What to do and see in the Vosges?
Just a stone’s throw from our campsite near Gérardmer, the High Vosges offer a huge playground for lovers of nature, sports, and heritage. Hiking, mountain biking, waterfalls, lakes, and charming villages: here’s a glimpse of the must-sees to discover during your stay.
The Ballons des Vosges Regional Natural Park.
The campsite is located in the heart of the Ballons des Vosges Regional Natural Park, a preserved territory teeming with trails, forests, and exceptional panoramas over the Vosges peaks.
The Col de la Schlucht.
An emblematic pass between the Vosges and Alsace, the Col de la Schlucht offers privileged access to the most beautiful hiking trails in the massif. Located at over 1,100 meters altitude, it is the starting point for many routes, such as the Sentier des Roches or hikes to the Hohneck.
In summer, you can also enjoy the summer luge, ideal for a family outing, or simply admire the magnificent panoramas of the Vosges ridges from the various viewpoints. An essential stop during your stay at Camping Montagne des Vosges.
The Hohneck.
An emblematic peak of the High Vosges, culminating at 1,363 meters, the Hohneck attracts hikers with its exceptional panoramas of the Vosges ridges, valleys, and, on clear days, even as far as the Alps. Several routes allow access, whether for a challenging hike or a more accessible walk from the Col de la Schlucht. Along the way, keep an eye out: it’s not uncommon to spot chamois, emblems of this preserved massif.
The Route des Crêtes.
The famous Route des Crêtes connects the most beautiful peaks of the Vosges and offers one of the most scenic routes in the region. To be explored by car, motorcycle, bike, or during a hike, it reveals a succession of magnificent landscapes, passes, and viewpoints. It’s an unmissable itinerary to discover all the beauty of the High Vosges and make numerous stops to admire the panoramas.
Visit Gérardmer.
Just 10 minutes from Camping Montagne des Vosges, Gérardmer charms with its lake, lively town center, and numerous shops. Enjoy the equipped beaches, water activities (pedal boats, paddleboarding, boating, canoeing…), swimming in summer, or a stroll along the banks. The town also has many restaurants, terraces, and ice cream parlors, perfect for a gourmet break. Don’t miss its market, held every Thursday and Saturday morning, where you can discover the specialties and local products of the Vosges.
La Bresse.
An emblematic Vosges resort, La Bresse offers numerous activities throughout the year. In summer, enjoy the mountain bike trails, the bike park, the rail-mounted summer luge, and many hikes. In winter, the resort becomes one of the largest ski areas in the Vosges massif.
Also, don’t miss its weekly Sunday market, ideal for discovering local produce and the friendly atmosphere of the valley.
Outdoor activities, sliding sports, and leisure parks in the heart of the Vosges.
Thrill-seekers will find their happiness at Acro-Sphère, an adventure park in Gérardmer, Bol d’Air in La Bresse, or Fraispertuis City, a family amusement park. In summer, the summer luge complements this rich program of outdoor activities, for all ages seeking adventure in the High Vosges.
The village of Le Tholy: starting point for your explorations.
Le Tholy, the village where the campsite is located, has a bar, a bakery-tobacconist, and a restaurant, about 1.5 km away. It is also an excellent starting point for nature lovers: many marked hiking trails start directly from the campsite, allowing you to discover the forests, waterfalls, and panoramas of the High Vosges on foot or by bike.
Heritage, gastronomy, and Vosges markets.
Between traditions and local expertise, the High Vosges are full of heritage to discover, starting with these must-sees:
The Daffodil Festival.
A very popular traditional event in the region, the Daffodil Festival celebrates the arrival of spring in the High Vosges every year, every two years in April.
A land of textiles.
The Vosges textile museums immerse you in the history of a craftsmanship that shaped the region for generations. Through the various sites labeled Vosges Terre Textile, discover manufacturing techniques, trades of yesteryear, and companies that still perpetuate this tradition of excellence today. An ideal visit to better understand the Vosges industrial heritage.
Blanc de Gérardmer.
A partner of our Camping Montagne des Vosges, Blanc de Gérardmer perpetuates the textile know-how of the Vosges through a wide range of quality household linen. Labeled Vosges Terre Textile, the company highlights local manufacturing and recognized expertise. During your stay, do not hesitate to visit their shop in Gérardmer to discover bed linen, pillows, sheets, towels, and many other products designed in the respect of the Vosges textile tradition.
La Confiserie Géromoise.
La Confiserie Géromoise invites you to discover the traditional making of Vosges candies, a gourmet specialty to savor or bring back as a souvenir. Want to extend the discovery? Head to the Vosges waterfalls and Alsace, three quarters of an hour’s drive from the campsite.
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