Vosges Mountains, Mountain range in Grand Est region, France
The Vosges Mountains stretch over 70 miles parallel to the Rhine River, featuring granite peaks in the south and red sandstone formations in the north.
From 1871 to 1918, these mountains marked the border between France and Germany, following the territorial changes after the Franco-Prussian War.
The mountains contain numerous medieval castle ruins that reflect the historical importance of this region as a strategic European crossroads.
The range includes 36 skiing areas with facilities for both cross-country and downhill activities, plus marked trails for hiking and cycling.
The Vosges Mountains contain two Regional Nature Parks where glacial lakes transform from bubbling waters in summer to frozen surfaces in winter.
Location: Vosges
Location: Meurthe-et-Moselle
Location: Moselle
Location: Bas-Rhin
Location: Haut-Rhin
Location: Territoire de Belfort
Location: Haute-Saône
Elevation above the sea: 1,424 m
Address: Vosges, 67130 Grandfontaine, France 67130 Grandfontaine
GPS coordinates: 48.00000,7.00000
Latest update: July 16, 2025 11:34
France offers motorcyclists a diverse landscape, from Alpine peaks to Mediterranean coasts, including wine regions. The country is suitable for all riding styles, with demanding mountain roads, winding coastal routes, and rural paths. Key routes include the Col de la Bonette, reaching 2802 meters and connecting Ubaye to Tinée over 26 kilometers. The Gorges du Verdon feature 21 kilometers of rock-carved road, passing through tunnels and 700-meter-high cliffs. The Routes of the Great Alps cross 16 passes over 684 kilometers between Lake Geneva and the Mediterranean, with a total ascent of 15,700 meters. Mount Ventoux, accessible via three routes and standing at 1912 meters, passes through lavender fields and vineyards in Provence. Regions display striking contrasts: Corsica alternates between cliff roads and pine forests, the French Riviera combines coast and mountainous hinterland, and Dordogne winds between limestone cliffs and medieval villages. Lake Annecy connects water bodies with forested mountain passes. These routes feature technical curves, varied landscapes, and cultural sites.
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