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Road bike routes in Alsace

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Discover the magnificent road bike routes in Alsace, a region offering varied landscapes and picturesque roads for cycling enthusiasts. Explore the hills, vineyards and typical villages while enjoying a unique cycling experience.

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The 10 most beautiful road cycling routes in Alsace

Just before the Grand Ballon pass summit
Road Bike · Alsace
Grand Ballon 1343 m - from Kruth
recommended route Difficulty moderate
5
24.7 km
2:15 h
882 m
30 m
A road bike route to the Grand Ballon at 1343 m from Kruth promises an exciting adventure through the beautiful landscape of the Regional Nature Park Ballons des Vosges.
Col de La Schlucht summit
Road Bike · Alsace
Col de la Schlucht 1139 m - from Munster
recommended route Difficulty moderate
5
17.5 km
1:05 h
752 m
1 m
A road cycling route to the Col de la Schlucht at 1139 m from Munster is an absolute highlight for all cycling enthusiasts. The Col de la Schlucht is a high mountain pass in the Vosges and an important traffic connection between the Alsace and Lorraine regions. This route is regularly part of the Tour de France and made its Tour debut in 1931.
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Road Bike · The Black Forest
Road bike tour Vosges Le Tour de France 2009, 13th stage starting from Badenweiler
recommended route Difficulty difficult
4
144.6 km
6:00 h
1,153 m
1,162 m
Vosges road bike route in the footsteps of Heinrich Hausler in the finale of the 13th stage of the Tour de France 2009 to Colmar.
Grand Ballon
Road Bike · The Black Forest
Road bike route Vosges to the Grand Ballon from Badenweiler
recommended route Difficulty difficult
4
143.2 km
6:30 h
1,641 m
1,617 m
Road bike route to the roof of the Vosges ''Le Grand Ballon''
Col du Platzerwasel summit
Road Bike · Alsace
Col du Platzerwasel 1183 m - from Sondernach
recommended route Difficulty difficult
5
8.2 km
0:50 h
642 m
0 m
A road cycling route to the Col du Platzerwasel at 1183 m from Sondernach is an absolute highlight for all cycling enthusiasts. The Col du Platzerwasel is a high pass in the Vosges and connects the Grand Est region in the Haut-Rhin department with the Route des Crêtes. This route is regularly part of the renowned Tour de France and made its Tour debut in 1967.
Pure Vosges
Road Bike · The Black Forest
Road bike route Vosges favorite training route Felix Odebrecht from Badenweiler
recommended route Difficulty difficult
No ratings (yet)
179.7 km
7:00 h
2,652 m
2,630 m
Hard road bike training route in the Vosges with great mountains.
Bruche Valley_D.LETT-ADT
Road Bike · Massif des Vosges
Bike Route of the Bruche Valley
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
No ratings (yet)
52.9 km
3:30 h
168 m
559 m
After a brief passage through the vineyards, the road winds through the long Bruche valley which gradually narrows until Schirmeck and continues to assert its Vosges character until Saales.
The Hochblauen is present throughout the entire route.
Road Bike · The Black Forest
Road bike route Alsace along the Canal du Rhône au Rhin from Badenweiler
recommended route Difficulty easy
No ratings (yet)
67.6 km
3:00 h
351 m
347 m
Beautiful cycling route through Alsace along the Canal du Rhône.
Road cycling in Saarland
Road Bike · Regionalverband Saarbrücken
Biosphere tour
recommended route Difficulty moderate
5
94.2 km
5:00 h
512 m
493 m
This route is designed for road cyclists and mostly runs on well-maintained cycle paths and moderately trafficked roads. From Saarbrücken, this route leads in a southeast direction. The Bliesgau Biosphere Reserve with its gentle hills is considered a hidden gem among road cyclists. The region is also the annual venue for the internationally renowned junior world cup race Trofeo Karlsberg. With a detour to Lorraine and the Bitche region, the route offers even more variety. Townscapes and landscapes are constantly changing. You can comfortably finish the route along the flat Saar cycle path coming from France and relax in Saarbrücken's old town or in the beer garden with a view of the Saar.
Free newspaper in Void (Meuse)
Road Bike · The Black Forest
From Baden-Baden to Paris
recommended route Difficulty moderate
No ratings (yet)
551.8 km
90:00 h
1,622 m
2,289 m
By road bike or touring bike to Paris. I myself took four days each for the trip in 2018 and 2022. With little luggage and a road bike, it is certainly possible to manage it in 3 days. The route was revised by me once again in September 2022. A great journey to a wonderful city that has done a lot for cyclists in recent years.
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Forecast for Alsace

