Zellenberg walks

Zellenberg is a small wine-growing village, very close to Riquewihr and Ribeauvillé. This little village, with its strong Alsatian charm, is well worth a visit. The first part of the walk takes you round the village, offering views of the vineyards, with the Rhine plain on one side and the Vosges on the other. The views stretch as far as the Black Forest and Haut-Koenigsbourg, taking in the three castles of Ribeauvillé along the way. The village centre is just as charming, with colourful half-timbered houses, as in any Alsatian village. This route takes you past the village’s main landmarks.

Beblenheim is a small wine-growing village, very close to Riquewihr. This route takes you round the village. Starting from the Protestant church, the route passes Saint-Martin’s Church before following the village’s outlying streets to circle round the village, passing by the cemetery. It is a very short walk and can also be combined with visits to other nearby villages such as Mittelwihr and Bennwihr.

By following Géovino in Riquewihr, you will learn about the fundamental importance of rocks for vines. You will understand why the soils of the southern slopes of the Vosges mountains are so special, but also the relationship between rocks, soils and vines, and even their influence on the aroma of wines!

Circular walk starting from Hunawihr, passing by the ruins of Sylo Convent, the Col de Seelacker, the ruins of Reichenstein Castle and the village of Riquewihr.The route is mainly through woodland, enhanced by a visit to the two very typical villages of Hunawihr and Riquewihr. The walk is accessible via Riquewihr Poste station.

This easy walk through the vineyards also allows you to discover pretty villages on the Alsace Wine Route and the fortified church of Hunawihr. Suitable in all seasons. In early spring, you can enjoy the almond trees in bloom. In autumn, you can enjoy the beautiful colours of the season.

Riquewihr is one of the most popular tourist villages in Alsace. This route allows you to explore this charming little village, whose history is closely linked to wine-growing. With its Alsatian houses and fortifications, this walk has everything to appeal to visitors. This route is perfect for exploring the village in two hours or less. It can also be combined with a visit to the Dolder Museum and the Tour des Voleurs.

A very pleasant walk, mainly through vineyards, allowing you to discover several renowned villages in the Haut-Rhin and the beautiful Almond Tree Hill. Best done in March when the almond trees are in bloom!

Family walk around the village of Mittelwihr: vineyards, Sigolsheim national necropolis, views of the Alsace plain and the foothills of the Vosges, ending with the surprising hill of almond trees that has earned Mittelwihr its nickname of "Midi de l'Alsace" (Southern Alsace).

Mittelwihr is a small Alsatian village, right next to Bennwihr. This short route takes you through the streets of the village. The route is very short; it starts at Place Cancale, then heads down towards the village centre to see the churches of St Brigid and St Catherine, before returning to the starting point via the cemetery. As the route is short, it is recommended that you combine it with a visit to other villages such as Bennwihr and Beblenheim.

Here is a walk that will allow you to explore the hills of Riquewihr with its castles, the Reichenstein and the Bilstein, as well as the ruins of Sylo Abbey above Hunawihr.You might also take the opportunity to visit the village of Riquewihr and sample its wines.Enjoy your walk.

Bennwihr is a small wine-growing village situated on the Wine Route. Most people simply pass through this village, which was completely destroyed and then rebuilt after the Second World War. The walk starts near the Church of Saints Peter and Paul. It is an entirely urban walk that allows you to explore this village on the Wine Route, passing through the cemetery and past calvaries and other crosses. As the walk is short, it is advisable to combine it with the walks in Mittelwihr and Beblenheim.

A circular hike starting from Ribeauvillé, winding through vineyards and then forest (two-thirds of the route).Discover the listed Schlusselstein rock, then descend towards Langrain to follow the Bergenbach stream to the Witzigfelsen rock and Reichenberg Castle. The return journey takes you through the vineyards on the Way of St James. Hike accessible via Ribeauville-Gare-Routiè station.

This is a long hike that will take you through vineyards and woods to three castles: Reichenstein, Bilstein and Saint-Ulrich. Pass by the magnificent Notre-Dame de Dusenbach monastery.

