• Micro-adventure hiking trip in Alsace: 3 days/2 nights, half-board, no luggage
  • Micro-adventure hiking trip in Alsace: 3 days/2 nights, half-board, no luggage
  • Micro-adventure hiking trip in Alsace: 3 days/2 nights, half-board, no luggage
  • Micro-adventure hiking trip in Alsace: 3 days/2 nights, half-board, no luggage
  • Micro-adventure hiking trip in Alsace: 3 days/2 nights, half-board, no luggage
  • Micro-adventure hiking trip in Alsace: 3 days/2 nights, half-board, no luggage
  • Micro-adventure hiking trip in Alsace: 3 days/2 nights, half-board, no luggage
  • Micro-adventure hiking trip in Alsace: 3 days/2 nights, half-board, no luggage
  • Micro-adventure hiking trip in Alsace: 3 days/2 nights, half-board, no luggage
Alsace / Vosges

Micro-adventure hiking trip in Alsace: 3 days/2 nights, half-board, no luggage

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In summary

  • Sports
    Hiking / Trekking
  • Duration
    3 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
    Alsace / Vosges
  • Age
    From 16 - 80 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    28.98 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

Explore an exceptional forest massif in the heart of the Northern Vosges, where nature and heritage meet in harmony. Following the legendary GR53 , the only French route awarded the "Leading Quality Trail – Best of Europe" label, you will traverse unspoiled landscapes between deep forests , sandstone rocks and inspiring panoramas.

The route takes you to iconic sites such as the castles of La Petite Pierre and Lichtenberg , witnesses to a rich past, as well as the astonishing troglodyte houses of Graufthal . Each stop is a sensory immersion: smell the fresh moss in the early morning, listen to the birdsong, and breathe in the revitalizing pure air .

After the exertion, it's time to relax with half-board evenings, an opportunity to savor authentic Alsatian cuisine , generous and convivial. An ideal stay for hiking enthusiasts seeking nature, culture, and a break from it all .


The highlights

  • A turnkey 3-day adventure with easy access from Paris
  • Travel light with your luggage, which will be waiting for you at the evening's stop.
  • The quality and comfort of the legendary Alsatian hospitality, heritage and gastronomy
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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

3-day hiking route with a total of 55 km and 1779m elevation gain

Our itineraries are designed for active travelers comfortable with multi-day walking or cycling, without requiring any particular technical skill. The routes alternate between forest tracks, rolling hills, and quiet country roads, with accessible yet dynamic daily stages. A reasonable level of fitness is recommended to fully enjoy the experience and pace of the trip, with the pleasure of physical activity in nature as the guiding principle.

In figures

Hiking

  • Average duration/day: 5h30
  • Average distance/day: 20 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 539 m
  • Average daily descent: 540 m

Management

The digital roadbook is your travel companion.
Digital Roadbook
  1. Provision of a roadbook detailing the 3 days of walking with points of interest (GPX tracks provided)
  2. Hotline 7/7

Management

Security

All our trips are designed and managed in accordance with professional tourism standards and benefit from the guarantees associated with our registration with Atout France. Therefore, you can travel with complete confidence, knowing that we are a registered organization that complies with all regulatory requirements.

For your peace of mind, our trips also include suitable insurance coverage to protect you throughout your stay. We carefully select reliable itineraries and trusted partners, allowing you to fully enjoy your experience with complete peace of mind.
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Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
  • map

    Saverne - La Petite Pierre

    • Activity Hiking
    • Duration of the activity 6h
    • Distance 21 km
    • Positive elevation gain 689 m
    • Negative elevation 541 m
    • Accommodation Bed and Breakfast
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    Your stay begins in Saverne , the gateway to Alsace, with the first leg of your journey heading north towards Niederbronn-les-Bains along the GR 53. The route takes you to Graufthal , where you'll discover a local attraction with a visit to the Maison des Rochers (House of Rocks ), as well as the ruins of an abbey .

    You then continue your route, passing by the Raven's Rock and the Poets' Garden , before reaching the fortified town of La Petite Pierre . There you explore its castle , which now houses the headquarters of the Northern Vosges Regional Natural Park .

