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VOSGES: MOUNTAIN LAKES AND ALPINE SPA HERITAGE BEAUTY

Peaks pierce the clouds. Alpine lakes reflect the green. Thermal waters soothe the soul. The Vosges whisper peacefully, fully customizable.

≈ 11
Days
263
Km
10
Stops
📖 6 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Set out to discover history and heritage at Épinal. Gérardmer sparkles with mountain lake charm and beauty. La Bresse shelters alpine meadows. Amid the mountains, come discover this region's treasures.

Your day-by-day itinerary

1
Day

Epinal

valley gateway mountain history

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2 photos
Day 1
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Discover

1
Épinal imagery.
2
Saint-Maurice Basilica.
3
Lake Gérardmer (largest lake in the Vosges).
4
Station.
🎯

Activities

→
Moselle.
→
Cotton grass (peat bogs).
→
Lakes (Retournemer).
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Next stop
Distance: 43.9 km
Travel time: 1h28
2
Day

Gerardmer

lake mirror mountain green

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8 photos
Day 2
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Discover

1
Observatory Tower.
2
Largest ski resort in the Vosges.
3
Hohneck (summit).
🎯

Activities

→
Longemer).
→
Hautes-Vosges Confectionery.
→
Nordic skiing.
+1 Optional activities
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Next stop
Distance: 9.4 km
Travel time: 19min
3
Day

La Bresse

meadow mountain ski tradition

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4 photos
Day 3
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Discover

1
Lake Longemer.
2
Abbey (former).
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Activities

→
Canonesses.
→
Roman baths.
→
Princes' Pavilion.
+1 Optional activities
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Next stop
Distance: 11.7 km
Travel time: 23min
4
Day

Xonrupt Longemer

twin lake mountain sanctuary

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7 photos
Day 4
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Discover

1
Arcades on Charles-de-Gaulle street.
2
Thermal spa (Napoleon III).
3
Imperial park.
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Activities

→
Mineral waters.
→
Springs.
→
1900 Architecture.
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Next stop
Distance: 33.8 km
Travel time: 1h08
5
Day

Remiremont

river town textile heritage

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5 photos
Day 5
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Discover

1
Belle Époque architecture.
2
Source.
3
Thermal gallery.
🎯

Activities

→
Renaissance Heritage.
→
Mouzon.
→
14-18 Heritage.
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Next stop
Distance: 14.8 km
Travel time: 30min
6
Day

Plombieres Les Bains

spa thermal healing waters

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5 photos
Day 6
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Discover

1
Battle Museum (Czechoslovakia 1918).
2
Thermal baths.
3
Imperial park.
🎯

Activities

→
Vosges Saône.
→
Princes' Pavilion.
→
Augronne Valley.
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Next stop
Distance: 60.4 km
Travel time: 1h
7
Day

Vittel

mineral spring water tradition

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5 photos
Day 7
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Discover

1
Thermal park.
2
Belle Époque architecture.
3
Source.
🎯

Activities

→
Thermal baths.
→
Golf.
→
Hippodrome.
+1 Optional activities
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Next stop
Distance: 6.1 km
Travel time: 12min
8
Day

Contrexeville

spa thermal tradition gateway

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3 photos
Day 8
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Discover

1
Thermal spa.
2
Thermal gallery.
3
Park.
4
Casino.
🎯

Activities

→
Thermal baths.
→
Springs.
→
Golf.
+1 Optional activities
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Next stop
Distance: 31.2 km
Travel time: 1h02
9
Day

Neufchateau

market town medieval crown

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2 photos
Day 9
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Discover

1
Saint-Nicolas Church.
2
Renaissance town hall.
3
Saint-Christophe Church.
🎯

Activities

→
Renaissance Heritage.
→
Mouzon.
→
Markets.
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Next stop
Distance: 51.2 km
Travel time: 51min
10
Day

Darney

village market regional center

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5 photos
Day 10
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Discover

1
Battle Museum (Czechoslovakia 1918).
2
Church.
🎯

Activities

→
14-18 Heritage.
→
Forest.
→
Vosges Saône.

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What weather should you expect?

Spring (April-June): Perfect weather, blooming countryside, ideal for all regions, moderate crowds, excellent value, romantic atmosphere.

Summer (July-August): Warmest weather, peak tourist season, highest prices, crowded attractions, perfect for Mediterranean coast, festival season.

Fall (September-October): Harvest season, comfortable temperatures, fewer crowds, wine regions spectacular, excellent photography, good value.

Winter (November-March): Christmas markets, ski season Alps, fewer crowds, lowest prices, cozy indoor attractions, cultural experiences.

How many days should I plan?

We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 9 and 13 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.

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