• Hiking around the Vosges Mountains at your own pace
  • Hiking around the Vosges Mountains at your own pace
  • Hiking around the Vosges Mountains at your own pace
  • Hiking around the Vosges Mountains at your own pace
  • Hiking around the Vosges Mountains at your own pace
  • Hiking around the Vosges Mountains at your own pace
  • Hiking around the Vosges Mountains at your own pace
Vosges

Hiking around the Vosges Mountains at your own pace

4,6/5 (9 reviews)
Réf : DOHPTT

In summary

  • Sports
    Hiking / Trekking
  • Duration
    4 days
  • Level
    Confirmed

    Levels

    Hiking / Trekking
    Beginner
    For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
    Intermediate
    For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
    Confirmed
    For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
    Advanced
    For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
    Expert
    For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
  • Destination
    Grand Est / Vosges
  • Age
    Up to a 80imum of years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    36.95 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This personalized stay offers you the opportunity to experience a sporting adventure with an organization tailored to your needs.
    Type of stay
    Independent traveler

In a few words

For your holidays, head for the highest peaks in the Vosges Mountains : the Grande Crête! The trails, situated between 600m and 1400m, offer breathtaking views across the entire Vosges massif, and even occasionally of the Alps. Forests filled with fir and beech trees, high-altitude lakes nestled among the region's rounded summits—the area's diversity guarantees enjoyable and invigorating hikes . The chamois of the massif might surprise you around a bend in the path or on the cliffs. You'll have the opportunity to sample the distinctive cuisine of the Vosges and Alsace regions : Munster cheese, a cheese with character, Alsatian wines emblematic of the region, and many other specialties! These unique settings will ensure relaxation and wonder during your stay!

The highlights

  • The Great Ridge of the Vosges, the most iconic site of the mountain range
  • Contrasting landscapes, between Alsatian villages and Vosges mountains
  • Enjoy a comfortable journey with a choice of ideally located family hotels
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Sport

Level

Hiking / Trekking

Confirmed

Levels

Hiking / Trekking
Beginner
For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
Intermediate
For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
Confirmed
For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
Advanced
For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
Expert
For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.

In figures

Hiking

  • Average duration/day: 6h
  • Average distance/day: 19 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 737 m
  • Average daily descent: 737 m
  • Maximum altitude: 1350 m

Management

Enjoy an independent stay, where you follow the program at your own pace.
Independently
Progress at your own pace and according to your desires 🌏

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
  • map

    Munster

    • Accommodation 2-star hotel
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner not included

    Upon your arrival around 6 pm, you will be welcomed at the hotel located in the Munster Valley, famous for its distinctive cheese. This valley is one of the largest and most beautiful on the Alsatian side of the High Vosges Mountains. You will be accommodated at the hotel for one night.

    Day 1

Note

Dogs are no longer allowed on this circuit.


Extension: If you wish to climb the Grand Ballon, it is possible to add a night at Le Markstein for a loop hike that passes by the summit. The itinerary would then be as follows:

  1. Day 4: Markstein – Grand Ballon (1424 m) – Markstein (1200 m)

The Vosges ridge continues southeast, leading you over a series of hills and passes to the Grand Ballon. The view from its summit is breathtaking. The Alsace plain lies at your feet, and on a clear day, the entire Alpine chain is visible in the distance! Several restaurants offer opportunities for a break below, and the return journey follows different paths, with the option of descending to the shores of Lac du Ballon (1100 m), adding another 200 m of elevation gain – or more!

Stage of 5 hours 30 minutes of walking - Elevation gain: 526 m - Elevation loss: 526 m - Length: 18 km


  1. Day 5: Markstein - Langenfeldkopf (1290 m) - Petit Ballon (1272 m) - Munster (370 m)

This is the wildest stage, the landscapes are captivating, the vegetation varied with pines, heather, and juniper. Transfers to Le Markstein. We cross the old pastures of Le Markstein and then those of Steinlebach before reaching the Oberlauchen pass (1211m). The path follows the ridge to the Petit Ballon before beginning the descent to Munster, which is absolutely stunning!

The hike ends around 4:00 PM in Munster. There's an opportunity to visit the village: abbey, church, and the Albert parks. – Length: 21 km

Accommodation

🏨 2-star hotel - Days 1 to 3

Accommodation is in 2* or 3* hotels, in double rooms:

  1. Day 1: Overnight stay in a conveniently located hotel near Munster city centre. Rooms with shower or bath. The hotel has a garden.
  2. Day 2: Night in a comfortable family-run Chalet Hotel , located at the Schlucht pass, in the peaceful setting of the mountains, or just below the pass, at the foot of the Hohneck massif (subject to availability), in rooms with Shower or Bath.
  3. Day 3: Overnight stay in a mountain hotel located at the Markstein Pass, in a room with shower and toilet. This is the only hotel at Markstein; if it is full, we will offer you a night in a farm inn, in a room for 2 or 4 people with duvets, but with shared bathroom facilities like in a mountain refuge.

