Smugglers' Trail – Citadel of Bitche loop from Bitche

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Smugglers' Trail – Citadel of Bitche loop from Bitche

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Smugglers' Trail – Citadel of Bitche loop from Bitche

02:25

40.0km

300m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 7, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 387 m for 92 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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448 m

Porte de Strasbourg

Highlight • Historical Site

Visited on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the liberation by the US forces in March 1945. Michel Klein is a knowledgeable and caring curator of all the memorabilia …

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6.76 km

See

Highlight • Other

Small lake behind Bitche on private property.

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10.9 km

Wooden Bridge Between Bousseviller and Waldhouse

Highlight • Bridge

Beautiful wooden bridge between Bousseviller and Waldhouse. Very nice bike path

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15.9 km

Church of St. Benedict in Walschbronn

Highlight • Other

The church, dedicated to Saint Benedict of Nursia and becoming inadequate, was destroyed in 1754 and rebuilt in 1785.
The bell tower on the façade, dating from 1754, survives from …

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17.7 km

Red and green

Highlight • Trail

On the French-German border, in the middle of the forest, this dirt road with red hues creates a superb contrast with the green of the trees. A soothing spectacle during your bike rides.

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18.5 km

Smugglers' Trail

Highlight • Trail

A beautiful bike path with rocks, very easy to ride.

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19.3 km

Trualbe

Highlight • River

Beautiful route, especially because of the beautiful nature.

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39.4 km

The Citadel of Bitche is a historic fortress located in Bitche, France. It stands proudly on top of a hill, offering panoramic views, and features impressive architecture, underground tunnels and a museum.

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