Le Markstein

If you’re just learning to ski, Le Markstein has a special beginner’s area, with 3 green runs and 1 blue.

Le Markstein’s ski school is installing a children’s area with a rope tow so that kids can have fun and learn to ski safely. It’s specially designed for 4-to-6-year-olds. Learning to ski is child’s play!

For the more adventurous, the resort offers a snowpark and boardercross. 

The slalom run at Le Markstein is open access, and every year hosts International Ski Federation competitions. 

You can also try new winter sports such as snowkiting, on the mountain pastures at Le Steinlebach.

Hire your gear (skis, boots, snowshoes etc.) at the resort.

Markstein Grand-Ballon Nordic ski area

The Nordic ski area at Le Markstein offers 40 km of groomed and signed trails, from Le Grand-Ballon to Breitfirst at altitudes of between 1,150 m and 1,343 m. 

Enjoy the vast expanses of snow-covered landscapes while classic cross-country skiing or notch up the kilometres skate skiing. Whichever style you prefer, you’ll find the perfect trail here! 

And if you’re happier not straying too far from the facilities, there’s a specially designed Nordic Park in the centre of the resort itself with 4 loops of varying degrees of difficulty.

Want to get away from it all and explore the mountains a different way? There’s a choice of 6 snowshoe trails starting from Le Markstein. 

Downhill skiing at Le Grand-Ballon

The highest point in the Vosges Mountains, at an altitude of 1,424 m, Le Grand-Ballon offers skiers spectacular views of the Alsace plain, the Black Forest and the Alps.

Le Grand-Ballon ski area comprises 9 downhill runs catering to all levels and accessed via 3 drag lifts. There’s also a rope tow on the nursery slope.

From the top of the slopes at Le Grand Ballon, you can link up with Le Markstein on cross-country or snowshoe trails.

Leisure activities and fun for all the family!

Have a go on the Markstein mountain coaster and hurtle down the slopes of the Jungfrauenkopf in complete safety. Securely harnessed in your seat, on your own or with a partner, enjoy a hair-raising ride on this sledge on rails. With its accelerations, thrusts and sharp turns, thrills are guaranteed!

Pit yourself against your family or friends on the 12-hole mini-golf with obstacles or mobilise your inner Robin Hood during an archery taster session.

Families can enjoy beautiful views and find out more about the natural environment on our four easy 1- or 2-hour walks.

Set off on the blueberry trail with an activity book and a map and find the 9 clues in the “Adventures of Rose and Louis in the Hahnenbrunnen” treasure hunt.

Whatever your preference, level or type of bike, there’s a trail for you at the Markstein Bike park. Runs range from an easy but technical green to a steep black with multiple features.

Get a bird’s-eye view of the country and its natural landscapes! Le Treh is a perfect spot for paragliding or hang-gliding. At an altitude of 1,206 m, it’s one of the largest sites in eastern France, with endless possibilities for flights in all directions.

Le Markstein guarantees something for everyone!