Nordic Walking Menu Heritage and ToursSceneries and MenHistory of MenGeology and ClimateLandscapesHautes-VosgesThe “Plateau des Mille Etangs”Fougerolles and Val d’Ajol ValleysBallons of Franche-ComtéVosgian ValleysHaut-Rhin ValleysWine-growing FoothillsNatural HeritageOrchardsForestsHigh StubbleLakes, Ponds, PeatlandsRavines, Cliffs and Scree SlopesCalcareous GrasslandsLocal Products and CraftsmanshipThe Park Certification LabelDrink ProducersThe Granite IndustryThe Wood IndustryMeat ProducersMedicinal and Aromatic PlantsMineral and Natural Spring WatersFruit and VegetablesProductsFougerolles Orchards and KirschFish FarmingVosgian Cattle BreedCheesesSmall Fruit, Aromatic and Medicinal PlantsAlsatian WineSmoked Meats and AndouillesFarmhouse-InnsFarm ShopsCraftsmanshipTextileGraniteLava SandstoneWood industryFarm MarketsCultural HeritageThermal HeritageIndustrial HeritageFarmsCountry of Art and HistoryReligious HeritageIntangible Cutural HeritageHeritage and MemoryCastlesThematic Roads and TracksTourist RoutesTreetop Adventure ParkBarefoot TrailsEnvironment Awareness StructuresParks and Botanical GardensMuseums and Heritage SitesThermal BathsVenues for Shows, Exhibitions and FestivalsAt the Park DoorsColmarRemiremontBelfortLureMulhouseLuxeuil-les-BainsSaint-Dié-des-VosgesNature activitiesSylvotherapyNordic WalkingGuided Walks and Discovery trailsLandscape walks along the Crest RoadA Farm, A HikePedestrian HikesClub Vosgien / Club Alpin (Vosgian / Alpine Clubs)Reception Centres for Educational StaysTrail RunningMountain Biking and Cyclo-TourismEquine ActivitiesClimbingHang GlidingAeromodelismFishingWater SportsWinter ActivitiesNature staysCamping in Nature‘Valeurs Parc’ certified Furnished Accommodation and GuesthousesHotels and restaurantsOriginating from Finland, Nordic Walking is an invigorating walking technique using poles that has been growing in popularity over the years. The Vosges mountains are particularly well suited to Nordic Walking.Qualified mountain guides will teach you how to practice this healthy sport with poles specifically designed to propel you forward while walking in order to relieve your joints. It is also a great opportunity for delightful walks in nature amid the scenic ‘Ballons des Vosges’ Park. The guide explains the history behind the sites as well as their natural and patrimonial wealth.‘Valeurs Parc’ certified Mountain GuidesMountain guides are certified nature professionals share their extensive knowledge of the Vosges Massif with the people they accompany on hikes. True professionals of nature, they make the mountains safely accessible to the general public while raising their awareness of the environment and fragile habitats. The national certification label ‘Valeurs Parc naturel régional’ rewards mountain guides who undertake to uphold the values of the ‘Valeurs Parc naturel régional’ label. It represents three strong values: human, environmental preservation, and attachment to the territory.During the walks and hikes, the guides share their knowledge and love of the area. they are committed to respecting nature and guiding you around the local landscapes and natural environments. Depending on the duration and themes of the walks, you can share privileged moments of conviviality with the local men and women.‘Valeurs Parc’ certified Mountain Guides specialised in Nordic WalkingPhilippe BeaudGrégory BonnePierre GuidatVanessa SavignardGilbert SchmittSylvie Triboulot