• Self-guided hiking among vineyards and medieval villages of Alsace
  • Self-guided hiking among vineyards and medieval villages of Alsace
  • Self-guided hiking among vineyards and medieval villages of Alsace
  • Self-guided hiking among vineyards and medieval villages of Alsace
  • Self-guided hiking among vineyards and medieval villages of Alsace
Grand Est / Colmar

Self-guided hiking among vineyards and medieval villages of Alsace

Réf : KBBVSP

In summary

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

    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 / Colmar
  • Age
    From 12 - 85 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    52.06 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

Embark on a self-guided hiking adventure in the heart of Alsace , exploring prestigious vineyards , medieval villages , and forest landscapes . This trip immerses you in the authentic world of a region where fine wines and traditions intertwine at every turn. From the charming city of Colmar , a true architectural gem and the starting point of your itinerary, you'll traverse a living postcard : endless rows of vines, hilltop castles , ancient ramparts , and flower-filled alleyways lined with half-timbered houses . Each stage is punctuated by the discovery of convivial Winstubs (Alsatian wine bars), lively wine cellars , and treasures of Romanesque heritage . The route alternates between vineyard trails winding through the hillsides and shaded forest paths , in the heart of a preserved natural landscape of pines , oaks , and chestnut trees. A sensory and cultural immersion for lovers of gentle hiking and local traditions .

The highlights

  • First night in colorful Colmar
  • In Riquewihr, a hotel in the heart of the medieval town
  • Return train journey to Colmar included in the price
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Sport

Level

Hiking / Trekking

Intermediate

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 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.

The expert's opinion

This hike is rated level 3 out of 6, with elevation gains of 350 to 800 meters per stage, and takes 5 to 6 hours to complete on varied terrain. The suggested routes mostly follow forest paths but also wind through vineyards. There are no technical difficulties.

In figures

Hiking

  • Average duration/day: 5h30
  • Average distance/day: 15 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 606 m
  • Average daily descent: 601 m

Management

The paper roadbook contains all the information directly in your bag.
Paper Roadbook

Your travel guide to take everywhere with you. 🗺️


Documentation provided:

- IGN maps at 1:25,000 scale

- Extracts from 1:25,000 scale maps with route markings

- 1 guidebook (day-by-day description of the hikes)


This hike is compatible with our app. In addition to your traditional route book, you have the option of using our digital route book, compatible with iOS and Android. (Available upon request after booking)

Management

Security

Our route mainly follows trails marked by the Club Vosgien. Sections of unmarked trails are easily identifiable provided you are proficient in reading a 1:25,000 scale IGN map. For this hike, it is essential to be able to read a map and use a compass.
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Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
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    Colmar

    • Accommodation 3-star hotel
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    Arrival at your hotel in Colmar in the late afternoon. This city of art boasts a large, well-preserved pedestrianized tourist center, historic districts like "Little Venice," medieval churches, and numerous museums. To fully enjoy your visit to Colmar, we recommend arriving no later than late morning; otherwise, consider booking an extra night at the end of your stay.

    Day 1

Note

If there is no availability at a stage of the program described above, we offer you two consecutive nights at the preceding or following stage and arrange the corresponding transfers (a supplement may apply). Your walking itinerary remains unchanged. To ensure you can complete the program stages, we advise you to book as early as possible.

Accommodation

During this stay, you will sleep in several different accommodations.

Access

Departure
Colmar, France
Day 1
End of stay
Colmar, France
Day 4

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toColmar

Access is available by TGV to Colmar, just 2 hours and 50 minutes from Paris.

Access by car
Travel to the place of stay with parking available

You have the option of leaving your vehicle in the car parks located near the accommodation, our hotel in Colmar also has a private garage (approximately €10 / night / car).

Price details

The price includes

  1. Half-board (except for dinner on day 1 in Colmar, numerous restaurants on site)
  2. The travel log, 1 copy per registration file
  3. Luggage transport between accommodations
  4. Taxi and train transfers included in the program
  5. Tourist taxes

The price does not include

  1. Lunches
  2. Dinner on day 1 in Colmar
  3. Drinks and personal expenses
  4. The visits
  5. Luggage transport from Sélestat to Colmar
  6. Optional taxi transport from Colmar train station to the hotel on the last day (flat rate of approximately €8)
  7. Round-trip transportation to the meeting point
  8. The solo supplement if you are travelling alone (€120 per person) as well as the single room supplement (€180 per person) are automatically added to the price calculation with a single participant.

Options

You will be able to select these options when booking.
  1. Additional night at the end of the trip in Colmar - 4* hotel in a double room : CHF104.50 / person
  2. Additional night at the end of the trip in Colmar - 4* hotel in a single room : CHF180.50 / person
  3. Single room : CHF171.00 / person
  4. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

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