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Grand Ballon – Grand Ballon loop from Moosch

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Grand Ballon – Grand Ballon loop from Moosch

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5.0

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Grand Ballon – Grand Ballon loop from Moosch

03:28

33.1km

1,140m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 30, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 15.8 km for 1.74 km

Closed: • November-April (otherwise open)

After 19.2 km for 3.07 km

Closed: • November-April (otherwise open)

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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15.6 km

Markstein

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Magnificent viewpoint on the Route des Crêtes, located at the crossroads of the east-west and north-south roads, near the Grand Ballon.

A renowned farm inn is located nearby, ideal for a lunch break between two cycling trips.

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22.5 km

Grand Ballon

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The Col du Grand Ballon from Moosch is 12.6 km long with a total drop of 949 m. The average gradient is 7.6% with maximum gradients of 14.5%. There are …

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22.6 km

Le Grand Ballon, elevation 1,325 m

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23.5 km

Grand Ballon

Highlight • Summit

The Grand Ballon (German: Großer Belchen), at 1,424 meters above sea level, offers a magnificent panoramic view and is the highest mountain in the Vosges Mountains.

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23.8 km

Great view

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Nice place with a fantastic view.

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24.0 km

Mountain Trail Descent in Parc Naturel Régional des Ballons des Vosges

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I only recommend the descent for experienced skiers.

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24.9 km

Haag Farm

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In fact, the Hague is one of the few farms and inns that exclusively offer products from the country house and are certified organic. All the cured meats come from …

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25.4 km

View of the "Grand Ballon"

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Just before the Col du Haag you can get a pretty good view of the Grand Ballon, now you are "up there" so to speak 🤪

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33.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.3 km

7.50 km

5.38 km

3.35 km

638 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.4 km

8.66 km

6.51 km

6.03 km

1.48 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 28 June

25°C

18°C

96 %

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Grand Ballon – Grand Ballon loop from Moosch

Markstein

Grand Ballon

Le Grand Ballon, elevation 1,325 m

Grand Ballon

Great view

Mountain Trail Descent in Parc Naturel Régional des Ballons des Vosges

Haag Farm

View of the "Grand Ballon"

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