Route allowing you to visit the three castles of Ribeauvillé (Giersberg Castle, Saint-Ulrich Castle and Ribeaupierre Castle) with superb views over the Alsace plain. Then climb and cross the Taennchel Massif with its rocks, its pagan wall and its views of Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle.

This short walk will take you to Dusenbach whilst avoiding the road to Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines, which is dangerous. From Dusenbach, you can walk up to the Taennchel or the castles.

Stage thirteen, from Ribeauvillé to Le Bonhomme, is very long and involves a significant climb. It marks the hiker’s entry into the Hautes-Vosges and its first major peaks: Hirzberg and Brézouard, via the Lapoutroie valley. With a mountain atmosphere and superb views in store.

Climb up the Three Castles Trail, superb view of the region, visit the ruins of two castles (the third is closed to the public), then walk through the forest to reach the N.D. de Dusenbach monastery, descend via the original Way of the Cross.

A lovely day trip through woods, mountains, vineyards and Alsatian villages, with visits to Hunawihr and Riquewihr. Magnificent landscapes and superb villages.

An easy walk through the Alsace vineyards, with pretty landscapes of vine-covered hills and villages such as Bergheim.

A pleasant walk through the vineyards, passing through two picturesque villages, and arriving in Kayserberg. Although long, the walk presents no difficulties.

A lovely little walk that follows the edge of the woodland alongside the vineyards. Superb views of the surrounding villages.

A fairly demanding hike, as there is a long climb right from the start, but one that offers numerous incredible views.You start by climbing up to the three castles via paths through the vineyards, then ascend the Taennechel via its fairly steep south-eastern peak, known as the Rocher de la Paix d’Udine, which also offers a rather striking view over the Alsace plain. Next, we explore the numerous sandstone outcrops dotting the ridge before descending back to Ribeauvillé.

A beautiful hike that is not too long but includes a few steep hills. While the old town's heritage is remarkable, the route on the heights of Ribeauvillé is also worth a detour with its three castles and the monastery of Notre-Dame de Dusenbach.

This superb walk will take you on a journey of discovery through the three castles of Ribeauvillé, the Mur Païen and the splendid surrounding forests, punctuated by numerous stops on rocky outcrops offering magnificent views. The walk is characterised by a demanding ascent, with a succession of steep slopes, presenting a fine challenge for walkers. The gentler descent will take you to the peaceful Dusenbach Monastery, offering a pleasant contrast after the exertion.

This is a pleasant walk that will take you through vineyards and woods to the remarkable Schlüsselstein Rock, then to the foot of the Taennchel and finally to two of Ribeauvillé’s three castles.There are a few climbs, but on the whole it’s a fairly easy route.

This short hike takes you up to Taennchel from Ribeauvillé via the most direct route. There are two variants that allow you to visit Château Haut Ribeaupierre or the Notre-Dame de Dusenbach monastery along the way. It is only 11 km long, but has an elevation gain of over 600 m. Only suitable for walkers in good physical condition.

This short hike will take you to the amazing Schluesselstein Rock, then to the foot of the Taennchel and finally to the Dusenbach Monastery. Return via the famous Maria Raydt trail.

This route links the famous castles of Ribeauvillé, which majestically overlook the town, and leads to the Notre-Dame de Dusenbach monastery, an important place of pilgrimage in Alsace. Magnificent views of the vineyards, the plain and the Black Forest can be admired from the fortified castles, the highest points of the walk.

It’s a lovely walk that allows you to see the three castles of Ribeauvillé from a slightly different angle to the traditional route. The GPS track takes the shortest route. To see the three castles, follow the route description. Avoid at all costs during the Christmas market or on Pfifferday. Ribeauvillé has recently become extremely touristy.

Discover the three castles of Ribeauvillé by climbing via Fontaine du Chevreuil. The descent follows theGR®5.

A short hike around the three castles of Ribeauvillé, which runs alongside several pleasant little streams and passes by two fountains.

