Grand Ballon – Col Amic Pass loop from Cernay

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Grand Ballon – Col Amic Pass loop from Cernay

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Grand Ballon – Col Amic Pass loop from Cernay

04:08

49.8km

1,150m

Mountain biking

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

Last updated: October 8, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 23.6 km for 1.11 km

Closed: • November-April (otherwise open)

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Train Station

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5.56 km

View of Thann from the bridge over the Thur

Highlight • Viewpoint

A small town in the Vosges with a beautiful Gothic cathedral.

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23.1 km

View of the "Grand Ballon"

Highlight • Other

Just before the Col du Haag you can get a pretty good view of the Grand Ballon, now you are "up there" so to speak 🤪

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23.6 km

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 the Southern Vosges almost entirely at an altitude of 1200 m.
Originally, it was laid out by French troops as a supply route during the First World War. Today, in the snow-free months, it is mainly visitors to the Vosges who travel on it. It runs for 75 km from Col du Bonhomme in the north via Col de la Schlucht, Hohneck, Markstein, Grand Ballon and Cernay to Thann in the south.
The route passes several sites from the First World War and touches the highest mountain in the Vosges, the Grand Ballon.
Mostly deciduous and mixed forests line the road, or there are wonderful views of the wooded slopes of the Vosges, the Rhine plain and the Black Forest opposite. On a clear day the view extends as far as the Swiss Alps and Montblanc.
On nice days it is very popular with bikers with and without motor, and hikers get their money's worth on the left and right of the road.
Many convertible tours are also made here, which come from all regions of Europe.
The Ferme, (cozy Alsatian country inns), which can be found along the entire route, offer refreshment opportunities.

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25.0 km

Grand Ballon

Highlight • Summit

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 stunning panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. The climb is often included in the Tour de France.

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30.2 km

Sudel Chapel

Highlight • Religious Site

the Sudel chapel is dedicated to Jeanne d'Arc. it was built in 1931 by the French memory in memory of the French soldiers who died during the First World War.

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31.7 km

Col Amic Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

The climb of the Col Amic from Soultz-Haut-Rhin is a beautiful and accessible climb in the Vosges, ideal for cyclists who love regularity and nature. The climb is 12.1 km long, bridges 559 meters of altitude and has an average gradient of 4.6%. The route winds through a quiet, wooded area and offers beautiful views of the Alsatian plain along the way. The summit is at 829 meters and forms a junction towards the Grand Ballon or the Hartmannswillerkopf massif. Thanks to its even profile, this climb is suitable for both recreational cyclists and athletic climbers.

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