Grand Ballon – Markstein loop from Neuf-Brisach

Grand Ballon – Markstein loop from Neuf-Brisach

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Grand Ballon – Markstein loop from Neuf-Brisach

05:40

120km

1,310m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 56.0 km for 6.75 km

Closed: • November-April (otherwise open)

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.87 km

Colmar Gate

Highlight • Historical Site

Neuf Brisach has four city gates, each at a 90-degree angle to each other. Only two of the old city gates survived: the Belfort Gate and the Colmar Gate. This …

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37.1 km

Ascent from Soultz to Col du Grand Ballon

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

The route from Soultz via the Col Amic to the Grand Ballon is the quietest option and leads pleasantly through shady forest on a small, winding road.

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55.8 km

View of the Black Forest from Grand Ballon

Highlight • Viewpoint

One of the most beautiful views of the Grand Ballon!

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55.9 km

Grand Ballon

Highlight • Summit

The Col du Grand Ballon from Moosch is 12.6 km long with a total drop of 949 m. The average gradient is 7.6% with maximum gradients of 14.5%. There are …

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57.3 km

Haag Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

The Route des Crêtes, or the Vosges ridge road, is one of the most impressive mountain roads in France. The scenic Route des Crêtes runs along the main ridge of …

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63.2 km

Magnificent viewpoint on the Route des Crêtes, located at the crossroads of the east-west and north-south roads, near the Grand Ballon.

A renowned farm inn is located nearby, ideal for a lunch break between two cycling trips.

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67.3 km

Lake Lauch

Highlight • Lake

This is one of the most easily accessible lakes in the Vosges by car, taking the same road as that leading to the Markstein. Ideal for a family picnic, it …

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71.3 km

Réserve biologique dirigée de Guebwiller

Nature Reserve

120 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

113 km

4.87 km

1.04 km

733 m

249 m

Surfaces

108 km

11.3 km

353 m

202 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 11 October

19°C

5°C

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Comments

August 24, 2024,Rennradtour von Fessenheim über den Gran Ballon (1.000 Meter Anstieg von Sulz zur Passhöhe)

Highest point is not correct. The pass is 1,343 m high. The second peak is a mirage. I had to wait there for 1 1/2 hours because of a motorcycle accident before I could finally continue. I like this mountain. Always a challenge, but I have never regretted it.

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August 15, 2024,Grißheim-le Markstein-Grand Ballon-Munchhouse

Long, extensive tour over the Grand Ballon with Markstein. You should pack enough water and food. At Markstein you can refill in the restaurant. Sufficient strength and stamina are also essential for the long climb. The descent leads partly over cobblestones and through tight bends, which requires appropriate riding technique.

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