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In the beautiful region of Alsace, you'll find ideal terrain for road biking. Winding roads through vineyards, scenic passes and charming villages make Alsace a must-see destination for all cycling enthusiasts.

Geographical features

Alsace is located in north-eastern France, between the Vosges and Rhine rivers. This position gives it an undulating relief that lends itself to a variety of routes for road bikes. You'll have the opportunity to admire diverse landscapes combining verdant mountains, deep forests and fertile plains.

Tourist attractions

While cycling in Alsace, you'll discover remarkable sites such as the Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg, the Route des Vins with its picturesque villages like Riquewihr and Eguisheim, and Strasbourg with its Gothic cathedral.

Best seasons

The best seasons for road biking in Alsace are spring and autumn, when the weather is mild and pleasant. Avoid winter, as there can be a lot of snow on some roads.

Where to cycle?

  • Rhine Valley: explore this flat valley bordered by the Rhine River, with its safe cycle paths.
  • Mont Sainte-Odile: climb this mythical mountain pass offering breathtaking views over the Alsace plain.

Picturesque roads

  • Circuit des Trois Châteaux: explore this loop passing by three medieval castles perched on their respective hills.
  • Lac Blanc loop: ride through unspoilt countryside between lake and mountains in an enchanting setting.

Reviews

  • August 11, 2025
    Chris Muller
    wirklich schöne Tour. Ich bin am Lac Longuemer gestartet. Bis Col de la Schlucht sehr wenig Autos. Danach im Prinzip keine.
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    Photo: Chris Muller, Community
    Written August 11, 2025
  • June 19, 2024
    Konrad Abt
    June 18, 2024
    Für mich eine eher grosse Tour, die etwas Körner braucht. Landschftlich sehr schön und mehrheitlich auf sehr verkehrsarmen Strassen. Der Abstecher (hin und zurück gleiche Strecke), führt zu einem Tankstellenshop, wo Verpflegung gekauft werden kann. Ich war 5:50 Stunden mit einem Schnitt von 22.6 km/h unterwegs.
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    Written June 19, 2024
  • July 30, 2021
    Jörg Frech
    Tolle Tour! Kleine Straßen, wenig Verkehr, super!
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    Written July 30, 2021
  • August 19, 2020
    Silke Pokrop
    Es war eine tolle Streckenführung, aber du solltest angeben, dass ein paar Offroadpassagen dabei sind
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    Written August 19, 2020
  • August 01, 2019
    Günter
    July 30, 2019
    Eine wirklich sehr schöne Tour, ich bin sie von/bis Riegelsberg gefahren (110km) und habe sie mit Bildern bei Komoot veröffentlicht. Die Boulangerie in F/Achen solltet ihr unbedingt einplanen :-) LG Günter
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    Written August 01, 2019
    Road Bike
    Biosphere tour
  • June 30, 2019
    Rolf Oberholzer
    Schöne verkehrarme Morgenrunde.
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    Written June 30, 2019
    Road Bike
    Short Elsass tour
  • December 09, 2017
    Reinhard Geissler
    June 15, 2017
    Die Tour ist in 3 Tagesetappen aufgeteilt. Die Anschluß-Etappe trägt den Titel: Etappe 2: Hohneck - Domain du Hirtz Vogesenliebhaber kommen hier voll auf ihre Kosten.
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    Written December 09, 2017
  • May 22, 2017
    Hubert Fischer 
    Ich habe diese Tour von zu Hause aus gemacht und kann sie nur empfehlen wenn man gerne flach und am Berg fährt. Im oberen Teil der Strecke hat man eine tolle Fernsicht!
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    Written May 22, 2017

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