La Vologne en Roue Libre cycle route

An accessible and varied cyclosportive loop, ideal for a road bike outing between lakes, valleys and Vosges passes.
48 km long, with 580 m of ascent, it offers a fine balance of rolling sections, steady climbs and forest panoramas.

From the Domaine de Longemer campsite in Xonrupt-Longemer, head towards Gérardmer. As you enter the town, turn right onto the D423 towards Granges / Bruyères. The route then passes through Kichompré and the Kertoff, a superb glacial valley where you follow the Vologne river in a calm, shady setting.

At the river crossing, turn right towards Champ de Roches. The road gradually rises to Barbey-Séroux, before tackling the Col des Arrentès, the first major climb of the route. Continue on towards Corcieux, then tackle the Col du Plafond, the second highlight of the loop, offering fine views of the relief of the Hautes Vosges.

At the summit, turn left towards Anould, then left towards Fraize for about 1.5 km, before turning right onto the D73 towards Xonrupt-Longemer / Le Valtin. The climb up the Straiture valley is gradual, before crossing the Col du Surceneux. The final descent takes you back to Xonrupt-Longemer, then on to Lac de Longemer, for a peaceful finish between water and forest.

Tip: you can shorten the loop by returning to Gérardmer from the Col du Plafond, via Gerbépal and the Col de Martimpré, before reaching Xonrupt-Longemer. An ideal variant for adapting distance and elevation gain to suit your level of fitness or your desires.

A perfect cycling itinerary to discover the emblematic landscapes of the Hautes Vosges, between lakes, passes and forests.