along the banks of the Grand Étang lake in the same locality. After enjoying the calm of the forest with its beautiful straight trees and good quality paths, the end of the hike takes place along the Grand Étang lake, where you can admire the spectacle of numerous fishermen on their pontoons.