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Mountain biking in the Vosges!

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced rider, you're sure to find something to suit you during your mountain biking session in the Vosges.

Around forty kilometres from Gérardmer and La Bresse, try your hand at mountain biking on the Lac Blanc circuits. Accompanied by a professional instructor, you' ll learn the rudiments of the sport against the backdrop of the Vosges countryside. Balance, braking and cornering are just some of the techniques you'll need to make the most of your mountain biking outings in the Vosges. Adults and children, everyone can try it!

Have you already mastered the art of mountain biking? Then your stay in the Vosges can be stepped up a gear! On a refresher course, collect jumps and hairpin bends before taking on the long, steep descents of the Vosges trails.

If you've already mastered the technique, now's the time to let yourself go! Starting at Lac Blanc, your instructor will guide you on a circuit as far as the village of Orbey. With its steep slopes and magnificent scenery, it's the perfect place to get your thrills (and photos!). With forest tracks and fun trails, this mountain bike outing in the Vosges promises to be a challenging and natural ride!

Massif des Vosges, La Bresse - Xonrupt-Longemer, vélo, couple devant lac de Longemer

Hiking and mountain biking in the Vosges

In the Vosges, hiking and mountain biking are the perfect way to get away from it all.

Between La Bresse and Mulhouse, hire an electric mountain bike for a memorable ride along the trails of the Vosges. From the Ballon d'Alsace to the magnificent Lac de Sewen, you'll be riding through a variety of landscapes. On a circuit of moderate difficulty, you can go at your own pace while enjoying your ride to the full: the electric assistance on your mountain bike means you can enjoy comfort without the effort. Perfect for soaking up the gentle atmosphere of the Vosges mountains!

Fancy an outing suitable for everyone? The circuits starting from Lac Blanc await you north of Gérardmer. With several kilometres of tracks, signposted paths and circuits for all levels, it's the perfect place to challenge yourself during your bike ride in the Vosges mountains! As a group, take an easy, fun trail, equipped with your hire mountain bikes. Adapted to the age and level of each person, they offer an unforgettable ride.

Looking for a thrill? Trails dotted with rocks, tight bends and steep slopes, high-level circuits are also available in the Vosges mountains!

A historic mountain bike ride in the Vosges

Do you want to combine exploring our heritage with a day out on your bike? The Massif des Vosges is the perfect place for a historical mountain bike session!

Starting out from La Petite-Pierre, explore the Vosges du Nord Regional Nature Park for a day... or more! Follow the route on your trusty electrically-assisted steed. Troglodyte houses, remnants of fortified castles and the Pagan Wall... There are many wonders to discover in the Vosges massif.

Need a break from your adventure? Leave your bike behind for a visit. Would you rather visit the Château de Lichtenberg or the Musée Lalique to complete your mountain bike adventure?

To explore the Hautes-Vosges, head to the nearby Gérardmer lake. Starting out from the village of Xonrupt-Longemer, enjoy a picturesque circuit that combines challenge with the pleasure of discovery. Equipped with your hire mountain bike, start your day with a loop around the beautiful Lac de Longemer or Lac de Gérardmer. The route then takes you up to Haut-du-Tôt, to admire the highest parish church in the Vosges. The views over the valley will make you want to spend more days mountain biking in the Vosges!

: The Vosges massif is located in north-eastern France. It is split between Lorraine and Alsace and is divided into several départements: Haut-Rhin, Bas-Rhin, Vosges, Moselle and Meurthe-et-Moselle. The main town in the area is Gérardmer.

: A destination rich in magnificent scenery, the Vosges is a particularly good place for a mountain bike outing. Whether it's a route up to the highest pass, a family trail around Lac de Longemer or a loop with plenty of thrills and changes in altitude, it all depends on your level and your desires!

Leaving from La Bresse or Gérardmer, discover the local heritage hidden amongst the trees.

In the Vosges du Nord Regional Park, look for the remains of fortified castles and troglodyte houses on a hike lasting one or more days.

To find out all you need to know about local history, don't hesitate to enlist the help of a guide, who can help you both with the handling of your mountain bike and the route to take. You'll be sure to enjoy a unique ride that perfectly combines thrills and discoveries of the surrounding area!

: If the Vosges mountains are rich in nature, they're also rich in culture! Whether you're an experienced sportsman or a keen rambler, mountain biking is the perfect way to discover all its secrets.

Here's a non-exhaustive list of Vosges heritage sites and landscapes to include on your mountain bike tour:

- Lichtenberg castle
- The village of Kaysersberg
- The village of Riquewihr
- The town of Vittel
- The town of Contrexéville
- The town of Épinal
- Lake Gérardmer
- Lake Longemer
- La Bresse- Hohneck resort
- Lac Blanc resort

: You don't need to be a seasoned sportsman to enjoy some memorable mountain biking in the Vosges mountains! Whatever your level of fitness, you're sure to find a route to suit you. From the routes starting at Lac Blanc to those in the Hautes-Vosges, not forgetting the circuits in the Vosges du Nord Regional Nature Park, you'll be spoilt for choice for your mountain biking day out.

If you're a beginner or a family rider, opt for a green or blue signposted route with a gentle gradient. For an even more leisurely ride, you can even hire an electrically-assisted mountain bike.

Are you a bit more adept at mountain biking? The red and black signposted routes are perfect for a challenging ride. Tight bends, obstacles on the trails and technical descents are just some of the thrills on offer. If you want to train and work out, you can also choose the bike park circuits, dedicated solely to mountain biking.

: Many towns in the Vosges have signposted trails and bike parks where you can train. Here are a few examples of towns in the Massif des Vosges where you can try out mountain biking:

- Gérardmer
- La Bresse
- Xonrupt-Longemer
- Ventron
- Bussang
- Saint-Maurice-sur-Moselle
- Le Valtin
- Cornimont
- Liézey
- La Petite-Pierre
- Lac Blanc resort

: What could be better than taking some Vosges specialities with you on a picnic when you go mountain biking? As rich in nature as it is in delicacies, the Vosges has a unique terroir to discover on your trip to the Grand Est! Here are a few Vosges specialities to pack in your basket:

- Quiche Lorraine
- Munster Géromé cheese
- Lorraine pâté
- Tofailles
- Vosges salad
- Kneffes
- Blueberry tart