GR®53

From Wissembourg (Bas-Rhin) to Engin pass (Moselle)

The GR®53 offers an enchanting journey through the picturesque landscapes and lush forests of the Bas-Rhin. This 164 km route begins in Wissembourg, a charming border town, and concludes at the Col de l’Engin in Moselle. Along the way, it meanders through quaint villages such as Climbach, Obersteinbach, Windstein, Niederbronn-les-Bains, Baerenthal, Lichtenberg, Wimmenau, Erckartswiller, La Petite Pierre, Eschbourg, Oberhof, Saverne, Haegen, La Hoube, Wangenbourg-Engenthal, Oberhaslach, and Urmatt.

GR®53 From Wissembourg (Bas-Rhin) to Engin pass (Moselle)

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Distance: 164km, Elevation maximum: 1002m, Elevation minimum: 159m, Elevation gain uphill: 5927m
IGN Maps: Wissembourg Lauterbourg Soufflenheim Plaine du Rhin (3914OT). Haguenau Wissembourg l'Outre-Foret PNR des Vosges du Nord (3814ET). Pays de Bitche PNR des Vosges du Nord (3713ET). La Petite Pierre Niederbronn-les-Bains PNR des Vosges du Nord (3714ET). Saverne Sarrebourg Rocher de Dabo (3715OT). Mont Ste-Odile Molsheim Obernai Vallee de la Bruche (3716ET). Le Donon Lac de Pierre-Percee (3616OT).

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The journey begins in Wissembourg, where hikers can admire medieval remains and half-timbered houses. Leaving the town, the trail winds through vineyards and forests, leading to Climbach, a small village nestled in the heart of the Northern Vosges. Continuing towards Obersteinbach, walkers traverse hilly and wooded landscapes. Obersteinbach is renowned for its medieval castle ruins, offering panoramic views of the region. The trail then leads to Windstein, where the ruins of Windstein Castle dominate the landscape.

The path continues to Niederbronn-les-Bains, a spa town famed for its healing waters. After a well-deserved break, hikers head to Baerenthal, a village surrounded by dense forests and crystal-clear streams. The trail passes through Lichtenberg, where the 13th-century Lichtenberg Castle overlooks the village. Continuing towards Wimmenau, hikers cross bucolic landscapes and peaceful forests.

Erckartswiller is a charming stopover before reaching La Petite Pierre, a historic town with an impressive castle and picturesque streets. The view from the castle over the Northern Vosges is breathtaking.

The trail continues towards Eschbourg and Oberhof, passing through dense forests and verdant valleys. In Saverne, hikers can visit the Château des Rohan and enjoy the view of the Marne-Rhine canal. Leaving Saverne, the path leads to Haegen, then to La Hoube, offering spectacular panoramas of the Vosges. Wangenbourg-Engenthal is another picturesque stop, known for its castle and hiking trails.

The hike concludes beautifully, passing through Oberhaslach and Urmatt, two villages surrounded by forests and mountains. Hikers can relish the tranquility of nature before reaching the Col de l’Engin in Moselle.

Registration

Accommodation or business owner on or near a GR®, you can appear on GR-INFOS

For your registration, you can send me by email (papadimitriou4@gmail.com): your address and phone number, your website (Facebook page), a brief description with 5 beautiful photos of your establishment.

Registration price : 25€/year or 100€/5 years per GR® or GRP®. Renewable.

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Nearby paths:
Around Deodatie South (Vosges)
Around Deodatie North (Vosges, Meurthe-et-Moselle)
GR®5 From Luxembourg to Mediterranean sea
GR®531 Across Vosges Massif (Bas-Rhin, Haut-Rhin)
GR®532 Vosges crest and high valleys
GR®533 Vosges crests and lakes
GR®534 Stanislas-Kleber trail

It is advisable to follow the beacons all along your hike and to bring you the FFRandonnee topo-guide. You will also find information on MonGR.fr.

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