The CDF03 snowshoe trail starts at Struthof in Belmont and leads to Champ du Messin, which offers views of the Rothaine Valley. The return route passes through the forest below the former Natzweiler-Struthof camp and back to the starting point. The valley views and forest section make up two distinct parts of the same route. Winter safety conditions can vary.

Champ du Feu as a natural area

At 1,099 metres, Champ du Feu is the highest point in the Bas-Rhin département. Part of the massif belongs to the Natura 2000 network. High-altitude heath vegetation and raised bogs define this fragile, exceptional natural area. Its elevation provides a clear geographical context for exploring the area’s natural features, while its vegetation and moorland give it its own character. If you’re considering landscape as well as activities when planning your trip, Champ du Feu offers several specific points of interest.

Hiking and winter activities

The GR5 passes through Champ du Feu, along with numerous marked hiking trails for walks lasting several hours or full-day outings. This range makes a difference when planning your day: an outing lasting several hours takes up a different part of the day than a full-day hike. Trail conditions can vary seasonally.

In winter, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing offer different ways to explore the area. Champ du Feu has more than 80 kilometres of marked, freely accessible cross-country ski trails; snow conditions and trail grooming vary seasonally. For snowshoeing, visitors can use footpaths laid out for winter, depending on snow conditions. The routes used therefore differ too: ski trails for cross-country skiing and footpaths for snowshoeing. Professional guides are available for snowshoe outings, and poles and snowshoes can be rented locally. Check seasonal availability.

Summer activities at Mont Champ du Feu

In summer, Mont Champ du Feu has two 100-metre tubing runs, accessed by conveyor belt. Operating conditions can vary. Electric bikes with pedal assistance are also available to rent at Mont Champ du Feu for exploring the surrounding area; availability may change. Cheval Alsace offers another way to plan your time, with horseback rides in the Champ du Feu massif lasting either two hours or a full day. Check availability before your trip.

Match the season to your schedule

When choosing your travel dates and planning your day, it helps to compare the options: cross-country skiing and snowshoeing depend on winter conditions, while the tubing runs are a summer activity. Hiking options range from several hours to a full day, and Cheval Alsace offers horseback rides lasting two hours or a full day. This allows you to consider the season and the time available together.

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