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A hiking trail through a green forest, with two hikers preparing their equipment. The woman, wearing light clothing and carrying a rucksack, is looking back, while the man, wearing shorts, is looking forward.
A picturesque waterfall cascades down a rocky surface covered in green moss. The surrounding area is lush and wooded, with ferns and a variety of plants adding colour to the landscape.
A vast mountain landscape with grassy and rocky slopes, stretching out under a partly cloudy sky. Shades of green and brown dominate the ground, while silhouettes of walkers can be seen on the horizon.
A dirt path bordered by greenery winds through a hilly landscape. One person is walking with his back turned, carrying a large rucksack and using hiking poles. The sky is partly cloudy
A mountain hiking trail, with two people walking side by side. The atmosphere is peaceful, with a vast view of the valley stretching out in the background, surrounded by hills and
A young woman, wearing a red tank top and black shorts, is leaning against a rock overlooking a vast mountain landscape. She gazes into the distance, contemplating the lush green valleys and
A wooden chalet is set on a hill overlooking a green valley and a lake. The chalet has several storeys, with a wooden balcony running the length of the chalet. In the distance, mountains and forests
A group of four people gather around a campfire in the middle of nowhere. Two of them are sitting on benches, while two others are standing by the barbecue, cooking slices of
A horse with long, soft manes stands in a green field. His coat is a light, almost golden hue, contrasting with the dark depths of the forest in the background. The landscape is made up of
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Hiking

Itinerant Hiking in the Vosges mountains

April to September
3 days| 2 nights
Level 2
Eco-score 4/5

What you will experience

An itinerant hike of 15 km a day through majestic landscapes such as the summit of the Hohneck and the Col de la Schulcht.
Discover the flora and fauna of the Vosges with your local mountain guide.
The first night in a family-run gîte and the second in an isolated mountain refuge, where the atmosphere is authentically mountain.
Escape to the heart of the Vosges mountains for a weekend, between coniferous forests and panoramic views over the Alsace plains.

Itinerary

DAY 1 / 3
Distance
18 km
D+
600m
Hosting
Gîte
We'll meet at Lac de Gérardmer at 10am, where you'll meet the group and your guide. After the briefing, we'll head off into the Vosges forest to cut ourselves off from civilisation for 3 days, crossing the hamlet of Bas-Rupts before arriving in a small, wild valley, where our family gîte, run by Laurence, will be waiting for us for our first night, via the Creusegoutte waterfall.
DAY 2 / 3
Distance
20km
D+
900m
Night
Refuge
We set off from the Creusegoutte valley along a forest track leading to the Col de Grosse Pierre (954m), where we follow a ridge path along the edge of the forest, offering magnificent views over the Chajoux valley. We then descend through the forest to the Tourbière de Lispach lake, which we skirt before reaching a viewpoint overlooking Lac de Longemer. We then head for the Col des Feignes sous Vologne before making the final ascent to the refuge, where we spend our 2nd night.
DAY 3 / 3
Distance
18km
D+
400m
From the refuge, we climb to the summit of the Hohneck, which offers 360° views, then follow the Vosges ridge with panoramic views over Alsace and the Black Forest. The itinerary will be adapted according to the return time requested by the group and the guide. The expedition ends at Etang des Dames, where a shuttle will pick us up to take us back to Lac de Gérardmer.

The guides who will lead your adventure

Guide François-Xavier - Intermediate mountain leader (AMM)

François-Xavier

Intermediate mountain leader (AMM)

FrenchFrench

I've been a mountain guide for around fifteen years now, and my passion for the mountains and nature in all its forms has led me to explore the Vosges massif. And of course, the idea is to be able to share with others in and around this magical environment. With a magnificent office like mine (even if the ceiling sometimes leaks 🙂 ), it would be a shame not to make the most of it!

Find out more about François-Xavier

What's included in the price

Included

Accommodation: Your first night will be spent in Laurence's comfortable family gîte. On the second night of your stay, you'll spend the night in a mountain refuge typical of the region.
Supervision: Throughout your stay, you'll be supervised by François-Xavier, an experienced guide with a passion for trail running and hiking.
Catering: All meals are included from Friday evening to Sunday lunchtime. All meals are local, so you can discover the specialities of the Vosges mountains.
Return transfer: We'll arrange a transfer on the last day of your stay to take you back to the car park in Gérardmer where we started the hike.

