Trails in Alsace

Tame the Ballons and the Vosgian elevation gain 🏔️

If you think Alsace is as flat as a flammekueche, you'll quickly change your mind by tackling the Vosges Massif! Here, we come looking for pure and tough elevation gain on the slopes of the Grand Ballon or the Hohneck 🌲. The weather can be unpredictable, shifting from bright sunshine to mystical mist on the ridges in the blink of an eye ☁️. It's the perfect place to work on your endurance amid the chamois and dense forests of fir trees. The terrain is technical, dotted with roots and granite, ideal for testing out your new trail shoes before booking a race bib for big events 🏃‍♂️.

A heritage between castles and exceptional vineyards 🍷

Running in Alsace is also like taking a leap into history with every stride. You may come across the imposing silhouette of the Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle or the medieval ruins overlooking the plain 🏰. The trails wind between the vines of the famous Wine Route, where they produce the Riesling and the Gewurztraminer that are the pride of the region 🍇. It's this mix of wild nature and historical heritage, marked by celebrities like Albert Schweitzer or Sébastien Loeb, that makes each event unique. The atmosphere in villages like Riquewihr or Kaysersberg will make you forget the pain of the last kilometers 🏘️.

Gastronomy and conviviality: The Alsatian "recovery" 🥘

After the effort, comfort is sacred! In Alsace, we know how to welcome runners. Imagine crossing the finish line and swapping your energy gel for a good sauerkraut, a baeckeoffe or a slice of kouglof 🥧. It's this conviviality that boosts the region's trail calendar. Whether you participate in the mythical Trail du Haut-Barr, The Vosges Express or The Grand Ballon Races, you'll leave with memories to fill your head and a well-fed belly 🍻. Don't forget to greet the locals with a cheerful "Sali bisàmme" to fully immerse yourself in the local culture!

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