Waltembourg walks

Discover the Lutzelbourg region as you walk along the valley of the lock keepers and then up to the heights on the rocky path to reach the ruins of Lutzelbourg Castle

Randonnée circulaire vallonnée autour du joli village de Lutzelbourg. Plusieurs points d'intérêts : château, points de vue et jolis sentiers ombragés bordés de gros rochers.

It's a fairly long route of just over 20 km, which can be done on foot or by trail running.These 20 km offer a wealth of diversity, including trails, an abandoned canal, landscapes, rocks, tunnels and a castle.A route that is well worth exploring. If it is too long, it is quite easy to split it into two parts.Although the route is long, it is fairly easy to follow. Most of the paths used are marked by the Club Vosgien.

A beautiful hike to Haselbourg/Heller, in the Dabo region, starting from the Plan Incliné car park in Saint-Louis, passing by the Saint-Fridolin Chapel, named after an Irish monk, and its baptistery. Continue on to the cave dwellings of Falkenberg and the Rocher des Faucons, with a beautiful view of Dabo. In Haselbourg, a picturesque village, the main street circles the Roman camp. Return along the Zorn, on the left bank, on the unmarked "CV" path. The path is not difficult, but a map or GPS is recommended. Upon arrival, you can also visit the Lerher crystal factory.

Near the Arzwiller inclined plane, a walk from the Trois Bacs fountain to the Rocher du Calice, following the rocky outcrops.

This hike takes you to Lutzelbourg Castle with its view of the village of Lutzelbourg and its "Canal de la Marne au Rhin". A mixture of forest paths, trails through the woods and across fields. There is a little tarmac, however, for crossing the villages.

A beautiful walk on the slopes of the Zorn Valley, where you will discover breathtaking landscapes, the ruins of Greifenstein Castle, the Saint-Vit cave and the Gallo-Roman site of Wasserwald. Actual elevation gain: 534 m.

A pleasant short walk suitable for the whole family around Wackenberg, with an elevation gain of less than 100 metres.

Discover the sights around the Rocher de Dabo, a historic site dating back to Celtic, Roman and medieval times. This walk takes you to two sites whose history (both ancient and more recent) is closely linked to their unusual geographical location.

A pleasant hike that will allow you to discover the cave dwellings of Haselbourg and the Geisterfels rock barrier while admiring magnificent landscapes.

The Dabo region is a magnificent green setting with a few villages located on the heights of the Vosges mountains. Starting from Hellert, you will discover the Chapel of St Fridolin with its baptistery, the Pfannenfels and Sickerkopf rocks, which offer a magnificent view of Dabo and its rock, the St Martin border marker and finally the troglodyte houses.

Set off to explore the sights around the Rocher de Dabo, a historic Celtic, Roman and medieval site.

Discover caves and two pilgrimage sites in the Northern Vosges. A long hike with elevation gain.

A very beautiful hike starting from Neustadtmuhle, discovering the Rocher des Siamois, passing by the Heidenschlossfels, and the rock face of the Geisterfelsen. Much of the hike takes place in the forest on beautiful marked trails.

This hike starts next to the Schweizerhof forest house, located 5 km from the Saverne exit, in the direction of Lutzelbourg. There are two superb viewpoints to discover, at the Rappenfels rock and the Saint-Vit cave.

Starting from an old mill in the hollow of a valley, set off to discover the magnificent Dabo Rock. As you hike, you will see it from different angles. You will be charmed by the magnificent landscapes and local heritage.

A beautiful hike with numerous castle ruins, including Haut Barr, known as the "eye of Alsace", and a trail through a forest with stunning autumn colours. The trails are very well marked and maintained by the Club Vosgien.The elevation gain is significant, so take this into account to fully appreciate all the charms of this hike.

This route is a treat for those who love narrow paths and the peaceful atmosphere of the forests of the Northern Vosges. There are several beautiful viewpoints and rocks along the route. You will also discover the archaeological site of Wasserwald, where our Celtic ancestors, known as the Mediomatrici by the Romans, lived more than 1,500 years ago.

This hike starts in the valley and climbs into the forest, passing several viewpoints over the Alsace plain. The Brotsch Tower and three castles are worth visiting if you have time, as is the tower of the old Chappe telegraph. The entire walk takes place in the forest. Beautiful sandstone and puddingstone rocks line the route.

A beautiful hike that will allow you to discover sites, rocks and landscapes between the slopes of the Zorn Valley.

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.

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.

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.

The cave dwellings of Grauftal and the castle of La Petite Pierre.

As you walk along these superb paths lined with remarkable sandstone cliffs, you enter the mysterious land of the Dabo region, which has been marked by a strong Celtic presence. The remarkable sites of Ballerstein, the territory of Baldur, the Celtic god of light, Sickert and Dabo bring together a large number of geological curiosities, traversed by shady, bucolic paths and alternating with several magnificent panoramas.

Discover the beautiful ruins of Ochsenstein Castle after walking along the impressive rocky outcrops of Wuestenberg, Krappenfels and Schlossberg. The first part of this hike is on a well-shaded path, while the second part offers magnificent views of the Alsace plain.

Set off to discover the sights around the Rocher de Dabo, a historic site dating back to Celtic, Roman and medieval times. The Rock of Dabo is a must-see site in the commune. From its height of 664 metres, it offers one of the most spectacular panoramic views of the Hautes Vosges Gréseuses, stretching from the Alsace plain to the east, the Vosges mountains to the south and the Lorraine plateau to the north-east.

Set off to discover the sights around the Rock of Dabo, a historic site dating back to Celtic, Roman and medieval times. This hike around the Ballerstein massif offers a concentration of the most beautiful sights: remarkable rocks and sandstone cliffs, views of coniferous forests and the surrounding villages, and bucolic trails rich in history and legends. You will enter the kingdom of Baldur, the Celtic god of light.

Set off to explore the sights around the Dabo rock, a historic Celtic, Roman and medieval site.

This short walk will take you to the sandstone "table rocks" typical of the Northern Vosges, with a visit to the medieval Ochsenstein Castle, perched atop one of these rocks.

A very pretty undulating loop trail with various options for the return.Paths in the undergrowth run alongside or through beautiful, imposing pink sandstone rocks: Schoenfels, Pfannenfels, Kelchfels, Marguerite, Grotte des Francs Tireurs and, optionally, Neubaufels and Seebfels.

Apart from the slightly steeper climb from the Gloriette du Geissfelwasen to the Rocher du Geissfels, this short hike is not difficult and is very pleasant, despite the last kilometre before the finish being on the road. The view from the Geissfels is 360° and well worth the detour.

Between Lorraine and Alsace on the ridges of the Northern Vosges. A hike in the hills with views of the Lorraine plateau (the Sarrebourg region) and the Alsace plain (Molsheim).