Roche des Vieux Chevaux – Lake Lispach loop from Xonrupt-Longemer

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Roche des Vieux Chevaux – Lake Lispach loop from Xonrupt-Longemer

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Roche des Vieux Chevaux – Lake Lispach loop from Xonrupt-Longemer

05:16

14.1km

560m

Hiking

Hard hike. 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: August 15, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 5.44 km for 2.02 km

After 9.62 km for 2.48 km

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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171 m

Waterfront walkway

Highlight • Other

Stop every now and then to enjoy!

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2.37 km

Roche des Vieux Chevaux

Highlight • Summit

At the place called La Roche des Vieux Chevaux, there is this viewpoint with a magnificent plunging view over the lake of Longemer.

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2.37 km

Rest area with magnificent view

Highlight • Other

Rescue exercises are carried out here

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3.96 km

Lake Lispach

Highlight • Lake

A stunningly beautiful lake surrounded by hills. Running around this lake, you'll discover nature in all its serenity.

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4.16 km

Wooden Boardwalk Around Lac de Lispach

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Trail is well laid out with raised paths were the path becomes boggy.

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4.54 km

Lispach Lake

Highlight • Forest

Barrage of the Lac de Lispach. Nice architecture.
The barrage is accessible and part of the circular route. Here you also have a great view of the Lac.

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7.75 km

Col de Grande Basse

Mountain Pass

11.4 km

View of Lac de Longemer

Highlight • Other

Great views of the Lac de Longemer from this trail.

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14.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.02 km

4.65 km

3.03 km

1.16 km

282 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.54 km

4.35 km

3.44 km

1.51 km

300 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,060 m)

Lowest point (740 m)

Weather

Sunday 18 October

15°C

5°C

0 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 15.0 km/h

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Comments

September 16, 2021,⭐ Frankreich - Vogesen – Longemer, Les 3 Sentiers Nouveau ⭐

A really challenging trail that should only be walked by experienced hikers. Those who like it will be delighted. One of our absolute favourites. A bit tricky depending on the season
Lorraine: Popular circular route

outdooractive.com/en/route/hiking/lorraine/vosges-le-3-sentiers/224759712

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