Lac de Gérardmer
Plus grand lac naturel des Vosges, tour libre de 6,5 km, plages publiques et activités nautiques.
2h
Budget guide
Vosges: what to do, budget and how to get there
NatureOutdoorsFoodfrom January to December
Deep forests, glacial lakes, farm inns and the panoramic Route des Crêtes. Expect around 12 € for a budget meal on the ground. The best time to visit runs from January to December. It is a great pick for travellers into nature, outdoors, food. Below you will find real observed prices for getting there, eating, sleeping and things to do — and you can generate a full day-by-day itinerary for free.
How to get there
From Paris(estimated)
Train from €30· 4 hBus from €22· 5 h 30
From Strasbourg(estimated)
Train from €15· 1 h 15Bus from €9· 1 h 50
From Nancy(estimated)
Train from €20· 1 h 15Bus from €11· 2 h
"From" prices, one-way per person, as listed on Omio. They vary with date and how far ahead you book.
What to do there
Free
Sommet du Hohneck
Troisième plus haut sommet des Vosges (1 363 m) accessible depuis la route des Crêtes, panorama sur la plaine d'Alsace.
1h
Route des Crêtes
Route panoramique de 73 km le long de la ligne de crête, fermes-auberges et vues sur Vosges et Forêt-Noire.
3h
Lac de Longemer
Lac glaciaire de 76 ha entouré de forêts, sentier de tour de lac et plage gratuite.
1h30
Lac de Retournemer
Petit lac sauvage de 6 ha au pied du Hohneck, point de départ de randonnées vers les Spitzkoepfe.
1h
Thermes de Plombières-les-Bains
Espace bien-être Calodaé : bains, hammam, sauna alimentés par l'eau thermale chaude des Vosges.
2h
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get there from Paris?
The cheapest option we found is the bus from €22 one-way. Compare schedules and book early to keep that fare.
When is the best time to visit?
The best window runs from January to December. Outside it, prices drop but some activities may be closed.
What is there to do?
Highlights include: Lac de Gérardmer, Sommet du Hohneck, Route des Crêtes. See the full list with prices and durations in our guide above.
