Weyersheim walks

A charming circular walk in the heart of the Basse-Zorn valley, a stone’s throw from Hoerdt, the famous Alsatian capital of asparagus. This peaceful walk takes you through a bucolic and romantic setting, following the water’s course along shaded paths and country lanes. Passing through three typically Alsatian villages with authentic heritage, the route offers a blend of tranquillity and discovery, with no major difficulty thanks to its gentle gradient. The route takes in Bietlenheim, Geudertheim and Weyersheim, following the peaceful banks of the Zorn. Throughout the walk, you’ll discover Catholic and Protestant churches, old bathing spots, historic mills, wash houses and the picturesque atmosphere of these villages. A getaway combining nature and heritage.

A pleasant, easy walk, ideal for families, taking you back to the Bronze Age.

In the Wantzenau forest, along the Waldrhein, then along the Ill via the heron trail, you can observe herons, egrets, swans, ducks and wild geese at your leisure.

Walk in the Wantzenau forest, including a large part of the heron trail. A very pleasant route through fields and forests, but be careful on hot days.

From Gambsheim to Kilstett, this beautiful walk alternates between fields, forest and riverside paths. An easy route, ideal for families.

A pleasant walk combining the countryside east of Bischwiller and a pretty path along the Rotbaechel. This route allows you to discover various curiosities such as the boiler of an old steam engine and a wash house on the Rotbaechel.

Beautiful hike along the Moder from Kaltenhouse to Haguenau, with a tour of the town centre of Haguenau. Very pleasant in spring.

Short hike through one of the remaining areas of alluvial forest in the Rhine plain. Numerous ponds and abundant wildlife.

The Rossmoerder biological reserve in Offendorf offers a beautiful diversity of vegetation, including wild clematis climbing in the trees, black poplars, reed beds, and the backwaters of the Rhine populated by swans, herons, egrets, nutria, etc.

Starting from Hoenheim Gare tram station (terminus of line B), which is also a stop on the Strasbourg–Lauterbourg TER train line and a stop for several bus routes, this is a lovely, easy walk to Strasbourg, the Russian Orthodox Church and the Orangerie Park.

This cycle route will take you through varied landscapes, between pine and oak trees, to discover some of the riches of the undivided forest of Haguenau. You will walk through the heart of this forest, which was awarded the Forêtd'Exception® label in January 2020, and along the way you can enjoy its lakes and be surprised by its legends and heritage.

Rediscover the link between Haguenau and its forest: reach the undivided forest from the town centre via this urban, agricultural and forest trail, and discover the famous Oak Monument and some remarkable trees.

Nature trail through the alluvial forest, alongside ponds, oxbow lakes of the Rhine and the Mühlbach. You may spot water birds and other rarer species, as well as roe deer and reptiles. The route passes through dense vegetation with numerous species of trees and plants.

Head to Walbourg and the start of the GR®532 from the centre of Haguenau and set off to explore the heritage of the undivided forest along this trail, which is part of the Way of St James.

Semi-urban walk along the Ill, between allotments, forests and former gravel pits.

Follow the Sandhaas through the town, fields and forest in the heart of the Moder Valley, between Haguenau and Schweighouse-sur-Moder. Sandhaas – sand hare – is the nickname given to the inhabitants of Haguenau when Alsace was under the authority of the German Empire, due to the large number of hares in this part of the region with its very sandy soil.

A route on the outskirts of Strasbourg that allows you to get some fresh air in the nearby villages and their rural and bucolic surroundings. Ideal for a short outing, it is also accessible by bus from the centre of the Eurometropolis.

A delightful walk on the outskirts of the city, allowing you to explore the banks of the Ill and the ponds that lend a wild, natural feel to this urban area. You’ll spot plenty of birds (small passerines, geese and seagulls) as well as signs of beavers. An easy walk to enjoy in any season, though undoubtedly more pleasant in summer and in dry weather (paths can get muddy in places). You can get there and back on the E tram from the city centre.

On this urban and forest trail, starting from Schweighouse-sur-Moder, you will walk through the pine forests of the south-west of the undivided forest and cross the course of two rivers, the Zinsel du Nord and the Moder, several times.

A short walk in the Hausbergen hills, very close to Strasbourg. The start of the countryside on the outskirts of Strasbourg.

Historical heritage meets natural heritage on this route to the north-west of the undivided forest, which will take you through pine forests and deciduous woodlands, across fields and through the charming village of Eschbach, which runs along the edge of the forest.

