Drachenbronn-Birlenbach is a region located within the Bas-Rhin department of France's Grand Est. Situated on the edge of the forest amidst rolling hills and valleys, it offers varied terrain for outdoor pursuits. The area is part of the Northern Vosges Regional Natural Park, providing a protected environment for activities. This landscape supports several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.
Drachenbronn-Birlenbach provides more than 50 routes across several sports like hiking,…
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4.5
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Average rating
1769
People visited

4.4
(38)
121
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
(19)
64
hikers
6.24km
01:42
90m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(13)
40
hikers
13.0km
03:47
340m
340m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(61)
490
hikers
7.82km
02:18
230m
230m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(4)
83
riders
39.6km
02:00
580m
580m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

32
riders
67.9km
02:50
320m
320m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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20
riders
27.2km
01:21
350m
360m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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15
riders
31.2km
01:29
370m
370m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
(6)
27
riders
20.4km
02:06
540m
540m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.0
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36
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

3.0
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14
riders
20.1km
02:01
560m
560m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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5.0
(2)
29
riders
14.5km
01:00
250m
250m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16
riders
46.8km
02:54
280m
280m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

29
riders
19.3km
02:02
550m
550m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27
riders
40.8km
03:40
830m
830m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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18
runners
23.8km
03:04
750m
750m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
runners
6.15km
00:40
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
runners
7.69km
00:59
220m
220m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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25
riders
82.9km
05:24
1,080m
1,080m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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8
riders
51.4km
03:28
730m
730m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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12
riders
63.0km
03:49
800m
800m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
9
riders
21.2km
01:32
390m
390m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Drachenbronn-Birlenbach offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Gravel biking, and Jogging. Komoot lists more than 50 routes across these sports. The region is situated within the Northern Vosges Regional Natural Park, providing diverse terrain.
The Chemin des Cimes Alsace, or Treetop Walk, is an elevated walkway ranging from 16 to 75 feet (5 to 23 meters) high above the forest floor. It features discovery stations and culminates in a 95-foot (29-meter) panoramic tower. A 246-foot (75-meter) slide is also available within the tower.
From the 95-foot (29-meter) panoramic tower of the Chemin des Cimes Alsace, visitors can experience 360° views. These vistas include the Northern Vosges, the Rhine plain, the Palatinate, and the Black Forest on clear days. The tower provides a unique perspective of the surrounding landscape.
Yes, the Chemin des Cimes Alsace is designed to be barrier-free. This allows visitors using wheelchairs and families with strollers to enjoy the elevated walk among the trees. It provides an inclusive outdoor experience.
Komoot offers several guides for the region. These include Hiking around Drachenbronn-Birlenbach, Cycling around Drachenbronn-Birlenbach, and MTB Trails around Drachenbronn-Birlenbach. Guides for Road Cycling, Gravel biking, and Running Trails are also available.
The Alsace Adventure Forest is a family-friendly attraction in the area. It is a 150,000 square foot (14,000 m²) playground featuring more than 20 play and educational facilities constructed from natural materials. The Chemin des Cimes Alsace is also accessible for families with strollers.
Drachenbronn-Birlenbach offers routes for touring cycling, mountain biking, and road cycling. Cross-border routes are popular, allowing exploration of Alsace, the Southern Palatinate, and Baden. These routes often feature themes like brewing heritage or orchard landscapes, with opportunities for stops at local producers.
Komoot features 54 routes for Drachenbronn-Birlenbach across various sports. These routes have received an average rating of 4.52 out of 5 stars from more than 3,000 ratings. Over 23,000 visitors have explored the region using komoot.
The landscape around Drachenbronn-Birlenbach integrates historical elements. Remnants of the Maginot Line, such as Ouvrage Hochwald, are present. Nearby castle ruins, including Wegelnburg Castle and Fleckenstein Castle, can also be incorporated into outdoor tours.
The official website for the municipality of Drachenbronn-Birlenbach is www.drachenbronn-birlenbach.fr. For specific inquiries about the Chemin des Cimes, the phone number is +33 3 69 50 86 00.
The Chemin des Cimes Alsace has dedicated parking facilities for visitors. Information regarding parking availability and directions can typically be found on the attraction's official website or by contacting them directly at +33 3 69 50 86 00.
The region provides numerous hiking opportunities suitable for all skill levels. This includes easy, accessible paths and options with significant elevation gain, some offering up to 5 hours of hiking. Trails extend through the town and into the Hochwald massif.

