Sporting hike at the Balcons des Lacs

From the top of the vertiginous summits of the Vosges, admire an exceptional panorama on the mountain forests and on the lakes, below. An aerial hike of about 12 km and 450 m of difference in altitude, will lead you to the most beautiful viewpoints of these picturesque landscapes.

The circuit starts with a very aerial part, from the Col du Calvaire. Nestled at an altitude of 1,144 m on the route des crêtes, it is one of the highest passes in the massif. It is located near the high memorial sites where the violent confrontations of the first war took place. Your guide will be able to add local legends to your hike to teach you more about the area.

The route then crosses the cornice, which overlooks Lac Blanc. Granite boulders are scattered along the trail, offering many views of the mountains and the lake. You will probably see chamois, emblems of the Vosges fauna, in the surroundings. Keep your eyes open, these small mountain mammals like to camouflage themselves. But Alexandre TROESCH, your expert guide of nature and territory, will surely help you to spot them.

The route then goes along the ski area of the Lac Blanc resort before continuing in the heart of the Tanet-Gazon du Faing nature reserve. It will allow you to discover the rich biodiversity of the high Vosges. Fauna, flora, stubble fields, peat bogs, you will see all the colors. On this last portion, the panorama widens. You will be able to enjoy a 360° view on the Vosges, especially on the valleys of Kaysersberg and Munster.