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hiking in the Vosges

Hiking in the Vosges

Shipments to France
The Vosges
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3 days | 2 nights

For 3 days, you will be immersed in a trek in the heart of the Vosges, intoxicated by the scents of the forest and the breathtaking landscapes that are offered to you. After days of walking through the dense Vosges forest, you will regain your strength over a good local meal that you will enjoy with your group. In the evening, you will sleep one night in a real Mongolian yurt and the next night in a typical refuge of the region.

Throughout the trek, you can walk along a steep ridge that offers a panoramic view of the Honneck massif, where majestic peaks stand out against the blue sky. You will have the opportunity to learn more about the exceptional fauna and flora of this unique region of France, where chamois, deer and foxes live together in harmony.

During this expedition, you will be accompanied by François-Xavier, a passionate guide who will make you discover nature from a new angle, giving you an immersive and unforgettable experience. Breathe deeply the pure air of the Vosges and let yourself be carried away by the beauty of this preserved nature.

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  • From 21 to 23 July 2023

    440€

    8 seats available

    4 to confirm

  • From 4 to 6 August 2023

    440€

    8 seats available

    4 to confirm

  • From 1 to 3 September 2023

    440€

    8 seats available

    4 to confirm

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Your adventure day by day

Day 1

Day 1 | D+: 450m | 14 km | Accommodation: Yurt | Meals included: lunch, dinner

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We start from the lake of Gérardmer to go quickly into the Vosges forest and cut ourselves off from civilisation for 3 days. We will cross the hamlet of Bas-Rupts before arriving at a small wild valley, where 2 yurts await us for our first night, via the Creusegoutte waterfall.

What to expect

  • Stops at two waterfalls (Saut de la bourrique and Cascade de Creusegoutte)
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  • Several beautiful views
  • Group meeting
  • Start of the walk

Day 2

Day 2 | D+ : 750m to 800m | 17 to 18 km km | Accommodation : Refuge | Meals included : breakfast, lunch, dinner. 

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We leave the Creusegoutte valley on a forest path leading to the Grosse Pierre pass (954m). Then we take a ridge path on the edge of the forest, offering a magnificent view of the Chajoux valley. We then descend through the forest to the Tourbière de Lispach lake, which we walk along before reaching a viewpoint over the Longemer lake.

Then, we head for the col des Feignes sous Vologne before starting the final climb to the refuge du Sotré (1200m).

What to expect

  • Trek through small forest roads
  • Breathtaking 360 view of the Honneck massif
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  • Meeting a small ridge path on the edge of the forest
  • View on the lake Longemer

Day 3

Day 3 : D+ : 400 to 450m | 12km | Meals included : breakfast, lunch, dinner

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We will start from the Sotré refuge to reach the summit of the Hohneck, offering a 360° view. Then we will follow the Vosges ridge with panoramic views of Alsace and the Black Forest. The itinerary will be adapted according to the time of return desired by the group and the guide.

What to expect

  • Hohneck summit
  • 360° view of the Vosges
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  • End of stay

What level should you expect

Level 1
Quiz level

Level 1: An expedition for anyone who is interested in hiking in the wilderness:

  • Be able to carry a backpack of 5 to 7kg
  • Practice an endurance sport at least 1X per week
  • Be able to walk for several hours at a time (between 3 and 4 hours a day) with an average height difference of 380m +.

What the price includes

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Hosting

You will have the opportunity to spend your first night in a nomadic habitat par excellence, a real Mongolian yurt with a wood stove.

For the second night of your stay, you will sleep one night in a typical refuge of the region.

 

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Your guide

Throughout your stay, you will be supervised by a certified guide who is passionate about trail running and hiking.

François-Xavier has been a mountain guide for over 10 years. He will help you discover the Hohneck region in a sporty and natural way.

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Restoration

The refuge and the gîte have a tasty kitchen to offer you local meals to help you discover the specialities of the Vosges mountains.

All meals are included and will be enjoyed in a warm mountain atmosphere.

 

What is not included

  • Journey to the meeting point
  • Personal consumption
  • Transport from our point of separation
  • Everything not included in "What's included".

The equipment

Once your registration has been confirmed, we will send you a complete list of the equipment you need to bring with you.
Here's an overview:

  • Bagpack approx. 30 litres - can be rented
  • Walking boot
  • Cap/hat
  • Reusable bottle 1 L min
  • Hiking pants/shorts
  • 2 pairs of hiking socks
  • Sunglasses
  • Your clothes for the trek
  • Small first aid kit (sun cream)
  • Survival blanket
  • Walking sticks

How to get there

By car
Car

The starting point (Lac de Gérardmer) is a 5-hour drive from Brussels.

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Train

You can either take a train to Saint-Dié-Des-Vosges station and then finish with a 1 hour bus ride.

The guides who will accompany you

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François-Xavier

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The Vosges

Only a 5-hour drive from Brussels and 4 hours from Paris, the Vosges massif invites you to escape into the heart of nature where the fauna and flora is still well preserved. Whatever the season, this still well-protected natural park has an infinite variety of experiences to offer.
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Our answers to your questions

How many kilometres will we cover in total?

You will cover about 45km in total in 3 days of trekking, with an average of about 10km per day.

Do I need to be a hiker to participate?

To participate in this expedition, you need to feel comfortable walking an average of 12km per day for 3 days in a row.

Is the height difference difficult?

The average difference in altitude is 500m+, with one day where we will have a strong difference in altitude reaching 750m+, and others where we will be around 450+. So it's variable throughout the trip.

Will we sleep in single beds?

Yes, both at the Sotré refuge and in the yurt you will have individual beds but you will sleep in dormitories.

Will we have to carry our backpack the whole time?

Yes, but these should not exceed 5-7 kg.

Can children participate in this trip?

This expedition includes quite long days with many differences in altitude. We do not recommend this expedition for young children. However, teenagers from 14 years of age are welcome.

I don't have a car, do you offer any alternatives for the journey?

Yes of course, it is possible to get there by train. Go to the station of Saint-dié-Des-Vosges and then finish with a 1 hour bus ride.

I don't have all the necessary equipment specified in the list, what should I do?

No problem, don't hesitate to contact us and we will find a solution together.

I still have more questions about this trip, what can I do?

No problem, for any other question, don't hesitate to come and have a look at our super complete FAQ, which you can find here.

I would like to pay in instalments, is that possible?

Yes, of course. We can spread your payment for the registration to the shipment in 2 or 3 times. Do not hesitate to contact us via this link to receive payment information in instalments.

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The adventure in pictures

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