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France
Alsace
Thann-Gebweiler
Ranspach

Markstein – Lake Lauch loop from Le Markstein

Routes
Mountain hikes & routes
France
Alsace
Thann-Gebweiler
Ranspach

Markstein – Lake Lauch loop from Le Markstein

Moderate

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Markstein – Lake Lauch loop from Le Markstein

04:10

13.9km

430m

Mountaineering

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 6, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Réserve biologique intégrale de Guebwiller

Parc naturel régional des Ballons des Vosges

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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279 m

View of Hundsruecken

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Less frequented than other places on the Route des Crêtes, it is a pleasant place to enjoy the view of the valley.

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1.99 km

Markstein

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Magnificent viewpoint on the Route des Crêtes, located at the crossroads of the east-west and north-south roads, near the Grand Ballon.

A renowned farm inn is located nearby, ideal for a lunch break between two cycling trips.

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6.12 km

Hahnenbrunnen Pass

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6.22 km

Hahnenbrunnen Refuge

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The Hahnenbrunnen volunteer shelter is open every day during the months of July and August, and on request the rest of the year (please fill in the contact form available …

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6.38 km

Diverse trails and superb views from the summits

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Made in autumn under the sun. Superb!

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8.36 km

View of the Vosges Mountains

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At this point you have a fantastic view.
Ideal for a little rest.

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8.49 km

Oberlauchen Pass

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Linking the Route des Crêtes to the ridge leading to the Petit Ballon, this pass and its meadow offer appreciable calm, a little below the most emblematic peaks of the …

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9.96 km

Lake Lauch

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This is one of the most easily accessible lakes in the Vosges by car, taking the same road as that leading to the Markstein. Ideal for a family picnic, it …

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13.9 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.45 km

5.68 km

561 m

185 m

Surfaces

4.75 km

4.62 km

3.81 km

623 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (1,250 m)

Lowest point (940 m)

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