Chemin du Hofried

Chemin du Hofried is an out-and-back cross-country ski trail in Grand Est, France, inside Parc naturel régional des Ballons des Vosges. It is 1.4 miles each way, 2.7 miles there and back. It runs between about 3,670 ft and 3,930 ft above sea level, with roughly 740 ft of climbing one way. It is groomed for classic skiing. The nearest town is Geishouse, about 3.2 miles north of the start. Peaks within about 3 miles include Marksteinkopf, Jungfrauenkopf and Hundskopf. Cascade du Bruscher and Cascade du Seebach are within about 3 miles. For camping, Natur'camp and Le Wagga are within about 6 miles. There are 3 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the trail shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Grooming and snow conditions change daily, so check the local trail report before you go.