Col de la Schlucht, Mountain pass in Vosges Mountains, France
The Col de la Schlucht rises to 1139 meters between Munster and Gerardmer, connecting the regions of Alsace and Lorraine through the D417 road.
From 1871 to 1918, this mountain pass marked the strategic border point between France and Germany following the Treaty of Frankfurt.
The name Schlucht comes from German language, referring to the gorge formation that characterizes this section of the Vosges mountain range.
The pass features two ski lifts leading to Trois Fours at 1246 meters, with blue slopes and parking facilities near restaurants.
The Tour de France has incorporated this mountain pass eight times since World War II, with the first inclusion during the 1931 race.
Location: Le Valtin
Location: Stosswihr
Elevation above the sea: 1,139 m
Address: Col de la Schlucht, 88230 Le Valtin, France 88230 Le Valtin 88230 Le Valtin
GPS coordinates: 48.06417,7.02266
Latest update: June 2, 2025 06:25
Alsace displays its heritage through castles, museums, and gardens. The region features nature trails in the Vosges, botanical collections, and medieval fortresses. Visitors find historic wine cellars, traditional village squares, and an astronomical observatory. The industrial past reflects in textile museums.
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