    At the end of the day, you can enjoy an included dinner with a 3-course menu or a set menu , ideal for recovering after this first immersion.

    Day 1

Note

All our routes can be shortened or lengthened, depending on your level and preferences. Contact us for adjustments and pricing. Accessible year-round depending on the weather, but ideal from March to November.

Accommodation

🏠 Bed and breakfast - Days 1 to 2
  • 🏠 Bed and breakfast - Days 1 to 2
  • 🏠 Bed and breakfast - Days 1 to 2
  • 🏠 Bed and breakfast - Days 1 to 2
  • 🏠 Bed and breakfast - Days 1 to 2
  • 🏠 Bed and breakfast - Days 1 to 2
  • 🏠 Bed and breakfast - Days 1 to 2
  • 🏠 Bed and breakfast - Days 1 to 2
  • 🏠 Bed and breakfast - Days 1 to 2
🏠 Bed and breakfast - Days 1 to 2

After each stage, return to the comfort of a welcoming guest room or a 3-star hotel depending on the package chosen, with the hospitality of your local hosts and delicious Alsatian breakfasts to start the day off right.


Photos are for illustrative purposes only. Subject to accommodation availability.


Access

Departure
Gare de Saverne, Saverne, France
Day 1 : 09h30
End of stay
Gare de Niederbronn-les-Bains
Day 3 - 10h00

This route starts at Saverne station and ends at Niederbronn-les-Bains station. This adventure is best undertaken departing from Paris by TGV on the morning of day 1 and returning to the capital on day 3 in the late afternoon.

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toSaverne

This adventure is best possible departing from Paris by TGV on the morning of day 1 and returning on day 3 at the end of the day to the capital.

Example: Friday morning, TGV departure from Paris at 6:52 am, arrival in Saverne at 9:15 am, start of the stay from the station. Return on Sunday evening, train from Niederbronn to Strasbourg and TGV at 8:03 pm, arrival in Paris at 11 pm.

Access by car
Travel to the place of stay Find out about parking options nearby

Price details

The price includes

  1. Accommodation in bed and breakfasts or 3-star hotels
  2. Half-board includes 2 dinners and 2 breakfasts
  3. Your heavy luggage (max 13kg per person) will be transported between the 3 stages. On the last day, it will be handed to you personally at the train station.
  4. Detailed travel documents (vouchers/exchange vouchers)
  5. The daily roadbook
  6. The GPX track of the route (for your hiking app on your phone)
  7. The entrance to Lichtenberg Castle
  8. The entrance to the Maison des Rochers in Graufthal
  9. The 7/7 telephone hotline
  10. Atout France guarantee included: secure booking and travel protection assured.

The price does not include

  1. Transportation to and from the meeting point.
  2. Tourist tax for the 2 nights (a few euros)
  3. The solo departure supplement is €120 (mandatory for all solo bookings).
  4. Picnics and snacks (a list of possible food outlets will be provided)

Options

You will be able to select these options when booking.
  1. Traveling with my dog : CHF36.59 / unit
  2. Enjoy a wellness massage : CHF73.18 / person
  3. Before your hike: Stay in a 3* hotel in Saverne (double room) : CHF68.61 / person
  4. After your hike: Stay overnight in a 3-star hotel in Niederbronn les Bains (double room) : CHF68.61 / person
  5. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities
Equipment

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CECILE

june 2026
Translated from French
First experience with Decathlon Travel and Trace. Ideal package (multi-day hiking trip). I recommend it.
Published on 19/06/2026

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CECILE

june 2026
Translated from French
First experience with Decathlon Travel and Trace. Ideal package (multi-day hiking trip). I recommend it.
Published on 19/06/2026
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The Isabel et/ou Marie Julie team

4/5 (4 reviews) • 8 stays
Our local partner is an online destination management company specializing in Vosges Mountains treks, offering self-guided hiking and mountain biking itineraries. Winner of the Alsace Tourism Trophy in 2023, they draw on 20 years of solid experience in customer service within the international tourism sector. With in-depth knowledge of the region, and particularly the Northern Vosges, our local partner designs original and expertly planned routes. Their expertise allows travelers to immerse themselves in the mid-mountain landscapes while benefiting from seamless logistics for a stress-free journey.
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