Sigolsheim is a small wine-growing village situated near Kaysersberg. This very short route allows you to stroll through the streets in search of the village’s heritage. There are numerous calvaries and crosses in this village. The route takes in the Sainte-Anne Chapel and the Church of Saint-Pierre and Saint-Paul. As the route is very short, it is recommended that you combine it with a visit to neighbouring villages such as Kienthzeim and Ammerschwihr.

A tour of the vineyards above one of the most beautiful villages in Alsace!

There are two villages called Kientzheim in Alsace. This route takes you around the small village situated in the commune of Kayserberg. This charming little village is entirely surrounded by ramparts. The route takes you along the northern section of the ramparts as well as through the village’s inner streets. Among the unmissable sights within the village are: the Chapel of Saints Felix and Regulus, the old smithy, the Porte du Lalli, the Church of Our Lady of Sorrows, not to mention the chariot, which marks the end of the route. As the route is short, you can round off this exploration with a visit to Sigolsheim and Ammerschwihr.

A short two-hour walk, starting from the crossroads above the Saint-Alexis inn. You will walk around the Koenigsstuhl and reach the highest point via the easiest route.

This moderately difficult route passes through beautiful, diverse forests with several points of interest. You can rest or eat at the Clausmatt inn, run by the Espoir association.

Kaysersberg is considered one of the most beautiful villages in France. Situated at the entrance to the Weiss Valley, this village retains streets and alleyways with authentic charm, featuring many very old and colourful half-timbered houses. The town also has a history closely linked to the Middle Ages, as evidenced by its castle and the remains of fortifications such as the Tour de la Porte Haute. A major tourist destination, this village attracts several thousand visitors every year. This tour aims to introduce you to the historic centre of Kaysersberg, taking in other points of interest such as Kaysersberg Church, the fortified bridge, the Maison Loewert and the Albert Schweitzer Centre.

Ammerschwihr is a small wine-growing village situated between Colmar and Kaysersberg. This village is often overlooked and is merely a stopover on the way to Colmar and Kaysersberg. However, there are many interesting cultural sites to discover, such as the Tour des Voleurs, Saint-Wendelin Chapel, the Porte Haute, Saint-Martin’s Church and Saint-Éloi Chapel. This short historical route takes in all these sites. The route is very short and can be combined with visits to Kienthzeim and Sigolsheim.

Enjoy a magnificent walk along the ramparts of Bergheim, dotted with numerous medieval towers.

A lovely, easy walk that takes you from vineyards to woodland, allowing you to explore this promontory between the Kaysersberg valley and Ammerschwihr. At the end of the route, you can admire the little Saint-Wolfgang Chapel in Kaysersberg, as well as magnificent views of the plain and Ammerschwihr.

A scenic walk to discover the wine-growing villages of the Val de Weiss and their rich and tumultuous past. While Kaysersberg is rightly ranked among the French's favourite villages, our favourite is Kientzheim, a village away from the tourist trail but with a remarkable historical heritage. The route follows forest and vineyard paths and tarmac or cobbled roads.

Departure from Ammerschwihr, a famous village in the Alsatian vineyards, crossing the Ammerschwihr golf course and climbing to the Roche du Corbeau before crossing the Trois-Épis health resort and climbing to the Galtz monument, the Alsatian Corcovado. The return to Ammerschwihr is via the Château du Wineck (near Katzenthal) and the famous Kaefferkopf grand cru vineyard.This hike offers the chance to discover varied landscapes, from high-altitude forests to grand cru vineyards, passing by magnificent viewpoints such as the Rocher du Corbeau and the Galtz, and the ruins of the old hamlet of Meywihr near Ammerschwihr, which also has a rich historical heritage.

This is a beautiful hike from Ammerschwihr to Trois-Épis via the Christ du Galtz, which overlooks the Alsace plain. Enjoy lovely views of the plain and discover the resort of Trois Épis, which was once a holiday destination for Alsatians and still boasts some beautiful residences.