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Grand Ballon – Haag Pass loop from Goldbach-Altenbach

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Grand Ballon – Haag Pass loop from Goldbach-Altenbach

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5.0

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Grand Ballon – Haag Pass loop from Goldbach-Altenbach

02:02

14.6km

790m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 16, 2026

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Parc naturel régional des Ballons des Vosges

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.58 km

Firstacker

Mountain Pass

3.87 km

Grand Ballon Farm Inn

Highlight • Restaurant

The Ferme Auberge du Grand Ballon is an ideal starting point for the hike. A stop after the tour is a real treat. Very tasty Alsatian dishes, e.g. warm goat cheese from our own production or a Tarte Myrtilles. There are also different, self-produced cheeses to buy.

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5.82 km

Grand Ballon

Highlight • Summit

The Col du Grand Ballon from Moosch is 12.6 km long with a total drop of 949 m. The average gradient is 7.6% with maximum gradients of 14.5%. There are stunning panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. The climb is often included in the Tour de France.

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6.47 km

Ruins of the former Grand Ballon Hotel

Highlight • Historical Site

A few foundation walls - perhaps two former basement rooms of the former hotel.

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7.10 km

Grand Ballon summit and radar station

Highlight • Summit

7.11 km

Mountain Trail Descent in Parc Naturel Régional des Ballons des Vosges

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

I only recommend the descent for experienced skiers.

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8.04 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 the Southern Vosges almost entirely at an altitude of 1200 m.
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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Haag Farm

Highlight • Rest Area

In fact, the Hague is one of the few farms and inns that exclusively offer products from the country house and are certified organic. All the cured meats come from their pigs, processed by Laurent in Thillot, the cheese from the milk of their herd.
Not to forget the brilliant view of the Belchen and, when the weather is clear, as far as the Alps.

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8.34 km

Cave Entrance

14.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.53 km

5.30 km

976 m

534 m

278 m

Surfaces

7.65 km

4.00 km

1.38 km

1.07 km

375 m

150 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,390 m)

Lowest point (660 m)

Weather

Wednesday 15 July

32°C

16°C

53 %

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Grand Ballon – Haag Pass loop from Goldbach-Altenbach

Grand Ballon Farm Inn

Grand Ballon

Ruins of the former Grand Ballon Hotel

Grand Ballon summit and radar station

Mountain Trail Descent in Parc Naturel Régional des Ballons des Vosges

Haag Pass

Haag Farm

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