Frequently asked questions

Looking for information for your stay at Lac Blanc?
Here, we have all the answers to your questions!

No, swimming is prohibited year-round in Lac Blanc for safety reasons. Nearby, swimming is possible outdoors at Lac de Gérardmer (Vosges 88) or at the Colmar-Houssen water sports center (68). Alternatively, head to the Arc-en-Ciel aquatic center in Kaysersberg, where you can relax in peace.

Are dogs allowed on the hiking trails around Lac Blanc?

Yes, dogs are allowed on all the hiking trails at Lac Blanc Station (even in nature reserves) as long as they are kept on a leash and stay with you on the trails, even when crossing through nature reserves.

Is bivouac allowed at Lac Blanc Station?

In general, bivouacking is permitted from sunset to sunrise. It is important to note that this is bivouacking, not camping: you are allowed to set up your shelter on the trail at dusk, but you must leave the area by sunrise. Stay on the trails, keep noise to a minimum to respect wildlife, do not make fires, and take your trash with you!

Please note that in the Tanet-Gazon du Faing nature reserve, bivouacking is allowed but only without a shelter. At Tête des Faux, bivouacking is not permitted at all. You can find all the regulations for sensitive areas on our page “Bivouac”.

Is it allowed to light a fire at Lac Blanc Station?

No, even if you have a strong desire for a barbecue, roasted marshmallows, or simply to keep warm, all fires are prohibited and dangerous. A few years ago, a hiker accidentally set fire to 25 hectares of peat bogs despite the ban. Besides the danger this poses, you also risk a fine of €135.

Can you pick wild blueberries (brimbelles) on the ridges at Lac Blanc Station?

The picking of wild blueberries is allowed from sunrise to sunset on unenclosed land, unless otherwise indicated, and is only permitted for personal consumption (picking is limited to 5 liters).

Use of a comb is allowed, provided it does not exceed a maximum width of 20 cm. It must be used carefully to avoid damaging blueberry bush stems. In forests or private lands, picking is only permitted with the owner’s consent. A prefectoral decree of 20 June 2024 establishes these rules for both the Vosges and Haut-Rhin departments.

Can you ride the ski chairlift at Lac Blanc Station on foot?

Yes, it is possible to ride the ski chairlift on foot between Lac Blanc 900 (Vallon) and Lac Blanc 1200 (Col du Calvaire). The descent is free, while the ascent costs €4.60 per person.

When you go down the Tricky Track rail sled, where do you end up at the finish?

It’s a loop, so you arrive back at the starting point of the rail sled.