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Front cover: Approaching Belacker (Section 7)

CONTENTS

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Cascade du Nideck (Section 3)

INTRODUCTION

Why visit the Vosges and Jura?

Imagine a landscape of rolling hills and deeply cut gorges, of ruined castles, villages with half-timbered houses, and a network of footpaths weaving through forests. All this and more can be seen in the Vosges and Jura. In some places it is possible to walk for hours in peaceful solitude, while in others, lively local towns provide a choice of distractions. This book describes a walking route linking this rich variety of landscapes, using well-marked paths to cross a slice of France.

The whole region has an excellent footpath system, well within the capabilities of any moderately fit person. These mountains are ideal for walkers, the summits being of modest height, and panoramic views make the breathless ascents worthwhile. The whole walk described in this book is a substantial undertaking, needing five or six weeks to complete, but even walking a few days along the route introduces you to some of these enchanting places.