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Lac Blanc: 6 days in the Vosges mountains with guided snowshoe hikes

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Lac Blanc: 6 days in the Vosges mountains with guided snowshoe hikes

In summary

Sports

Snowshoeing
Duration
6 days
Level
Intermediate

Levels

Snowshoeing

Beginner

For those wishing to walk for 3 to 4 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, or trails, or across rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.

Intermediate

For those who wish to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of approximately 300 to 500 meters on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.

Confirmed

For those wishing to hike for approximately 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 500 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in sports activities 1 to 2 times 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 1,000 meters of elevation gain, off-trail or on rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports 2 to 3 times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.

Expert

For those who want to hike intensely for 7 to 8 hours a day with over 1,000 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.
Destination
Grand Est / Vosges
Age
From 16 - 90 years
CO₂-Emissions
87.77 kg CO2
Type of stay

This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.

Type of stay
In a group
Languages

🇩🇪
German

🇬🇧
English

In a few words

In the heart of the Vosges winter, embark on a snowshoe hike around Lac Blanc , between panoramic ridges and high, snow-covered pastures . Each day, you'll explore the wild landscapes of the High Vosges mountain passes , between silent forests, frozen clearings, and high-altitude lakes . This gentle, circular route, without changing accommodations, allows you to fully appreciate the diverse terrain offered by the Col du Calvaire area.

You'll be staying in the Kaysersberg Valley , in a welcoming 3-star hotel located in Orbey or Le Bonhomme . After your exertions, it's time to relax: a spa, sauna, heated pool , and wellness area await you each evening. The atmosphere is warm and authentic , complemented by local cuisine with influences from Alsace and the Vosges Mountains.

This stay is an active and rejuvenating break, combining unspoiled nature , the pleasure of sharing , and the discovery of regional heritage . A wonderful winter immersion to experience at your own pace, snowshoes on your feet.

The highlights

The traditional cuisine of the Vosges and Alsace
A 3-star hotel with spa and sauna in the Kaysersberg valley
2 lunches at a mountain farm inn

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Sport

Level

Snowshoeing

Intermediate

For those who wish to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of approximately 300 to 500 meters on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.

The expert's opinion

The hikes do not present any particular technical difficulty and are not intended as a sporting achievement. They are suitable for hikers in normal physical condition who are capable of hiking 10 to 15km in a day.

No snowshoeing experience is necessary.

Snow conditions are constantly changing: hard or soft, deep or stable, fast or sticky, they vary in ease of skiing. This unpredictable factor is an integral part of your stay and can affect your comfort level.

Since the amount of snowfall varies from year to year, especially at the beginning and end of the season, we recommend bringing your regular hiking boots if your snowshoeing equipment isn't suitable for both hiking and snowshoeing. In case of insufficient snow, the itinerary may be modified or completed on foot. The winter atmosphere and light will be present, even if you have to carry your snowshoes on your pack to reach the snow.

Walking times are given as a guide and vary according to the average level of the group.

It goes without saying that when snowshoeing, the estimated walking time is only a guideline. Experienced hikers on hard snow will find the times overestimated, while less experienced hikers on fresh snow will find them significantly underestimated.

In figures

Snowshoes

Average duration/day: 5h
Average distance/day: 11 km
Average daily elevation gain: 460 m
Average daily descent: 460 m

Hiking

Average duration/day: 2h
Average distance/day: 2 km
Average daily elevation gain: 290 m
Average daily descent: 290 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.

Band : 1 supervisor for 12 to 15 people

Languages spoken:

🇩🇪

German

🇬🇧

English

Guillaume

Guillaume is our favorite! He knows the Vosges and Alsace regions like the back of his hand. He'll happily accompany you and share the history of the area with you. He's not the only guide on this trip, so you might have the chance to hike with Romuald or Benoit.

You will be guided by a qualified mountain guide, an expert in the High Vosges. They will ensure the group progresses smoothly and share their knowledge of the mountain range. Your guide is experienced in group activities and is well-versed in snowshoeing techniques.

