Long-distance hiking · France / DT-232008507
Circuit de randonnée 2 jours : Tour du Grand Ballon et du Petit Ballon en 2 jours
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From Linthal to the ridges
Start in Linthal in the upper Lauch valley. The first day heads towards Gustiberg and Lac du Ballon, climbs Grand Ballon and continues towards Le Markstein and Steinlebach.
Back by Petit Ballon
The second part links the ridges to Petit Ballon before descending towards Linthal. Forest lake, open summit and upland pastures give the loop varied scenery and terrain.
A compact but physical trip
The tourist office recommends this itinerary for regular walkers in good physical condition. Allow time within each day for climbs, breaks and changing weather on the higher ground.
Arrange the overnight stop
Choose accommodation around Le Markstein or Steinlebach and confirm availability for your dates. Compare its position with the GPX before deciding how far to walk each day.
Notable places
At a glance
- Source GPX length
- 40.17 km · measured along the downloaded official file
- Waymarking
- Club Vosgien network; signs vary between sections
- Tourism data
- Office de tourisme de la Région de Guebwiller · 2026-03-20 · DATAtourisme · Open Licence 2.0
- Start
- Linthal
Metrics calculated from the Trailboard track
Plan your hike
Break down the route
Examine the GPX elevation profile and set stages or breaks according to the climbs and your pace.
Office de tourisme de la Région de Guebwiller · 2026-03-20 ↗Confirm useful services
Check meals, water and accommodation directly for your dates; carry supplies for sections without a confirmed stop.
Office de tourisme de la Région de Guebwiller · 2026-03-20 ↗Match map and trail
Download the track and identify waymarking changes on the route sheet before departure. Check local trail information too.
Office de tourisme de la Région de Guebwiller · 2026-03-20 ↗Plan your hike
Add confirmed stops to your route so you can account for their approaches and keep time in reserve.
Official sources and resources
DATAtourisme · GPX 232008507 · Office de tourisme de la Région de Guebwiller
Official tourism GPX published through DATAtourisme; one continuous track representing the proposed route. Accommodation approaches and variants outside the file require separate calculations.
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