Steinbach · 68
Waterfalls
The Erzenbach Waterfall
In Steinbach, the Erzenbach waterfall, hidden in the forest near the Silberthal Clearing, is named after the ore stream in Alsatian. A marked trail leads there through the forest.
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Haguenau · 67
Forests
The Exceptional Forest® of Haguenau
Haguenau Forest, France’s sixth largest lowland forest, offers walks, activities, and relaxation. Gros-Chêne, the site’s heart, features playgrounds, picnic spots, and dining. Accessible walking and cycling trails wind through this green lung.
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La Petite-Pierre · 67
ViewpointsGardens
The Garden of Poets
In a rural setting, this place offers a remarkable view of the old town of La Petite-Pierre. The departure is from the Tourist Office, taking the Altenbourg path to reach the Garden of Poets, a source of inspiration and events.
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Bourg-Bruche · 67
Springs
The Hang Clearing
The Bruche river rises at the foot of Climont (966 m) and crosses the Hang clearing, where glassmakers settled from 1723 before moving to Baccarat. The Hang later thrived thanks to Mennonite farmers, innovative breeders, with some families still living in the valley.
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Grendelbruch · 67
Nature and landscapes
The Hohbühl Signal
The Hohbühl Signal, at 753 m altitude, overlooks Grendelbruch and offers an exceptional panorama of the Vosges Mountains and the Alsace plain. Starting point for hiking, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing.
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Munster · 68
Peaks and mountains
The Hohneck
The Hohneck, the second highest peak in the Vosges at 1,364 m, dominates the ridge between Alsace and Lorraine. Its trails attract hikers and chamois, while its panorama spans valleys, the Black Forest, and sometimes the Alps.
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Mutzig · 67
Remarkable trees
The Lime Tree Remarkable Tree of Bas-Rhin
The century-old lime tree in the courtyard of the Notre-Dame de Lorette Chapel impresses with its 3.80 m circumference trunk and 29 m height after three centuries of existence.
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Manspach · 68
PondsFishing sites
The Lutterholtz Pond of Manspach
This 60-are pond, nestled between Manspach and Romagny, offers peace and tranquility. Open mid-March to mid-October, it allows carp and small fish fishing on Wednesdays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. Access via GR 532 from Manspach. Daily permit €8 at Mr. Biechlin.
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Aspach-Michelbach · 68
Nature reserves
The Michelbach Dam and Nature Reserve
This dam, built between 1979 and 1982, regulates the groundwater and supplies drinking water to the Mulhouse area. Protected as a nature reserve, it features a 4 km walking trail to observe birds and Vosges landscapes.
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Munster · 68
Peaks and mountains
The Petit Ballon - Munster Valley
The Petit Ballon, at 1,250 meters in the Munster Valley, is reachable from Wasserbourg, Luttenbach, or Sondernach. Several hikes lead there, including a 1h15 loop or a 20-minute climb to admire the valleys. Farm inns are accessible by foot or car.
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Thann · 68
Nature and landscapes
The Rangen Cross
The Rangen Cross, a nine-meter-tall white cast iron structure, overlooks the steep vineyards of Thann. Erected in 1900 on an Alsatian hill, it replaces an old wooden cross and offers an exceptional panorama accessible via a 2.5-hour vineyard trail.
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Levoncourt · 68
Remarkable rocksNatural viewpoints
The Raven's Rock and the Witch's Rock
Perched above Levoncourt, the Raven's Rock (735 m) offers an open view of the Morimont castle ruins and the Vosges, while the Witch's Rock, near the Ebourbettes farm, overlooks the upper Largue valley and the Swiss Ajoie.
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Plaine · 67
Peaks and mountains
The Rock of La Chatte Pendue
La Chatte Pendue, at 899 m altitude, offers breathtaking views of the Champ du Feu massif, the Climont, and the Donon. Its unusual name, stemming from a linguistic deformation, has intrigued people for centuries.
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Ferrette · 68
Lookouts
The Rossberg Tower
The Rossberg Tower, built in 1906 by the Club Vosgien, now stands 20 m tall. Its summit offers an exceptional panorama of the Jura, Black Forest, Vosges, and, in clear weather, the Bernese Alps. Accessible by a 20-minute walk from Ferrette.
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Sondernach · 68
Peaks and mountainsViewpoints
The Rothenbachkopf
The Rothenbachkopf, a Vosges summit at 1,316 m, overlooks the Wildenstein and Mittlach valleys. Its high-altitude grasslands and wide panoramas make it a popular spot for hikers.
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Wattwiller · 68
WaterfallsForests
The Siehlbaechle Waterfall
In Wattwiller, near Hartmannswillerkopf, follow the Siehlbaechle stream to discover its waterfall from a footbridge. This torrential stream originates at Molkenrain and passes through the village before reaching the local bottling plant.
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Kirchberg · 68
Springs
The Source of the Doller
Kirchberg is named after its church perched on a moraine. The source of the Doller, at 922 m altitude, feeds this river crossing several Haut-Rhin communes, including Mulhouse, with untreated water of impeccable quality.
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Winkel · 68
Springs
The Source of the Ill
The Ill river begins in Winkel, in the Alsatian Jura, at 600 m altitude. A sculpture by Anne Rochette celebrates its birth, and the site invites visitors to stroll and discover the surroundings.
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Masevaux-Niederbruck · 68
Observation towers
The Sudel Observatory
After 1871, Alsace was annexed by Germany. In 1911, a German observatory was built on the Sudel to monitor Belfort. Sabotaged in 1913, it was rebuilt then destroyed at the start of World War I.
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Cernay · 68
RiversProtected natural areas
The Wild Thur
Between Vieux-Thann and Cernay, the Thur river flows freely in several arms, creating gravel islets and wetlands during floods. A fish slide and diverse vegetation make it a protected natural area worth preserving.
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Richtolsheim · 67
Oxbow lakes
The Wooggraben Reedbed
This preserved natural site in the Ried, a former dead arm of the Rhine, offers a refuge for local wildlife and plants. Self-guided visits with a brochure available, accessible from Richtolsheim towards Schoenau.
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Reichsfeld · 67
Peaks and mountains
Ungersberg
The Ungersberg massif, reaching 901 meters, offers breathtaking views over the Alsace plain and the Vosges. Its mineral-rich subsoil supported historic mining, while its biodiversity is remarkable.
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Oberhaslach · 67
Viewpoints
Viewpoint at the Ruins of Hohenstein
Panoramic viewpoint freely accessible near the ruins of Hohenstein Castle, with several hiking trails including the one recommended by the Molsheim-Mutzig Regional Tourist Office.
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Dinsheim-sur-Bruche · 67
Viewpoints
Viewpoint from Schiebenberg
The statue of Notre-Dame de Schiebenberg overlooks the village of Dinsheim-sur-Bruche and offers a panorama of the Bruche Valley, accessible in 2 hours round-trip walk from the village center.
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