Unmissables

Spring in the Vosges: two must-do activities!

Between April and June, it’s a greattime to discovermountains that are accessible to everyone, out of the cold of winter but not yet in the heat of summer. The Massif des Vosges is an ideal place for outdoor activities at this time of year! A rejuvenating break in the mountains, from spring onwards.

The Bussang Rando-Ferrata

You’ve heard of hiking and via-ferrata… The Vosges offers you the chance to combine the two! This sport and adventure activity takes you to the heights of Bussand, for a safe route combining hiking and climbing.

Why try it?

Because this activity is ideal for a first approach to via ferrata! The route takes you along a fixed cable, with rungs, footbridges and beams to make the climb easier.

You’ll alternate between easy rocky sections and grassy links, without any big vertical walls, but with a few thrills to add a touch of adrenalin: Nepalese bridge, monkey bridge, beams…

Access and conditions

If you are already an experienced climber, access is free with your personal equipment. Otherwise, the activity is open to all, whatever your level (from 1m40 and 40kg). All the necessary equipment can be hired from the Bussang campsite, located near the course.

A 4-hour round (complete course) for a breath of fresh air and plenty of thrills!

And if you’re not sure whether to take the plunge, you can also be accompanied by a state-certified instructor, who will show you all the secrets of the course and the surrounding Vosges mountains.

To see the route and for more information, click here.

Exploring with the family: LesHautes-Mynes du Thillot

Discover a nugget of the Vosges Massif in this unusual activity that’s accessible to all, young and old alike. Hautes-Mynes is open from April and offers an underground trail where you can discover an astonishing heritage, equipped with a headlamp and a helmet.

Mines full of secrets!

Much more than just a historical tour of the mines, you’ll discover a whole underground world full of nooks and crannies to explore. And to appeal to all ages, Hautes-Mynes du Thillot has got it covered:

An immersive guided tour will plunge you into the mining history of the Dukes of Lorraine, as you explore the galleries dug into the rock.

For even more thrills, night-time tours are available during the school holidays, adding a fascinating dimension to the experience!

A museum is also available for guided or self-guided tours, to continue the experience after the visit to the mine (duration 45min, translated into English, German and Dutch).

A new feature not to be missed: an Escape Game in the heart of the mine! You’ll enter the mine corridors with a riddle, but be warned, you only have 1h30 to solve it and get out… Find out more here.

Access and conditions

Hautes-Mynes du Thillot is open every day from1 April, from 10am to 7pm (last tour at 4.30pm). Reservations are strongly recommended if you are coming with your family or in a group.

The mine corridors can be explored by anyone aged 5 and over, as the route is not difficult and is perfectly suited to families. Les Hautes-Mynes du Thillot has also been awarded the Famille Plus label!

Prices for the complete visit (mine and museum): €11 adults / €8.5 children (aged 5 to 17). Find out all about this activity in the heart of the Ballon des Hautes-Vosges here.