Embark on an adventure in the magnificent Vosges mountains, an ideal region for nature and hiking enthusiasts. Starting from Munster, a charming Alsatian village, you can explore varied trails offering breathtaking panoramas, dense forests, peaceful lakes, and iconic peaks like the Grand Ballon. Not to mention a visit to the charming city of Colmar and Koenigbourg Castle.
SUD EVASION ADVANTAGES
- ● 2 to 3 local guides
● Hotel located in the center of Munster
● Visits to a vineyard, Koenigsbourg Castle, and Colmar
● Lunch at a farm inn
Day 1 - DEPARTURE TO MUNSTER
Departure by coach towards Alsace. Lunch at leisure en route. Arrival at the end of the day. Welcome and check-in at the 3* hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 2 - HOHENECK GLACIAL CIRQUES HIKE
Breakfast and departure for the hike. This hike takes you to the heart of the Vosges massif, to discover the impressive glacial cirques of Hohneck, sculpted by ancient glaciers. Ancient glaciers carved magnificent cirques there. Between panoramic ridges, high-altitude lakes, and alpine landscapes, the itinerary offers a spectacular immersion in wild and preserved nature. It is not uncommon to spot chamois there!!! Lunch will be a packed meal during the hike. Return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.
(This route can be shortened if necessary)
Day 3 - PETIT BALLON HIKE
Breakfast and departure for an essential hike: the Petit Ballon circuit, to discover its vast high-altitude pastures, remarkable flora, authentic farm-inns, and iconic Vosges cows. You will enjoy an exceptional viewpoint over the High Vosges, the Black Forest, the Jura, and even the Alps on a clear day! Lunch at a farm inn during the hike. Return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 4 - SIGHTSEEING DAY IN COLMAR AND EGUISHEIM
Breakfast and departure for a guided tour of Colmar. Described by Georges Duhamel as the most beautiful city in the world, it offers a wide range of 16th and 17th-century half-timbered houses; patrician houses such as the Pfister House and the House of Heads. Stroll through the Little Venice district, dotted with statues of the local son: Auguste Bartholdi, creator of the Statue of Liberty. Free time at the end of the visit. Lunch at a restaurant. You will then proceed to the charming village of Eguisheim. Visit to a wine cellar with tasting of Alsace wines. Return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 5 - HIKE ON THE RAILS OF HISTORY
Breakfast. After about ten minutes on the train taking us to the bottom of the large Munster valley, we begin our ascent towards the Gaschney ski resort. The hike continues along the ridge, between beautiful forests and viewpoints over the valley villages. We also encounter remnants of the 14-18 war, testifying to the violent battles in the region. The descent begins, and we are back in Munster. Lunch will be a packed meal during the hike. Return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 6 - HAUT KOENIGSBOURG HIKE
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure for a hike dedicated to the ascent towards Haut Koenigsbourg Castle. Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle is a magnificent castle located in Alsace, in the Grand Est region of France. Perched on a hill, it offers breathtaking views of the surroundings. This medieval castle, built in the 12th century, is a true architectural gem. It was restored in the 20th century and is now open to the public. Visitors can explore its many rooms, imposing towers, and picturesque gardens. It is a place steeped in history, offering a unique experience for lovers of medieval architecture and culture. Once you arrive at the castle, you will visit it. Lunch will be a packed meal during the hike. Return to the hotel. Dinner at the restaurant opposite the hotel and overnight stay.
Day 7 - RETURN
Breakfast at the hotel. Visit to a cheese dairy in the vicinity of Munster. Departure towards your locality. Lunch will be a packed meal en route. Continuation and arrival in your locality at the end of the day.
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