Bus and boots

Go exploring with the Navette des Crêtes shuttle bus

Who says you need a car to go on an adventure? In summer, the Navette des Crêtes will ferry you to Alsace’s most beautiful summits. Want to walk in the Vosges Mountains? This one’s for you!

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Take the shuttle and save the planet

The Navette des Crêtes is a network of 9 bus routes to help you conquer the summits, from Lac Blanc to Grand Ballon. It runs throughout the summer season (July and August) and at the weekend in September. Fancy spending a weekend or two in the open air? The buses accept bikes, and your four-legged friend too! Check the website to find out more and start planning your family excursion. Leave the car at home and head for the summits in Ballon des Vosges Regional Nature Park.

Getting around in Alsace

The Peak Route: unspoilt landscapes and unforgettable views

Pull on your trainers: we’re off to explore the paths of the Peak Route with their 360° views. The landscapes change markedly from one mountain pass to the next. From one viewpoint above the clouds, you might spot chamois on the steep cliffs, and then from the next, peaks as far as the eye can see. You’ll stride through the forests and look down on the lakes. It’s a fabulous experience. And once you get to the summit, you’ve definitely earned a slice of the region’s famous bilberry tart!

Routes

The Alsace “Ballons”

Do you recognise the names of these well-known local mountain passes?

Col du Bonhomme
Gazon du Faing
Tanet
Col de la Schlucht
Hohneck
Col du Hahnenbrunnen
Markstein
Grand Ballon (the highest, at 1,424m)

The Peak Route connects them all! It’s a stunning road all year round, so why wait for the ski season? Climb aboard the Navette des Crêtes and make the most of the summer!

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Single tickets for the Navette des Crêtes cost €4. A group/family pass is available, priced €10. If you have a TER Fluo 68 train season ticket, the Navette costs only €1, and when you arrive by train it’s free. Buy your tickets online (or ensure you have the correct change to pay on the bus).

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Randonnée au sommet du Rothenbachkopf en Alsace

Hikes and walks

Admire Alsace’s beautiful landscapes on more than 17,000 km of marked trails. If you’re a seasoned hiker or simply fond of rambling, you can put together your own itinerary or use the services of a guide for your hiking trip.

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Mountain bike itineraries

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