Grand Ballon – Grand Ballon loop from Le Markstein

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Grand Ballon – Grand Ballon loop from Le Markstein

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Grand Ballon – Grand Ballon loop from Le Markstein

01:30

16.6km

390m

Mountain biking

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

Last updated: August 3, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 3.41 km for 477 m

Closed: • November-April (otherwise open)

After 4.04 km for 1.96 km

Closed: • November-April (otherwise open)

After 6.09 km for 1.11 km

Closed: • November-April (otherwise open)

After 9.69 km for 2.41 km

Closed: • November-April (otherwise open)

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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334 m

Refreshment stop at the "Le Markstein" restaurant

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It's quite busy there, but there's everything from cakes to hearty food... I thought the coffee was €3.50, and the Tarte du Myrtille for €6 was also OK 😉

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558 m

Markstein Farmhouse Inn

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Treats and a warm dining room 😋

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6.04 km

Haag Farm

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In fact, the Hague is one of the few farms and inns that exclusively offer products from the country house and are certified organic. All the cured meats come from …

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6.08 km

Haag Pass

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The Route des Crêtes, or the Vosges ridge road, is one of the most impressive mountain roads in France. The scenic Route des Crêtes runs along the main ridge of …

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8.33 km

Grand Ballon

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The Grand Ballon (German: Großer Belchen), at 1,424 meters above sea level, offers a magnificent panoramic view and is the highest mountain in the Vosges Mountains.

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9.24 km

Le Grand Ballon, elevation 1,325 m

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Should be climbed sometime

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9.38 km

Grand Ballon

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The Col du Grand Ballon from Moosch is 12.6 km long with a total drop of 949 m. The average gradient is 7.6% with maximum gradients of 14.5%. There are …

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16.2 km

Magnificent viewpoint on the Route des Crêtes, located at the crossroads of the east-west and north-south roads, near the Grand Ballon.

A renowned farm inn is located nearby, ideal for a lunch break between two cycling trips.

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