A cycle ride around Strasbourg on flat paths, starting from Place d'Haguenau, which will take you along the Rhône-Rhine Canal, through the Neuhof Forest, up along the Alsace Canal on the French side, then return via the German bank, following the Old Rhine to the Jardin des Deux Rives, straddling the Rhine and the border between Strasbourg and Kehl.

Stroll through the historic centre of Strasbourg and discover twelve cul-de-sacs, which are unusual and little-known corners of the Alsatian capital. The route takes you through the alleys and streets of the Grande Île, from Rue de la Nuée-Bleue to Ponts-Couverts, via Place Broglie, the cathedral, the banks of the Ill and La Petite France. An original way to see the city from a different perspective. As for the cul-de-sacs, they "at least lead you to turn around", according to writer Sylvain Tesson...

In the historic heart of Strasbourg, take a stroll along the Ill and its many branches to discover a unique heritage!

This round trip through the fields will take you past the Roman bridge at Huttendorf and the Chapel of the Black Cross in Dauendorf.

With over 200,000 inhabitants, Strasbourg is a major city on a national scale, but also a European capital. With a rich historical heritage, this route allows you to discover its most famous monuments, such as the cathedral, the Vauban Dam, the Rohan Palace, the University Palace and the Palais du Rhin. This walk also takes you through the magnificent Petite France district, with its picturesque houses and narrow streets. The route also passes close to numerous places of worship, such as the Church of Saint-Pierre-le-Jeune, the Reformed Church of Saint-Paul and the Church of Sainte-Madeleine. Of course, you can mix things up by combining this walk with a visit to one or more museums.

Starting from Strasbourg, explore the peaceful banks of the Ill and observe its wildlife. Follow the dark waters of the mysterious Schwarzwasser as it winds its way through the heart of the Neuhof Forest. Finally, criss-cross the paths of the Rhine Tortu, which undulate to the gates of the city. Between water and forest, set your sights on unspoilt, peaceful nature, yet so close to the hustle and bustle of the city.

A pleasant route through the Haguenau Forest with no difficulty at all.

Discover some of the remarkable trees in the undivided forest. Unique in terms of their size, age, history, originality and shape, they are part of the natural and cultural heritage of the Haguenau Forest, to which they give its identity.

To explore the area around the Gros Chêne site in the Haguenau Forest, with a few points of interest

Discover the undivided forest on this short route near Gros-Chêne, accessible to all and ideal for people with reduced mobility and pushchairs.

Combine sport, well-being, conviviality and discovery of nature in the Forêtd’Exception® ( Exceptional Forest) on this trail dedicated to Nordic walking. You will walk through different stands of deciduous and coniferous trees, offering you a complete change of scenery near the Gros-Chêne site.

Discover the exceptional riches of the Haguenau forest. Learn how its environment is preserved, particularly since the storm of 26 December 1999 which devastated 40% of the forest, thanks to various information panels along the trail.

This route invites you to (re)discover the undivided forest throughout the seasons: enjoy a variety of flora all year round, among landscapes that vary between deciduous and coniferous trees, in the heart of young and older stands.

This trail takes you on a journey of discovery through the wetlands of the undivided forest. You will cross the meandering streams of the Eberbach, Halbmuelbach and Sauer, observe birds at the Brunnwald bird observatory and walk in the footsteps of potters in Betschdorf and Soufflenheim.

A lovely ride through the beautiful villages along the Rhine between Kehl and Offenburg. The route follows cycle paths separated from traffic for almost the entire journey and is very well signposted throughout.

This walk takes place in Koenigshoffen and Montagne-Verte, districts of Strasbourg, not far from the city centre. You can enjoy the countryside, alongside the waterways, whilst the city is still within easy reach.

Set off to explore the eastern part of the Haguenau Forest by cycling from the pottery village of Soufflenheim to Gros Chêne on a circular mountain bike trail.

If you’re not very familiar with this area, now’s the time to discover it. This fairly easy walk takes you along the Londgraben from Morschwiller Chapel to Ohlungen Chapel in almost a straight line. The return route, which involves a slight climb, will take you past the two beautiful chapels in Dauendorf. Along the way, depending on the time of day, you should see plenty of roe deer; if you’re an early riser, you might even spot Goupil the fox.

From Uberach to the charming village of Mietesheim, through the undivided forest of Haguenau and along the Neubourg camp, this route will take you through majestic oak and beech trees and highlight the forest's military past and present.