Grandfontaine is a commune located in the Bas-Rhin department of the Grand Est region in northeastern France, nestled within the northern Vosges mountains. This area is characterized by its diverse terrain, featuring forested hills, river valleys, and the prominent Donon mountain, which rises to over 3,300 feet (1,000 meters). The varied landscape of Grandfontaine provides a suitable environment for several sports like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more.
Grandfontaine offers a range…
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hikers
3.70km
01:01
60m
70m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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hikers
15.9km
04:37
400m
400m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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hikers
10.7km
03:03
220m
230m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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173
riders
47.9km
04:13
950m
950m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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19
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92.7km
09:24
2,370m
2,370m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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20
riders
66.2km
06:17
1,580m
1,580m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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19
riders
47.0km
03:55
960m
960m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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84
riders
47.2km
04:10
970m
970m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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49
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50.7km
03:13
550m
550m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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31
riders
35.4km
02:21
400m
400m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16
riders
30.9km
02:14
310m
310m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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63
riders
71.5km
03:50
1,110m
1,110m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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riders
65.0km
03:32
1,070m
1,070m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

23
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

16
riders
55.5km
03:00
940m
940m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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46
runners
10.6km
01:15
230m
230m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.1km
01:03
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
10.9km
01:20
230m
230m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
16.3km
02:04
410m
410m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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Grandfontaine offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, and Jogging. The region's diverse landscape features forested hills, river valleys, and the prominent Donon mountain. More than 7,000 visitors have explored the area, with routes averaging a 4.27-star rating on komoot.
The central natural feature is the Donon mountain, rising to over 3,300 feet (1,000 meters), which holds historical significance. The area also includes extensive forested hills, river valleys, and unique geological formations like the "Porte de Pierre" (Stone Gate). These features provide varied terrain for outdoor exploration.
Grandfontaine offers a range of hiking options, including easier routes through forested areas and along river valleys. While specific beginner routes are not detailed, the varied terrain allows for less strenuous walks. For more information on hiking, refer to the Hiking around Grandfontaine guide.
Grandfontaine is a recognized area for mountain biking, with routes like the D01: Le Donon via Haut du Bon Dieu. These trails offer varied landscapes and technical sections, passing by features such as Lac de la Maix. There are 5 mountain biking routes available on komoot for the region, detailed in the MTB Trails around Grandfontaine guide.
Yes, Grandfontaine provides opportunities for road cycling, with routes traversing diverse landscapes. The broader Bas-Rhin department, where Grandfontaine is located, features over 1,500 miles (2,500 km) of cycle routes. Specific routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Grandfontaine guide.
There are 9 routes available on komoot for Grandfontaine, covering various sports such as hiking, mountain biking, and cycling. These routes have been explored by more than 7,000 visitors. The average rating for all routes in the region is 4.27 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for Grandfontaine to help plan outdoor adventures. These include Hiking around Grandfontaine, MTB Trails around Grandfontaine, and Road Cycling Routes around Grandfontaine. Additional guides cover touring cycling and running trails.
Routes in Grandfontaine have an average rating of 4.27 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from 694 individual ratings. The region's routes are popular, having attracted over 7,000 visitors.
Yes, Grandfontaine offers options for touring cycling, allowing exploration of the region's varied topography. The area's roads and paths are suitable for this activity. For more information, consult the Cycling around Grandfontaine guide, which includes touring options.
Official information for Grandfontaine can be found on the Mairie (Town Hall) website. The official website is https://mairie-grandfontaine.fr/. The phone number for the Mairie is 03 88 97 20 09.
The Donon mountain is a prominent peak in Grandfontaine, rising to over 3,300 feet (1,000 meters). It is considered a sacred mountain with historical importance dating back to Neolithic times, serving as a sacred site for Celts and Gallo-Romans. A 19th-century temple-museum is located on its summit.

