Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: January 14, 2026

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Parc naturel régional des Ballons des Vosges

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Start point

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873 m

Lake Alfeld

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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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1.20 km

Rundkopf Waterfall

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Impressive waterfall. But it's not always there.

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1.84 km

Shelter

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1.87 km

Schahling Chalet

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A 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 shovel.
The stove works …

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2.92 km

Valley view

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A stunning view down the valley, here you can sit quietly on the rocks and let the view to work

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2.93 km

View of the Valley and Lakes in Parc Naturel Régional des Ballons des Vosges

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Super difficult hike but the nature is amazing.

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2.93 km

View of Lac d'Alfred

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4.20 km

Col de Ronde Tête

Mountain Pass

5.15 km

Ballon d'Alsace

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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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11.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.86 km

1.80 km

1.48 km

103 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.19 km

2.35 km

902 m

598 m

184 m

116 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,220 m)

Lowest point (620 m)

Weather

Thursday 5 March

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