Münster Im Elsass is a region situated in the Alsatian Vosges mountains, within the Ballons des Vosges Regional Natural Park. This area features a diverse landscape, encompassing dense forests, high stubble fields, glacial lakes, and vineyards, all contributing to its appeal for outdoor activities. The terrain offers varied opportunities for several sports like mountain biking, road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, and more.
Münster Im Elsass provides a wide array of outdoor activities, with…
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4.9
(28)
444
riders
34.0km
02:31
830m
830m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(13)
119
riders
15.9km
01:00
150m
150m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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313
riders
45.7km
03:12
860m
860m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

113
riders
57.5km
04:05
1,140m
1,140m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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316
hikers
6.93km
02:01
180m
180m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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153
hikers
19.7km
06:43
940m
940m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.5
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198
hikers
7.40km
02:13
230m
230m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
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72
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
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350
riders
43.8km
02:40
1,120m
1,120m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
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290
riders
54.8km
02:46
800m
800m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.6
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297
riders
57.8km
03:27
1,270m
1,270m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.3
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242
riders
28.2km
01:35
630m
630m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.5
(45)
167
riders
31.6km
03:16
890m
890m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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67
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.2
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92
riders
23.0km
02:28
680m
680m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.6
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62
riders
42.7km
04:14
1,230m
1,230m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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66
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

4.8
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71
runners
12.2km
01:31
440m
440m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

5.0
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64
runners
20.0km
02:57
940m
940m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.8
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50
runners
9.24km
01:10
290m
290m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
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43
hikers
7.30km
02:42
280m
280m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.7
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22
hikers
19.4km
07:47
980m
970m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.9
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14
hikers
14.9km
05:21
550m
550m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.7
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16
hikers
12.1km
04:07
460m
460m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.3
(12)
105
riders
46.3km
02:48
480m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(1)
39
riders
59.5km
04:26
1,360m
1,360m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(1)
7
riders
14.4km
01:20
440m
440m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(3)
9
riders
33.2km
02:47
940m
940m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Münster Im Elsass offers a variety of outdoor activities including Mountain biking, Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Mountaineering, and Gravel biking. The region features over 250 routes with an average rating of 4.36 stars. More information can be found in the Cycling around Münster Im Elsass guide.
The Munster Valley provides numerous mountain biking loops for different skill levels. Popular trails include the "Lake Forlet – Green Lake loop," "Gaschney – Lake Schiessrothried loop," and the "Hagueneck Castle – Squirrel Trail loop." A comprehensive overview is available in the MTB Trails around Münster Im Elsass guide.
Yes, the Munster Valley offers over 400 kilometers (250 miles) of marked hiking trails, catering to all skill levels from easy family strolls to challenging mountain treks. Notable trails include the "View of the Vosges – Descent to Munster loop" and the "Statue of the Virgin Mary – Petit Ballon loop." Further details are in the Hiking around Münster Im Elsass guide.
Road cycling routes in Münster Im Elsass include the "Between wines and cheeses" itinerary, which traverses mountains, villages, and vineyards. Other routes are the "Wettstein Pass – Col du Wettstein loop" and the "Schlucht pass – Col de la Schlucht loop." The Road Cycling Routes around Münster Im Elsass guide provides more information.
Yes, the "Munster Valley cycle route" between Metzeral and Wintzenheim is designed for family-friendly touring. It showcases rounded summits, high stubble fields, and glacial lakes over a half-day journey. Electrically-assisted bike hire is also available in the region.
Münster Im Elsass is characterized by the Vosges Mountains, dense forests, and glacial lakes such as Lake Schiessrothried. High stubble fields (Hautes Chaumes) around the Petit Ballon offer panoramic views, and the Fecht River winds through the valley.
The region is home to several majestic peaks. Hohneck, at 1,363 meters (4,472 feet), is the second-highest peak in the Vosges. Petit Ballon reaches 1,272 meters (4,173 feet), and Grand Ballon, the highest point in the Vosges, stands at 1,424 meters (4,672 feet).
Yes, komoot offers several guides for the region, including MTB Trails around Münster Im Elsass, Hiking around Münster Im Elsass, and Road Cycling Routes around Münster Im Elsass. Other guides cover Touring cycling, Running, Mountaineering, and Gravel biking.
Münster Im Elsass has attracted more than 13,000 visitors who have shared their experiences on komoot. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.36 out of 5 stars, based on over 2,200 ratings.
The official website for Münster Im Elsass is www.vallee-munster.eu. The phone number for the Munster Valley Tourist Office is +33 3 89 77 31 80.
Yes, the region offers trails for various skill levels, including options suitable for beginners. For hiking, there are easy family strolls, and for cycling, the "Munster Valley cycle route" is designed for family-friendly touring. Komoot guides can help identify appropriate routes.
Münster Im Elsass features a total of 259 routes across various outdoor sports. These routes are shared by the komoot community and cater to different activities and skill levels.

