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Stage 2
Long Distance Hiking
· Massif des Vosges
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Crossing of the Vosges Mountains - Stage 02 - Obersteinbach - Niederbronn-les-Bains
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Niederbronn-les-Bains - Route of the Grand WintersbergPhoto: C. Fleith, ADT -Massif des Vosges
2nd stage of the Crossing of the Vosges Mountains, a route certified Leading Quality Trails - Best of Europe. Starting from Obersteinbach, a village hosting the Maison des Châteaux Fort and its exhibitions, a path dotted with castles and impressive viewpoints opens up for hikers.
After a good day of walking, nothing beats a visit to the spas of Niederbronn-les-Bains to be refreshed for the next day.
Author’s recommendation
Don't forget your swimsuit to enjoy the spas after a long day of walking and to relax!
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Safety information
The following recommendations should be respected for good hiking practice. It is important to be well informed about the route to be followed. Preparation and assessment of physical condition are necessary.
In case of emergency: 112
Tips and suggestions
It is preferable to book accommodation ahead of the hike during high season.
Information: Alsace Verte Tourist Office www.alsace-verte.com
Tourist line 317 "Fleckenstein Castle shuttle" (Wissembourg - Cleebourg - Pfaffenschlick - Four à Chaux - Niedersteinbach - Obersteinbach - Lembach - Fleckenstein castle) from Easter to All Saints’ Day.
Roadbook
Follow the red rectangle markings of the Club Vosgien between Obersteinbach and Niederbronn-les-Bains.
Maison des Châteaux Forts des Vosges du Nord
Ferme du Steinbach
Château du Wittschloessel
Réserve naturelle du Schweinsfels
Château du Vieux-Windstein
Aire de pique-nique - Place du Menhir
Château du Nouveau-Windstein
Windstein
Rocher de la Liese
Massif du Grand Wintersberg
Massif du Grand Wintersberg
Tour panoramique du Grand Wintersberg
Château de la Wasenbourg
Gare SNCF de Niederbronn les Bains
Spa Hôtel Muller
Office de Tourisme de l'Alsace Verte - Bureau d'information de Niederbronn-les-Bains
Maison de l'Archéologie des Vosges du Nord
Spa thermal
Halte gourde - Au Moulin de Windstein
Station de recharge et réparation vélo avec point d'eau Windstein
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Tourist line 317 "Fleckenstein Castle shuttle" (Wissembourg - Cleebourg - Pfaffenschlick - Four à Chaux - Niedersteinbach - Obersteinbach - Lembach - Fleckenstein castle) from Easter to All Saints’ Day.
Directions
Reach Obersteinbach by taking road D3 from Wissembourg.
Parking
Free parking nearby.
Coordinates
Book recommendation by the author
www.club-vosgien.eu
Author’s map recommendations
www.club-vosgien.eu
Book recommendations for this region:
Equipment
- Clothing suited to the season and conditions (cold, hot, wet…)
- Hiking shoes adapted to the terrain (even for children!)
- Telescopic poles (useful for stability and relieving joints)
- Mobile phone and spare battery if needed
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
User Questions