Circuit du col de Sainte-Marie

Parc naturel régional des Ballons des Vosges, Grand Est, France

9.3 miles (14.9 km) · 1,832 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Circuit du col de Sainte-Marie is a 9.3-mile loop route in Parc naturel régional des Ballons des Vosges, Grand Est, France, gaining 1,832 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 3.2 miles gaining 1,212 feet at an average 9.2% grade. About 58% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a descent.