Scherwiller · 67
Peaks and mountains
Rittersberg Massif
This massif is home to the Ramstein Castle (1293) and Ortenbourg Castle (1262-1265) and has been protected since 1990 for its remarkable wildlife and plant life.
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Masevaux-Niederbruck · 68
Peaks and mountains
Rossberg Massif
The Ballon d'Alsace chaumes offer stunning views of the Thur and Doller valleys. Once home to wild horses, these lands now host pastures with cows, sheep, and horses, along with remnants of vanished farms.
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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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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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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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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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Reichsfeld · 67
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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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Saales · 67
Peaks and mountains
Voyemont
The summit of Voyemont, at 793 meters altitude, is topped by the Fairy Rock. Legend says a magical bridge once connected this place to Solamont before collapsing, leaving rocky traces on their slopes.
Discover this placeOsenbach · 68
Peaks and mountainsHeathlands
Bickenberg Hill
The Bickenberg, a Vosges hill rising between 400 and 500 meters, is a limestone plateau with steep edges, protected since 1965. It hosts rare flora, dry heathlands, and human remains like steinrudel, piles of stones from field clearing.
Discover this placeLa Vancelle · 67
Peaks and mountainsLookouts
Chalmont Massif
This 704 m massif overlooks La Vancelle and fascinates with its legendary sandstone blocks. Crossed by the GR 532 trail, it offers hikes to iconic sites and panoramic views over the Liepvrette valley.
Discover this placeSoultzeren · 68
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Le Tanet Passionately...
Le Tanet in the Vosges offers year-round nature activities: hiking, reindeer farm visits, sledding, or snowshoeing in winter. Relax afterward at a farm inn to savor local specialties.
Discover this placeWesthalten · 68
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Strangenberg Hill
Strangenberg Hill in the Vosges has a contrasting climate: humid at altitude and dry in Westhalten, where summer storms offset dryness. This diversity supports remarkable flora adapted to varied slopes, from moist hedgerows to dry steppe grasslands.
Discover this placeLutzelhouse · 67
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The Rocher de Mutzig
Perched at 1008 m altitude, the Rocher de Mutzig offers a 360° panoramic view of the Bruche valley and nearby massifs like Donon and Schneeberg. Its summit formations of puddingstones, sandstone, and pebbles make it a remarkable geological site.
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