Not included

Transport to the meeting point
Your personal consumption
Everything that is not included in "What the price includes".

What level should you expect

Level 2
  • This expedition is for anyone who enjoys hiking in the great outdoors.
  • You are not afraid to carry a rucksack weighing between 5 and 7kg for 3 days of hiking (no portage planned).
  • Be able to walk for several hours at a time (between 4 and 5 hours a day) with an average difference in altitude of 500m +.
  • Want to spend 3 days cut off from civilisation on the summits of the Vosges mountains.

Getting there

Start: Lake Gérardmer (10h)
End: Lake Gérardmer (15h)

Transport

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You can drive to Gérardmer and leave your car in the free car park where we'll be meeting.

If you don't have a car, you should know that we're encouraging car-pooling between participants by creating a WhatsApp group 15 days before the start: an opportunity to get to know each other before you even start your expedition!

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You can drive to Gérardmer and leave your car in the free car park where we'll be meeting.

If you don't have a car, you should know that we're encouraging car-pooling between participants by creating a WhatsApp group 15 days before the start: an opportunity to get to know each other before you even start your expedition!

How to register

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Step 1

Choose your departure date and number of participants

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Step 2

Book online by paying a deposit or the full amount directly. It is also possible to book by telephone by calling +32 474 97 09 38 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm).
  • If the minimum number of participants is reached, departure is confirmed!
  • If the minimum number of participants is not reached, we will give you a full refund.
Departure is confirmed 15 days in advance for adventures lasting more than 4 days. Departure is confirmed 7 days prior to departures of less than 4 days.
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Step 3

In the case of a deposit, the remaining amount will be debited from your account before departure.

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The opinions of our participants who have placed their trust in us

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to be a good hiker to take part?

To take part in this expedition, you need to feel comfortable walking an average of 18km a day for 3 days in a row.

Will we have to carry our rucksack the whole way?

Yes, but these should not exceed 5 to 7 kg as you will be sleeping in a gîte on the 1st night and in a comfortable refuge with everything you need for a good night's sleep.

Can children take part in this expedition?

This expedition involves fairly long days with a fair amount of ascent and descent. We do not recommend this expedition for young children. However, teenagers aged 14 and over are welcome.

I don't have a car. Do you offer any alternatives for the journey?

Yes, of course, you can get there by train. You can go as far as Saint-dié-Des-Vosges station and then take the bus for a further 1 hour.

I'd like to pay in instalments. Is that possible?

Yes, of course. We can spread your payment over 2 or 3 instalments. Don't hesitate to contact us for details of how to pay by instalments.

⛈ What happens if the metreo is wrong?

If the weather is bad but does not represent a danger to participants during the expedition, the activity will continue. If the weather becomes dangerous, the activity will be cancelled and replaced by an alternative offered by our professional guides.

Can I privatise this expedition for my group?

Yes, all our expeditions can be privatised for a group already formed on the dates of your choice. To make a privatisation request, go to the expedition of your choice and privatise it using the button under the "see departures" button.

What is included in the price of a DiscoveRent shipment?

At Wildhartt, we attach particular importance to price transparency for our shipments. Our approach is based on a clear breakdown of costs, aimed at providing a better understanding of the elements included in the total amount. Here's how we allocate the percentages:

  • 30% for our guides: We believe that our experienced guides play a crucial role in the success of each activity. That's why we make sure we allocate a significant proportion to pay for their expertise and supervision.
  • 35% for accommodation and food: We consider comfortable accommodation and quality food to be essential elements of an enriching experience.
  • 10% for equipment and transport: The safety and comfort of our participants is paramount. With this part of the total amount, we can guarantee that the equipment required is in excellent condition and adequate for each activity. Transport costs also come into play when they are essential during an expedition.
  • 25% for expedition participation and running costs: These costs cover the logistical, administrative and organisational aspects of the expedition, as well as the overall management of the experience, from start to finish.

Our aim is to provide you with a trustworthy, high-quality experience, while being transparent about how the final cost of your shipment is shared. If you have any further questions about our prices, please contact us here.


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