Wildenstein walks

Follow the energetic tempo of the water to discover all the riches of this site. Let yourself be carried away, like the historian and writer Abbé Sifferlen, by the magic of the place: "These cyclopean rocks, these mysterious chasms, these enveloping woods, these roaring waves when the waterfall is at its fullest, make you dream of dwellings inhabited by legendary fairies".

A hike on and below the great ridge in an almost alpine setting, offering breathtaking views of the Munster Valley.

A beautiful hike that begins with a steep climb to the ruins of Wildenstein Castle. Continue through the forest via the Abri du Tal and the top of the Bockloch waterfall to reach the village of Wildenstein. Return along the Thur and the western shore of the lake.

Climb the granite lock of the Schlossberg and discover the history of Wildenstein Castle. Along the way, look for and find traces of human presence in these surprising places steeped in history. Enjoy the views of the lake and the villages of Kruth, Oderen and Wildenstein. This site offers a natural atmosphere full of life in both spring and summer. In winter, let yourself be carried away by the peaceful and magical atmosphere of this site.

More of a Sunday stroll than a real hike, this trail around Lake Kruth-Wildenstein, which is accessible to people with disabilities, will give you a breath of fresh air. It is particularly pleasant in summer when it is very hot in the valley.

This short family hike takes you up to the ruins of Wildenstein Castle along a discovery trail dotted with information panels. On the way back down, you can walk around the lake and, once you arrive, enjoy the peaceful surroundings with a trip on a pedalo or, for the more energetic, a walk among the trees in the tree-top adventure park right next to the car park.

Start and finish at the Col de Bramont. This route will let you discover the Lac des Corbeaux from the Belvédère de la Roche du Lac 200m above it. The view is stunning and its the perfect place for a snack! A trail takes you down to the lake. It doesn't cross the embankment, but takes you round the lake on a pleasant, shady trail. Return to the Col de Bramont via the Étang de Sèchemer. A very beautiful circuit that's not too difficult, although very steep.

A very challenging outing. Good equipment and physical fitness recommended!

This route is a little way from the La Bresse ski resorts. It is easy up to Lac de Blanchemer, but becomes more challenging as you approach Rainkopf. However, the exceptional panoramic view from the summit makes it well worth the effort.

This is a must-do circuit for all hiking enthusiasts.

This is a beautiful hike, although quite strenuous, and is reserved for experienced hikers who want to enjoy a great day out, discover the biotope and take in the many views.

From the Col de la Schlucht, take the ridge road towards Markstein and park in the Maison de la Nature car park by the roadside. This short hike will take you up the steep slopes of Kastelberg and Rainkopf to discover the Altenweiher dam lake before climbing back up to the top of Rainkopf. You can walk around the lake, which takes about 20 minutes extra.

A very beautiful, shaded hike through a magnificent forest of hundred-year-old beech trees, with views of the Chaume des Vintergés and the Chaume du Grand Ventron viewpoint, overlooking the ridges (Markstein, Grand Ballon and Alsace).

A peat bog, a lake and two peaks on the ridges with views of the main Vosges mountains. On clear days, especially in winter, you can see the Black Forest and the Alps.

In the La Bresse region, a circular route allowing you to cross the Machais peat bog, then climb three summits, ending at Lac de Blanchemer. Breathtaking views of the Vosges and Alsace.

Where the ridge splits in two, one towards the Grand Ballon and the other towards the Grand Ventron, the Rainkopf offers an exceptional 360° panorama. There are many points of interest along the route, including Lac de Blanchemer and its floating peat bog, Lac de La Lande and its dam, Chaume du Firsmiss, the beautiful Machais peat bog, the glacial cirques and their scree slopes, and views of the Vosges and Alsace peaks and the Fecht and Thur valleys.

This route focuses on three beautiful peaks south of Hohneck. The climb passes by the very pretty Altenweiher (old lake) before reaching the ridge. The view of Rothenbachkopf from Rainkopf is superb. This hike combines scree, undergrowth and high-altitude pastures.

48°00'00'' North / 07°00'00'' East, starting point for this hike around Lake Altenweiher. This highly varied hike alternates between forest paths, "alpine" passages and scree slopes in glacial cirques, offering panoramic views of the Alsace and Vosges slopes from the hilltops and summits, as well as the opportunity to stop for refreshments at authentic farmhouse inns.

Randonnée en raquettes (ou à pied en été) en partant du camping du haut des Bluches ; montée vers le Lac des Corbeaux et retour par l'Étang de Sèchemer.

Lac des Corbeaux is a beautiful little mountain lake that attracts many visitors, especially in summer. It is very easy to walk around with the family in an idyllic setting. At the start, the Haut des Bluches campsite also offers superb tree house rentals. A giant zip line also passes right over our heads. In short, it's not to be missed.

A peaceful walk around a 10-hectare glacial lake surrounded by forest, along a path accessible to pushchairs. Lac des Corbeaux, with its reflections, brings a pleasant feeling of tranquillity and calm, allowing you to savour the moment.

A lovely little hike with a beautiful view of Lac des Corbeaux and perhaps a welcome swim.

Second stage of this hike with bivouac. This time, Lac Lalande, Lac de Retournemer, Cascade Charlemagne and Cascade de Retournemer will be on your route, allowing you to discover magnificent colours.

A superb hike to do in summer when it's very hot. Three quarters of the route is shaded. These two glacial lakes are magnificent.

A short walk that allows you to discover a magnificent lake covering an area of approximately 6 hectares, with a floating bog, in a majestic setting at the foot of Rainkof and the ridges that mark the border between the Vosges and Alsace.

Walk on the high moorland via Lauchenkopf, Nonselkopf, Uff Rain and Salzbach.

A beautiful hike in the rear valley of the Thur, near Lake Kruth-Wildenstein, which will take you to the heights of Kruth, with beautiful views of the upper valley and the Rossberg-Thannerhubel massif.

Discover a charming little lake of glacial origin, dammed in 1959 to produce electricity. A route that combines beautiful scenery with learning about the power of water.

A beautiful hike to the small pass of Collet de l'Étang on wide roads and forest paths through magnificent woodland. Beautiful views of La Montée Impossible de La Bresse and on arrival at La Roche Beuty. The climb is long but the short break at the Chalet du Collet de l'Étang is very pleasant. Viewpoint at Champis, before the descent into the Chajoux valley.