Ballons des Vosges Regional Nature Park

For your next vacation in the Hautes Vosges, why not discover one of France’s best-known regional parks? You’ve probably already guessed it. It’s the Ballons des Vosges Regional Nature Park. The town of Corcieux, where the campsite is located, lies at the entrance to this vast hilly area in the Vosges valleys and lakes. It’s the ideal opportunity to discover it and enjoy outdoor and aquatic activities.

Ballons des Vosges Regional Nature Park, 68140 Munster

Fall under the spell of the Vosges’ magnificent landscapes

Classified as a nature park since 1975, the Ballons des Vosges Regional Nature Park covers an area of 2921 km². Stretching from the Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines valley in the north to the gates of Belfort and Luxeuil-les-Bains, it is the most densely populated of France’s regional nature parks.

Straddling two regions, Grand Est and Bourgogne Franche-Comté, it brings together 189 communes and a total population of around 238,000 across 4 départements. If you’re in the mood for a family outing in the Vosges mountains or around the Vosges lakes, this is the place for you .

Or simply spend an unforgettable vacation in the heart of nature, this is the perfect destination.

You’ll be able to contemplate magnificent forest and mountain landscapes, natural gardens and even hot-air balloons. Four peaks are also visible, the most imposing being the Grand Ballon d’Alsace at 1,424 meters above sea level.

Your Ballon des Vosges camping vacation

Au Clos de la Chaume campsite in the Vosges welcomes you to a natural setting in the heart of the Ballon des Vosges Nature Park. In fact, you’ll be welcomed to a campsite in the Vosges close to a lake, for a relaxing vacation with a change of scenery between mountains and waterholes.

In a friendly, family atmosphere, you can enjoy the setting of this magnificent regional park, as well as relaxing in the campsite swimming pool. For your camping holiday in the Ballons des Vosges, you’ll have a choice of comfortable accommodation.

These include our wide range of mobile homes , where you’ll find numerous options such as the Zen with its Nordic bath. You can also opt for a more rustic and cosy solution with our chalets at Corcieux in the Vosges, or immerse yourself in an unusual atmosphere with our converted tents.

What to do in the Ballons des Vosges Regional Nature Park ?

You’ll never be bored in this magnificent protected area. You’ll find everything you need to keep you busy during your stay at the Vosges campsite Au Clos de la Chaume.

Tourism in the Hautes Vosges

Outdoor activities: there’s a whole host of sporting activities available for you and your family in the forests of the Vosges. You can go horseback riding or mountain biking. Numerous lakes offer fishing opportunities. You can also enjoy flying or skiing.
Cultural sites to visit: if you’re a culture buff, you won’t be disappointed. The park offers you the chance to discover several castles. The region with the most isAlsace. You can also recharge your batteries by visiting the ruins or restored castles of the medieval period, including the best-known, Château du Haut Koenigsbourg. You can also discover historic sites such as the Val d’Argent (located in the Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines valley), the House of the Witches (in Bergheim), the Tête-des-Faux, etc.
Architectural surprises include the Basilique Saint-Maurice, Place Stanislas, the Porte de la Craffe and the Gothic cathedral of Saint-Epvre.
Discover the flora and fauna of the Vosges balloon: with its forests and high-altitude passes, the regional park boasts a distinctive flora and fauna. Mammals include the lynx, gray wolf, chamois and beaver, as well as reptiles and birds of prey. The most emblematic of these is the capercaillie, a large bird that lives in mountainous coniferous forests. You may well catch a glimpse of one of these species on a hike along the Rocky Trail, or on a visit to one of the region’s wildlife parks. You can also take a walk around the campsite with a mountain guide. He’ll tell you more about the flora and fauna around you (bookable in high season at the campsite reception).

If you have time, take advantage of the spas at Vittel, Contrexéville, Plombières and Bains-les-Bains.

Find out more about the park’s itineraries and actions on the official Ballon des Vosges Park website.