Hiking
Photo: Pexels Hikes to the lakes
Loops to glacial lakes nestled in their cirques, between forest and rock.
Moderate
Glacial lakes are the signature of the Vosges: set in cirques carved by glaciers, they are often earned by fine forest loops. Lac Blanc with its cliffs, Longemer and Retournemer at the foot of the Hohneck offer varied hikes between mirror waters and plunging viewpoints.
Tips & good to know
Tips & good to know
- The Lac Blanc–Lac Noir loop is very popular.
- Sometimes steep climbs: good shoes needed.
- Swimming possible in summer in some lakes.