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Markstein – View of the Vosges Mountains loop from Grand Ballon

Markstein – View of the Vosges Mountains loop from Grand Ballon

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Markstein – View of the Vosges Mountains loop from Grand Ballon

06:16

72.1km

1,910m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 13, 2026

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After 0 m for 1.28 km

Closed: • November-April (otherwise open)

After 2.08 km for 1.10 km

Closed: • November-April (otherwise open)

After 5.18 km for 376 m

Closed: • November-April (otherwise open)

After 23.8 km for 199 m

Closed: • November-April (otherwise open)

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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5.73 km

Markstein

Highlight • Mountain Pass

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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24.7 km

View of Nonselkopf

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Nice view of the area.

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27.4 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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32.6 km

Route des Crêtes MTB

Highlight (Segment) • MTB Park

The Route des Crêtes (also called Vogesenkammstraße) is a popular excursion route in the Vosges through the "Ballons des Vosges Regional Nature Park".

That's almost the mountain bike version of it. With great scenery but no traffic.

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41.6 km

Geteerter Radweg mitten im Wald

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I've never seen anything like it before, you come from a rough, rocky trail and suddenly you're on a bicycle highway 😵‍💫 It leads from Geishouse up to the Col …

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41.6 km

Ingenious cycle path to the Grand Ballon

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Beautiful cycle path without cars, only cyclists and hikers

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56.3 km

Thann - Willer-sur-Thur

Highlight (Segment) • Other

Without traffic on bike path or small road. Asphalt is good and therefore no problem with a racing bike.

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72.0 km

Haag Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

The Route des Crêtes, or the Vosges ridge road, is one of the most impressive mountain roads in France. The scenic Route des Crêtes runs along the main ridge of …

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72.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

41.4 km

10.7 km

10.4 km

6.10 km

2.03 km

1.55 km

Surfaces

35.4 km

20.9 km

8.35 km

6.92 km

527 m

155 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,240 m)

Lowest point (340 m)

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Markstein – View of the Vosges Mountains loop from Grand Ballon

Markstein

View of Nonselkopf

View of the Vosges Mountains

Route des Crêtes MTB

Geteerter Radweg mitten im Wald

Ingenious cycle path to the Grand Ballon

Thann - Willer-sur-Thur

Haag Pass

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