Lake Alfeld – Ballon d'Alsace loop from Sewen

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Lake Alfeld – Ballon d'Alsace loop from Sewen

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Lake Alfeld – Ballon d'Alsace loop from Sewen

02:44

18.5km

860m

Running

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

Last updated: August 11, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Parc naturel régional des Ballons des Vosges

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3.29 km

Lake Alfeld

Highlight • Lake

Beautiful dam lake. Although swimming is prohibited in the summer, in good weather the riparian area is very crowded and many people bathe in the lake or jump into the lake from the dam.

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3.81 km

Viewpoint

4.15 km

Schahling Chalet

Highlight • Mountain Hut

A very beautiful cabin with character and a splendid view. Inside, two wood saws are available at the time of writing. There is also a brush and pan.
The stove …

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6.44 km

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7.45 km

Tête Ronde (Rundkopf)

Highlight • Summit

The round head, whose panel still indicates the old German name Rundkopf, culminates at 1,117 meters above sea level. On the small lawn at the top you find the possibility …

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7.47 km

Rundkopf summit and picnic table

Highlight • Other

8.06 km

Col de Ronde Tête

Mountain Pass

9.02 km

Ballon d'Alsace

Highlight • Summit

If you do not like to go for long hikes, you have the opportunity to walk from the car park and enjoy the wonderful view from the top. The "climb" …

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13.1 km

Wissgrut

Highlight • Summit

The Wissgrut is a large summit in the Vosges mountains, culminating at an altitude of 1,124 meters. From this height, you benefit from a magnificent panorama over the entire Vosges …

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