Route des Crêtes, Scenic mountain road in Vosges Mountains, France
The Route des Crêtes extends 77 kilometers through the Southern Vosges Mountains, reaching elevations between 295 and 1,342 meters above sea level.
French military forces constructed this mountain road during World War I to facilitate troop movements and supply operations between France and Alsace.
Traditional farm-restaurants along the route serve regional specialties including munster cheese, meat pies, and locally produced dairy products.
The road closes annually from mid-November through April due to heavy snowfall, transforming into cross-country ski trails during winter months.
This mountain road follows the historic Franco-German border, offering views of both the Black Forest and Rhine Valley from multiple vantage points.
Location: Haut-Rhin
Location: Vosges
GPS coordinates: 48.06945,7.02195
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:38
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.
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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