Suggested routes for keen cyclists and walkers

Flusslandschaft mit Bäumen und ruhigem Gewässer

Cycle Route Between the Rhine, Sauer and Lauter

32 KM | altitude 166 metres | Duration 4:00 h

This cycle route is the perfect way to explore the Rhine, Sauer and Lauter Rivers. You can expect diverse landscapes, stunning views of the Northern Vosges and Black Forest and fascinating flora and fauna in the Naturschutzgebiet Sauerdelta (Sauer Delta Nature Reserve) in Munchhausen.

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Cross-Border Vineyard Loop

7 KM | altitude 100 metres | Duration 2:30 h

A loop through the idyllic Wissembourg district finishes up this route through vineyards and across the German/French border as far as the German winemaking village of Schweigen. Prepare to be wowed by some exceptional views across the Rhine Valley and the Black Forest.

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Ruine vor grünem Waldhintergrund

Smugglers’ Route

17 KM   I   ALTITUDE : 218 METERS   I   2-3 HOURS DURATION

A delightful route along the German-French border, between tranquil, dense forests and quiet, open valley meadows. The ruins of Wasigenstein and Fleckenstein castles are well worth a visit along the way, while the Fleckensteiner Weiher pond is a great place to take a refreshing dip.

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German and French Castle Route

33 KM | altitude 1200 metres | Duration 1-2 days

Walk from castle to castle in the Vallée de la Sauer and the Dahn Rockland on this cross-border route with idyllic landscapes, woodland as far as the eye can see, towering red sandstone rock formations and the incredible ruins of fortified castles and feudal residences.

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Picturesque Villages in and around Wissembourg

41 km | altitude 250 metres | Duration 4:00 h

You will have plenty of chances to explore Wissembourg and the surrounding area on this delightful loop, which takes you across hilly stretches, through picturesque villages, up to the fortifications on the Maginot Line and the impressive Fort de Schoenenbourg (Schoenenbourg Fort), and through the forest and vineyards in Cleebourg.

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Bootssteg am Rhein mit Blick auf Schifffahrtsweg

PAMINA-Rhine Park South Circular Cycle Route

94,5 km | ALTITUDE : 65 METERS | 6:30 h

Nestled between the Black Forest and the Vosges Mountains, the cross-border “PAMINA-Rhine Park South Circular Cycle Route” meanders through the idyllic Upper Rhine Plain countryside. Numerous natural, cultural and culinary highlights entice you to stop off along the 94-kilometre route.

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Route of Four Castles

6,5 KM | ALTITUDE : 305 METERS | 2:30 h

Circular hike to the imposing ruins of the four medieval rock castles Fleckenstein, Loewenstein, Hohenbourg and Wegelnburg with interesting insights into their history and impressive views of one of the most beautiful regions of the Northern Vosges.

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Fachwerkgasse mit bunten Häusern und Kopfsteinpflaster

Peace Route

48 KM   I   ALTITUDE : 446 METERS  I   5:30 HOURS DURATION

Cross-border circular route through picturesque Alsatian and Palatinate villages, past numerous attractions. Information boards along the way offer insights into Franco-German history. A detour to the “Four à Chaux”, a building belonging to the Maginot Line in Lembach, is worthwhile.

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Spiegelung von Bäumen und Himmel in ruhigem Gewässer

Hiwwe un Driwwe Route

33,1 KM   I   ALTITUDE : 342 METERS  I   4 HOURS DURATION

This multi-faceted circular route leads uphill and downhill through picturesque meadow valleys and charming villages on both the French and German sides – in local parlance, “hiwwe un driwwe”. The Fleckensteiner Weiher and Schönauer Weiher ponds are the perfect places to stop and swim along the way.

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Fachwerkdorf eingebettet in grüne Waldlandschaft

Friendship Route

28,3 KM   I   ALTITUDE : 247 METERS  I   3-4 HOURS DURATION

A circular route past historical sites, such as the “Black Board” at the “green” border crossing to Ludwigswinkel. The route features information boards on the history of the two nations, the Area 1 facility from the Cold War and the ruins of Wasigenstein Castle.

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Touristik-Gemeinschaft Baden-Elsass-Pfalz e.V.

The three neighbouring regions of Baden, Alsace and Palatinate all make for dream holiday destinations in their own right. But put them together and you would struggle to find a more beautiful and diverse backdrop on either side of the Rhine, with the Black Forest and Kraichgau in one direction and the Palatinate Forest and the Vosges in the other. Come and explore the natural beauty, warm hospitality, rich culture and culinary delights that our region near the German/French border has to offer!

We are Touristik-Gemeinschaft Baden-Elsass-Pfalz e.V., or “Vis-à-Vis” for short. Our association is made up of French and German tourism partners based in our region. You can read more about us and the work we do here.

Photos in title slider:
Noël à Haguenau (c) Emmanuel VIVERGE/TMT Photo
Abendstimmung am Viehstrich bei Schaidt (c)Südpfalz-Tourismus Landkreis Germersheim e.V. Fotograf Kilian-Kunz
Blick vom Hochkopf bei Bühl (c)Ferienregion Bühl-Bühlertal-Ottersweier
Festungsführung mit den Bauersfrauen in Germersheim (c)Südpfalz-Tourismus Stadt Germersheim e.V. Fotografin Britta Hoff
Picknick am See bei Leimersheim (c)Südpfalz-Tourismus Landkreis Germersheim e.V._Fotograf  Nico Bohnert
Cleebourg©Adean_Ora (20)
So schön kann Winter auf der Grinde sein (c)Evi Seeger, Bühl

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Picknick im Weinberg (c)Kraichgau-Stromberg Tourismus e.V
Herbstanfang (c)isocont GmbH Peter Mast
Vue autour du château de Fleckenstein (c)Best of Wandern - T. Bichler