Castles and Sanctuary of Notre-Dame de Dusenabch, Ribeauvillé
Departure from Ribeauvillé (Haut-Rhin) (Haut-Rhin)
While the heritage of Ribeauvillé's old town is remarkable, this circular walk has a few bumps and slopes in the hills above the village. It is well worth the detour, with its three castles and the monastery of Notre-Dame de Dusenbach.
From Ribeauvillé to Dusenbach Monastery through the woods
Departure from Ribeauvillé (Haut-Rhin) (Haut-Rhin)
This short walk takes you up to the Dusenbach, avoiding the dangerous road to Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines. From the Dusenbach, you can climb up to the Taennchel or the castles.
Stroll to the three castles of Ribeauvillé
Departure from Ribeauvillé (Haut-Rhin) (Haut-Rhin)
It's a nice walk that visits the three castles of Ribeauvillé at a slightly different angle from the traditional walk.
Lake Noir from Pairis
Departure from Orbey (Haut-Rhin)
An uphill section towards Lake Noir on the slope of Orbey.
Tour around Blanc and Noir lakes
Departure from Orbey (Haut-Rhin)
A pretty walk, alternating between rises and descents following sinuous winds and paths over ridges with magnificent views. ‘’The’’ meeting place for local chamois.
Lac Vert - Gazon du Faing - Forlet Lake (Lac des Truites)
Departure from Orbey (Haut-Rhin)
Explore the forest, lakes and the Hautes Chaumes, the highlights of this hike that follows Vosges Club trails.
From Wettstein Pass to the Lac des Truites
Departure from Orbey (Haut-Rhin)
This short hike on trails marked by the Club Vosgien has in the first instance views of the valley of Munster, and also a view of the peaks of the Vosges. The many picnic opportunities around the Lac des Truites or Lac Forlet lakes, the trout spotting opportunities, as well the welcoming farmhouse make for an enjoyable outing.
Lakes and pastures
Departure from Soultzeren (Haut-Rhin)
A beautiful hike that takes you up to the “Gazons”, the famous pastures of the Hautes Vosges, and along the steep slopes overlooking the magnificent cirques where the lakes of Lac Vert and Lac du Forlet lie. All of this is situated at an altitude and in landscapes that are reminiscent of the Alps.
In the forest of Illwald in Sélestat
Departure from Sélestat (Bas-Rhin)
This is a lovely walk in the plains of the river Ill, which will let you to escape for two hours from the bustle of this area popular with tourists. In summer you'll be nice and cool, thanks to the many streams and towering trees.
From Col de la Schlucht to Hohneck
Departure from Le Valtin (Vosges)
Start at the Col de la Schlucht car park...
A very athletic outing. Good equipment and good physical condition are recommended!
Chaume des Veaux from Kreuzweg pass
Departure from Bas-Rhin
Beautiful snowshoe trek beneath the Champ du Feu from the Col du Kreuzweg. Pass through the Pelage site, a paragliding centre offering a superb view, then through the Chaume des Beaux, a beautiful open space in which to enjoy the sun.
Some "off-track" sections for the sake of fun in the snow but with the option to stay on the marked trails for those who want it.
10 - The Hohneck - The Frankenthal-Missheimle National Nature Reserve
Departure from Stosswihr (Haut-Rhin)
Observe the chamois in the Wormspel, soak your feet in the clear waters of lake Schiessrothried and appreciate the beauty of the Frankenthal-Missheimle nature reserve. And, if possible, stop at a farm-guesthouse for an excellent day!
As a variation of this hike, go via the Col de Falimont, where you can find practical information.
Lake Lispach and Rouge Feigne
Departure from La Bresse (Vosges)
At the start of Lake Lispach, this hike will take you through a variety of settings. Peat bogs bordering Lake Lispach where you will see the Vosges’ forests and even some of the Rouge Feigne’s stubble more than 1,100 m above sea level. The return on the mountainside will eventually convince you that the Vosges are not just for cows...
The Pearls of Vologne
Departure from Xonrupt-Longemer (Vosges)
“Les Perles de Vologne” is a wonderful site on the shaded bank of the Vologne.
You will pass on Pont des Fées and the Marie-Louise islands, before climbing along the torrent in the Roitelets Gorge, to reach the Roche des Bruyères from where you can admire the town of Gerardmer and its lake. Then, at the Gilet Fountain, located in the forest, you can refresh your hands.
Take a break at the Belbriette Pond before descending to Longemer Lake and the Saint Florent chapel.
A tour of the Lac des Corbeaux
Departure from La Bresse (Vosges)
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.
The Lac du Grand Ballon and waterfall of Kletterbach
Departure from Lautenbachzell (Haut-Rhin)
An original route to get to Lac du Grand Ballon avoiding the road. You will discover beautiful trees, a waterfall and views over the Petit Ballon and the Black Forest along the way.
Around Lac des Corbeaux and Croix Louis
Departure from La Bresse (Vosges)
A pretty little walk with a beautiful viewpoint over Lac des Corbeaux, where you may like to take a dip.
Pierre Percée lake - Discover the battles sites of the First World War
Departure from Pierre-Percée (Meurthe-et-Moselle)
Discover the man-made lake that feeds the cooling system at Cattenom nuclear power station and the First World War battle sites around Celles-sur-Plaine.
A loop between Rosheim and Bischenberg
Departure from Rosheim (Bas-Rhin)
Short circular loop from Rosheim, a beautiful Alsatian city (situated on the Wine Route and the Roman Route), particularly steeped in history, which its architectural heritage is evidence of.
Walk through the vineyards and orchards towards Bischenberg, its convent, dry prairies and beautiful view over the plain.