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Program

Day 1

Day 2

Day 3

Day 4

Day 5

Day 6

Welcome to the Vosges
- Transportation Minibus - 00h30 - 25km
- Accommodation 3-star hotel
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
If you are coming by train, the meeting point is at 5pm in Colmar, at the SNCF train station, with our guide for a transfer (in a private minibus, upon reservation at registration) to your accommodation.
If you are coming by car, the meeting point is at 6pm directly at the accommodation.
Accommodation for 5 nights in your lodging includes:
Heated swimming pool, sauna and spa to relax at the end of the day.
Introduction to the stay, relaxation in the wellness area… You are now ready to spend a wonderful stay in the Vosges!
Day 1
Johé's Seed Inn
- Transportation Minibus - 00h15 - 5km
- Activity Snowshoes
- Duration of the activity 5h30
- Distance 12 km
- Positive elevation gain 550 m
- Negative elevation 550 m
- Accommodation 3-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Transfer (5km) to the Bonhomme pass (949m).
A warm-up hike begins with this beautiful loop starting at the Col du Bonhomme and leading to the Col des Bagenelles at 900m altitude. Near the pass, the Graine Johé farm-inn, nestled on the southeast-facing slope overlooking the Val d'Argent, awaits you for your first meal at a mountain inn. The hike then climbs via the Col du Pré de Raves (1005m) to the Route des Crêtes (Crest Road). Return via the GR531 variant.
Stage: 12.5km - 5.5 to 6 hours of walking. Elevation gain/loss: 550m
Day 2
The Great Brézouard
- Transportation Minibus - 00h15 - 5km
- Activity Snowshoes
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Distance 9 km
- Positive elevation gain 430 m
- Negative elevation 430 m
- Accommodation 3-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Transfer (4.5km) to the Col des Bagenelles (903m).
A wild hike to the highest point in central Alsace! From the Col des Bagenelles (903m) via Le Haïcot (1070m), the summit of Grand Brézouard (1229m) will be the goal of this beautiful loop with 360° views. Your picnic lunch, enjoyed in the shelter of Petit Brézouard, will be prepared by your hotelier, a master restaurateur!

Stage 9km - 4 hours of walking. Elevation gain/loss: 430m
Day 3
Above the White and Black lakes, the Faing Grass
- Transportation Minibus - 00h15 - 5km
- Activity Snowshoes
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Distance 10 km
- Positive elevation gain 400 m
- Negative elevation 400 m
- Accommodation 3-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Transfer (4.5km) to the Col du Calvaire station (1,144 m).
Starting from the Col du Calvaire (1,144 m), a panoramic route to the Gazon du Faing (1,302 m) via the Hautes Chaumes and the Lacs Blanc and Noir.
Hot lunch at the Auberge du Gazon du Faing located below the Crête at an altitude of 1225m.
During periods of high winds, an alternative program may be offered.
10km stage - 5 hours of walking. M = D: 400m
Day 4
The head of the Fakes
- Transportation Minibus - 00h15 - 5km
- Activity Snowshoes
- Duration of the activity 4h30
- Distance 11 km
- Positive elevation gain 460 m
- Negative elevation 460 m
- Accommodation 3-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Transfer (4.5km) to the Col du Calvaire station (1,144 m).
Packed lunch and a hot soup prepared by your host, you're off to the starting point at La Chaume Jean Claude, ready for the chairlift that takes you to the top of the resort. From there, the trail climbs to the Tête des Faux (1219 m). You'll pass the Etang du Devin peat bog (926 m) and then walk back down to your accommodation! A stop at the Auberge de Blancrupt is also recommended, where you can enjoy a delicious meal.
Stage of 11km - 4h30 to 5h30 walking time. Elevation gain/loss: 460m
Day 5
Kaysersberg
- Transportation Minibus - 00h15 - 14km
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 2h
- Distance 2 km
- Positive elevation gain 290 m
- Negative elevation 290 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner not included
Transfer to the village of Kaysersberg (14km), on the way back.
A morning spent in the stunning medieval village of Kaysersberg, located on the Alsace Wine Route. We climbed the imperial castle, perched atop a hill at 290 meters altitude, via the 100-step staircase leading to the top of the keep. Enjoy the splendid view over the surrounding vineyards and the town below. We explored the town, with its many half-timbered houses and beautiful historic center; Kaysersberg possesses an irresistible charm.
Meal at the traditional inn, a winstub, in the village of Kaysersberg, "the most beautiful village in France".