Access

Departure
Munster
Day 1 : 18h00
End of stay
Munster
Day 4 - 17h00

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toGare de Munster
Access by plane
The nearest airport isAéroport de Strasbourg Or Aéroport de Bâle

Price details

The price includes

  1. Accommodation in a double room
  2. Half board from day 2 (breakfast and dinner)
  3. The hiking guide in digital format

The price does not include

  1. Transportation to the meeting point
  2. The supplement for a single traveler departure (add the mandatory single room supplement for departures of one person)
  3. Individual equipment
  4. Luggage transport (optional)
  5. Lunches
  6. Drinks
  7. Possible visits

Options

You will be able to select these options when booking.
  1. Luggage transport supplement - 1 person : CHF196.68 / person
  2. Hiking guide (paper version) : CHF22.87 / reservation
  3. Luggage transport supplement - 2 to 3 people : CHF96.05 / person
  4. Luggage transport supplement - 4 to 5 people : CHF36.59 / person
  5. Luggage transport supplement - 6 people and more : CHF18.30 / person
  6. Extension 2nd night at the Markstein on Day 3 with half-board - Double room : CHF91.48 / person
  7. Extension 2nd night at the Markstein on Day 3 with half-board - Single room : CHF118.92 / person
  8. Additional nights - Double room : CHF68.61 / unit
  9. Additional night in a single room : CHF91.48 / person
  10. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities
Equipment

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4,6/5
(9 reviews)
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Reviews displayed in reverse chronological order
F

FREDERIC

august 2025
Translated from French
The only slight drawback was the trail markings on the first stage. Otherwise, the hotels (and the welcome they received), the distances, and the scenery were perfect.
Published on 12/08/2025
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jeremy

august 2025
Translated from French
A beautiful hike to do.
Published on 08/08/2025
E

Elisabeth

july 2025
Translated from French
A perfectly organized 3-day tour: varied route, nice hotels and breathtaking views... a few slightly difficult sections but by taking your time you can manage.
  • Elisabeth
  • Elisabeth
  • Elisabeth
  • Elisabeth
  • Elisabeth
Published on 20/07/2025

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4,6/5
(9 reviews)
At Decathlon, the reviews are reliable.
Reviews displayed in reverse chronological order
F

FREDERIC

august 2025
Translated from French
The only slight drawback was the trail markings on the first stage. Otherwise, the hotels (and the welcome they received), the distances, and the scenery were perfect.
Published on 12/08/2025
j

jeremy

august 2025
Translated from French
A beautiful hike to do.
Published on 08/08/2025
E

Elisabeth

july 2025
Translated from French
A perfectly organized 3-day tour: varied route, nice hotels and breathtaking views... a few slightly difficult sections but by taking your time you can manage.
  • Elisabeth
  • Elisabeth
  • Elisabeth
  • Elisabeth
  • Elisabeth
Published on 20/07/2025
L

Laurence

july 2025
Translated from French
Difficult hike as expected, but very beautiful
Published on 18/07/2025
A

Alexandre

july 2025
Translated from French
A beautiful hike in the Vosges mountains.
Published on 17/07/2025
F

Fanny

june 2025
Translated from French
Superb experience
Published on 29/06/2025
B

Bron

june 2025
Translated from French
Three days of hiking through the botanical treasures of the Vosges Mountains! A fantastic trip for those who appreciate the diversity of plant species found in these mountain ranges! The views are equally breathtaking! A pure delight!
Published on 27/06/2025
N

NATHALIE

may 2025
Translated from French
A truly fantastic hike. Late May, not too crowded and beautiful sunshine. No technical difficulties. I chose to also take the printed information, and thank goodness I did. There are many places where there's no cell service, and the GPS tells you if you're on the wrong track but doesn't give you the correction. In short, a map is essential. I had some very lonely moments staring at the signs… The accommodations were great. Except for the third one, which puts three people alone, staggered around a table for six. Very strange. I would have preferred a table to myself.
Published on 02/06/2025
T

Thomas

may 2025
Translated from French
Great hike, good accommodations. A bit of trouble with the dedicated app which never worked properly, and one path closed to hikers until July 1st after Markstein. But overall very satisfied.
Published on 30/05/2025
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