Castles and Vineyards in the Pays de Barr

Departure from Barr, ascent to Château du Landsberg then Spesbourg and Haut-Andlau. Passing through the remarkable villages of Andlau and Mittelbergheim (label Les Plus Beaux Villages de France) and returning to the wine-growing town of Barr.

Clothing suitable for the season and conditions (cold, heat, humidity…).

Hiking shoes appropriate for the terrain (even for children!).

Telescopic poles (useful for stability and to relieve joints).

Mobile phone and spare battery if needed.

Bring the IGN map 3717 ET Barr.

Check the general and local weather ensuring no precipitation. Gather information on the approach walk, itinerary height, travel time, possible escape routes (IGN map, GPS, guidebook, etc.).

Assess possible risks by consulting mountain professionals, refuges, lodgings.

Inform a close contact of your objective and contact them again in case of changes: departure and return times, number of participants with each person's phone number, vehicle(s), parking.

Avoid going alone, use equipment suitable for the activity, properly adjusted and in good condition, headlamp, complete first aid kit, survival blanket, etc.

TER Strasbourg-Barr www.ter.sncf.com

Indicative travel time: 40 min from Strasbourg Station

Tourist Office of Pays de Barr paysdebarr.fr/visiter

Club Vosgien www.club-vosgien.eu

GR® is a trademark of FFRandonnée registered with INPI.

The logos and signs of the Club Vosgien markings are trademarks registered with INPI.

Traversée du Massif des Vosges www.massif-des-vosges.com/traversee-du-massif.htm

Chemin des Châteaux-forts d'Alsace www.chateauxfortsalsace.com/fr/etape_type/chemin-des-chateaux-alsace/

An ideal hike to discover and admire beautiful views over the Rhine plain and to learn about the history of the castles of Alsace.