Grand Ballon – Markstein loop from Ballon d'Alsace
Grand Ballon – Markstein loop from Ballon d'Alsace
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Grand Ballon – Markstein loop from Ballon d'Alsace
05:43
96.6km
2,390m
Road cycling
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: March 27, 2026
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Temporary access restrictions
Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.
After 42.2 km for 1.34 km
Closed: • November-April (otherwise open)
After 43.6 km for 6.74 km
Closed: • November-April (otherwise open)
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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15.3 km
Col de Bussang
Mountain Pass
42.1 km
Haag Pass
Highlight • Mountain Pass
Originally, it was laid out by French troops as a supply route during the First World War. Today, in the snow-free months, it is mainly visitors to the Vosges who travel on it. It runs for 75 km from Col du Bonhomme in the north via Col de la Schlucht, Hohneck, Markstein, Grand Ballon and Cernay to Thann in the south.
The route passes several sites from the First World War and touches the highest mountain in the Vosges, the Grand Ballon.
Mostly deciduous and mixed forests line the road, or there are wonderful views of the wooded slopes of the Vosges, the Rhine plain and the Black Forest opposite. On a clear day the view extends as far as the Swiss Alps and Montblanc.
On nice days it is very popular with bikers with and without motor, and hikers get their money's worth on the left and right of the road.
Many convertible tours are also made here, which come from all regions of Europe.
The Ferme, (cozy Alsatian country inns), which can be found along the entire route, offer refreshment opportunities.
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43.5 km
Grand Ballon
Highlight • Summit
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50.5 km
Markstein
Highlight • Mountain Pass
A renowned farm inn is located nearby, ideal for a lunch break between two cycling trips.
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52.6 km
View from Le Treh
Highlight • Viewpoint
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65.2 km
Lake Kruth-Wildenstein
Highlight • Lake
This artificial lake, intended to protect the valley from frequent floods, is accompanied by a campsite very popular with cyclists who explore the surrounding peaks.
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68.5 km
Climbing the Col d'Oderen from Kruth
Highlight (Segment) • Climb
Few cars use this road, allowing you to reach the summit, at 884 meters, in peace and safety.
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75.3 km
Oderen Pass
Highlight • Mountain Pass
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78.3 km
Col du Page Memorial (957 m)
Highlight • Mountain Pass
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96.6 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
63.8 km
12.1 km
9.97 km
9.95 km
723 m
189 m
Surfaces
93.1 km
2.97 km
471 m
189 m
< 100 m
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Elevation
Highest point (1,330 m)
Lowest point (390 m)
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Thursday 18 June
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16°C
34 %
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