End of stay in Kaysersberg around 2:30pm, and transfer to COLMAR with arrival at COLMAR SNCF train station around 3:30pm (by private minibus, upon reservation at registration)

Stage of 2 hours of walking. Distance (M) = Distance (D): 290m
Day 6

Note

Snow conditions: Snowshoeing requires, among other things, a sufficiently deep snowpack to ensure a pleasant experience. Your guide will take you to the areas with the best snow cover, but depending on the snow conditions, some routes may be on foot, meaning without snowshoes. One thing is certain: your guides know every nook and cranny of the area and will use all their experience to ensure you have a wonderful week in the mountains, enjoying the fresh mountain air.

Additional information: The program was established based on the latest information available at the time of writing and may be subject to change from year to year to ensure quality. Furthermore, circumstances beyond our control may alter the course of your trip (weather, road closures, canceled or delayed flights, strikes, local festivals, etc.). Our guides will do their best to adapt to these unforeseen events, drawing on their experience and professionalism.

Note regarding transfers: Depending on snow conditions and the location of your accommodation, transfers may be slightly modified, but will not exceed approximately 12km. (see the internal transfer section)

Accommodation

🏨 3-star hotel - Days 1 to 5

A charming 3-star hotel, classified as a "Logis" and "Maître Restaurateur," located in a Vosges village, offering double (1 double bed) or twin (2 single beds) rooms, equipped with shower and toilet. Individual bookings are grouped into twin rooms, unless you choose the supplement for a single room.

Access

Departure

Gare SNCF De Colmar

Day 1 : 17h00

End of stay

Kaysersberg

Day 6 - 14h30

Ends around 3:30pm at the SNCF train station in COLMAR, after the transfer by private shuttle.

Go to the starting point

Access by train

Take the train toGare SNCF de Colmar

Arrival at Colmar SNCF train station at 5pm. This trip is accessible by train; visit the SNCF website to book your tickets in advance! The journey takes 2 hours 30 minutes by train from Paris and 4 hours 20 minutes from Lyon.

Access by car

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

If you are coming by car, please specify your mode of access during registration.

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Price details

The price includes

Accommodation and full board from dinner on Day 1 to lunch on Day 6
2 takeaway meal baskets with individual thermoses of hot soup
2 lunches at a mountain inn
1 lunch at a restaurant in Kaysersberg
Supervision by a qualified mountain guide
Internal transfers for access to hiking trails (limited to 8 seats per minibus)
Access to the hotel's spa, sauna and heated swimming pool
Snowshoes and poles are available for loan (upon request).
Transfer from Colmar SNCF train station (included only with reservation)
The transfer of the J6 to the SNCF train station in Colmar

The price does not include

All personal expenses
Travel insurance

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4,8/5

(4 reviews)

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Carine

february 2026

Translated from French

A fantastic stay! The hotel and wellness area are excellent, both in terms of food (the meals are amazing, maybe even too much!) and relaxation (sauna, Finnish bath, swimming pool, and hammam). Guillaume (our guide) has extensive knowledge and adapts to the group perfectly. The trails are fantastic and easily accessible. The trip is very well organized (shuttles from the train station, transfers to the hikes, picnics). It's made me want to try a similar adventure somewhere else! Thank you :)

Published on 09/02/2026

Édith

february 2025

Translated from French

Snowshoeing trip in the Southern Vosges with Sud Rando. Their professionalism in organizing the trip was impeccable. Our guide, Guillaume, shared his extensive knowledge with us (fauna, flora, geography, geology, history...). Truly an unforgettable trip

Published on 12/03/2025

maryline

february 2025

Translated from French

Great stay but impossible to go snowshoeing due to the recurring lack of snow at this time of year and in this region.

Published on 16/02/2025

Decathlon Travel's response

Translated from French

Hello Maryline,

Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay, although we understand your disappointment regarding the lack of snow. As weather conditions are unpredictable, this can sometimes impact certain activities.

We hope that you were able to fully enjoy your experience and would be happy to see you again for a future adventure.

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Lac Blanc: 6 days in the Vosges mountains with guided snowshoe hikes