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Gérardmer in summer

Your stay in Gérardmer

    Balade à la grande cascade de Tendon

    Enjoy the pleasures of water in Gérardmer

    Lakes, streams, rivers, waterfalls... In Gérardmer, water is a source of shared pleasure and happiness. Even more so in summer, when it's soothingly cool!

    Gérardmer has 3 natural lakes of glacial origin that make up the "Valley of Lakes". At 115.5 hectares, Lac de Gérardmer is the largest natural lake in the Vosges. Here you can enjoy a wide range of water sports, including canoeing, kayaking, windsurfing and paddle boarding. On one of the supervised beaches, put your towel down and share some memorable moments with your family. What's on the programme? Sand castles, waterslides, diving boards or sunbathing on the sand.

    A few kilometres away, Lac de Longemer, a listed natural site, has a wilder feel than its famous neighbour and can be explored on foot or by pedalo. A little further afield, Lac de Retournemer is the last of the valley's lakes and a pleasant place to take a stroll.

    If you prefer a bracing, tumultuous waterfall, you'll be well served by the waterfalls accessible from Gérardmer. They all offer great walks and pleasant cool breaks in summer. Not to be missed are the Charlemagne and Saut des Cuves waterfalls .

    gazon-du-faing

    Walks & hikes around Gérardmer

    Here, happiness is not at the end of the road... it's the road itself. In Gérardmer, the many hiking trails invite you to explore a rich and fascinating natural environment, culminating in the pleasure of contemplating a breathtaking panorama. Don't miss the scenic walks along the Route des Crêtes, or the various circuits leading to the Hohneck, the peak that dominates the ridges separating Alsace from Lorraine.

    As a family or with friends, don't hesitate to hire the services of a mountain guide. You're guaranteed an incredible experience in the heart of nature, up close to the emblematic chamois that inhabit the area. You can also choose themed or child-friendly hikes: orienteering, fauna and flora, tales and legends, treasure hunts...

    If you're looking for a more sporty way to explore the area, why not try your hand at running on one of the seven "Stations de Trail" circuits, or get on your mountain bike and pedal along the 345 kilometres of signposted trails.

    Massif du Hohneck

    The pearl of the Vosges and its breathtaking landscapes

    At the heart of the Ballons des Vosges Regional Nature Park, the Gérardmer area offers an astonishing diversitý of natural environments. From the famous "ballons" to the rounded peaks sheltering the hautes chaumes (high altitude moors), via the majestic forests to the lakes nestling in the hollows of the valleys, the landscape reveals its thousand faces to lovers of nature and wide open spaces.

    Here, you'll have the chance of a lifetime to watch the sun set over the Hohneck, to plunge into the shade of the forest, to be lulled by the lapping of the water and to admire the sparkling colours of the flora that blooms in the summer months.

    Among the eleven outstanding natural areas in the region, don't miss the Tanet - Gazon du Faing national nature reserve. It offers breathtaking panoramas and is home to exceptional flora and fauna that must be protected. You can explore the different facets of the area on a specially prepared trail. The peat bogs, particularly the Grand Etang peat bog in the Bas-Rupts Nordic ski area, are also well worth a visit. They are formidable reservoirs of life, teeming with an entire ecosystem.

    CDHV / usine de fabrication

    Gérardmer, a land of textiles and gourmet delights

    Heritage, terroir, gastronomy... Gérardmer will also delight curious and gourmet minds.

    The town pulsates to the rhythm of the textile industry, for which it has been renowned for almost two centuries. Take a behind-the-scenes look at this long-standing tradition and gain a better understanding of its age-old know-how. With production sites, shops, a museum and themed walks, you'll know all about household linen.

    In Gérardmer, you can also delve into the heart of the Vosges terroir. Book a table at a farmhouse inn to enjoy the unmissable Marcaire meal. This traditional menu from the Hautes-Vosges usually consists of a soup, a meat pie from the valley, smoked pork accompanied by toffailles (stewed potatoes with onions and bacon), followed by Munster cheese and a dessert, fromage blanc fermier flavoured with kirsch or tarte aux myrtilles (or brimbelles in Vosges dialect).

    Finally, to satisfy your gastronomic curiosity, book a visit to one of the town's sweet shops. You'll be able to sample some delicious Vosges sweets!

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