| The Club Vosgien was created in 1872 for the | | | | area. |
| development and conservation of Alsace-Lorraine's | | | | The uniform markage and lighting of these routes is |
| Haut-Rhine and Vosges Mountains. Until its creation, | | | | so good that it is virtually impossible to get lost. The |
| these regions were virtually uncharted and unfamiliar | | | | trails aim to promote the discovery of natural and |
| areas for outdoor activities and natural tourism. Hiking | | | | rural landscapes by developing practical hiking |
| routes, even those close to the villages, were | | | | continuity and the conservation of rural roads. |
| unmarked and undeveloped; mountain trails were | | | | Currently, the Club is working on digitalization of |
| inconvenient and hazardous; rest stops for weary | | | | these hiking routes. |
| hikers were nonexistent and historic castles and | | | | Beyond the maintenance and development of trails, |
| fortresses were crumbling. As the state did little to | | | | the Club Vosgien produces the "Circuits Pedestres" |
| protect and develop the region, the Club Vosgien | | | | guidebook, which recommends graded walks with |
| was established when Alsace and Lorraine came | | | | detailed maps and guides. The association ensures |
| together to create this private entity. | | | | the promotion and development of walking tourism |
| Club Vosgien's mission focuses on the protection, | | | | for all levels through the many hiking trips, family |
| development and expansion of scenic routes in the | | | | outings, trekking and cultural excursions it offers. This |
| region; the promotion of walking and hiking, the | | | | veritable institution attempts to reconcile the |
| preparation of guides and maps and other publications | | | | differences which arise between conservationism and |
| for the conservation of nature in the area. Since the | | | | the deterioration of the natural environment due to |
| late 19th century, the organization has been | | | | economic development. It educates towards the |
| responsible for the study, layout and demarcation of | | | | cultural value of green tourism, and the protection of |
| the region's hiking trails. To this end, the Club Vosgien | | | | nature through its various publications and activities. |
| has established and maintains over 16,500 km of | | | | Today, the Club Vosgien has developed into a |
| well-marked, well-lit paths, graded by colored symbols | | | | regional federation, divided into seven departments |
| for difficulty. These trails expose visitors to nature | | | | with over 113 local associations and over 34,000 |
| and provide access to outstanding scenery. The | | | | members, all focused on the conservation, protection |
| extensive and coherent network of trails covers the | | | | and development of green tourism in Alsace-Lorraine. |
| Ballons de Vosges National Park and the surrounding | | | | |