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Dwarves' Grotto – Ferrette Castle loop from Durmenach

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Dwarves' Grotto – Ferrette Castle loop from Durmenach

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Dwarves' Grotto – Ferrette Castle loop from Durmenach

04:33

15.1km

410m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 8, 2026

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 5.04 km for 557 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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5.63 km

Through rocks

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A small rocky gorge; you feel like you're in another world, very mystical.

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5.93 km

Dwarves' Plateau

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There is also a barbecue area here and just below the plateau you come to the hiking trail from Belfort and Mulhouse, the "Sentier de grande randonnée 532" or GR532.

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5.93 km

Grotte des Mains Trail

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6.36 km

Dwarves' Grotto

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The rocks of the Grotte des Nains form an impressive gorge, approximately 25 meters high. According to legend, the little women of the earth lived here with the Erdmanala (little …

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7.31 km

Aussichtsplateau Heideflüh

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Great view with multiple seating areas and fire pits.

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7.60 km

Loechle Rock

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The Plateau des Nains with its two vantage points Heideflüh and Erdwiebelenfelsen offers an ingenious view of the surrounding area. Here at the Heideflüh there is a grating on the …

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8.73 km

Ferrette Castle

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Ferrette originated from the County of Pfirt, founded in 1105. At its peak in the 15th century, the Château de Ferrette was built as one of the largest castles in …

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9.26 km

Saint Bernard of Menthon Church

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The church of Ferrette is one of the oldest churches in Alsace, remodeled and enlarged several times.
The base of the large tower could date back to Roman times, a …

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15.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.72 km

3.96 km

2.62 km

908 m

903 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.71 km

2.94 km

2.66 km

2.35 km

1.34 km

145 m

Elevation

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Highest point (620 m)

Lowest point (360 m)

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Wednesday 27 May

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Dwarves' Grotto – Ferrette Castle loop from Durmenach

Through rocks

Dwarves' Plateau

Grotte des Mains Trail

Dwarves' Grotto

Aussichtsplateau Heideflüh

Loechle Rock

Ferrette Castle

Saint Bernard of Menthon Church

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