Agence Régionale du Tourisme Grand Est

From Saint-Dié-des-Vosges to Raon-l’Étape, this route guarantees a cultural and natural immersion in the Vosges region. As its name suggests, this adventure takes you to the summits of the various rocky promontories of the Madeleine massif, offering spectacular panoramic views.



Between these natural viewpoints

This loop, which can be completed in three to four days, harmoniously combines rocky promontories with breathtaking views, remarkable heritage sites, and places of remembrance such as the Fontenelle necropolis. In addition to these must-see sites, the route crosses numerous forests.



Starting in the town

This riverside adventure follows the Vologne River, connecting Bruyères, the Vosges forests, mountain lakes, and picturesque villages. The four-day route traverses a remarkable diversity of natural environments, landscapes, and atmospheres.



The trail begins in the heart of Bruyères, where the Avison Tower

This route offers a two- or three-day micro-adventure that leads from the Valley of the Lakes to one of the highest peaks in the Vosges Mountains. The trail immerses you in dense forests, then peaceful clearings, before climbing to higher altitudes along superb ridge paths.



From Gérardmer, the trail heads

This route is for true mountain biking enthusiasts. Its distance, elevation gain, and natural setting make it a challenging ride.



The loop starts at the Pottaschkopf refuge, at the foot of the Grand Wintersberg, the highest peak in the Northern Vosges. But rather than tackling the ascent, the route begins

This rather long loop remains accessible thanks to its very smooth and mostly paved terrain. Amateur and experienced cyclists alike can take the time to discover the local history, marked by the Battle of the Argonne. The region is full of traces of this last offensive by the Allied forces before the

This short loop, free of singletrack, is perfect for gravel riding. Besides beautiful, flowing forest trails, the route offers a journey through the region's history. Marked by military fortifications and memorials, it bears the weight of the First World War.



The first notable site you'll encounter is

This accessible loop is perfect for a leisurely mountain bike or gravel ride. The terrain and elevation changes present no real difficulties, apart from a short climb near the end.



The route starts in the charming town of Phalsbourg, fortified by Vauban. For the first third of the route, you'll ride through

The aim of this loop is simple: to walk around Lake Pierre-Percée, a small Lorraine gem nestled in the foothills of the Vosges Mountains. The route is relatively short, fairly easy for the first part before becoming more hilly towards the end. The terrain is almost entirely natural, following paths and