Euro Vélo 5 Via Romea Francigena: Voie Verte Gondrexange - Sarreguemines - Saarbrucken

By bike, along the Moselle and Alsace canals

EuroVelo 5 - Via Romea Francigena offers a peaceful and immersive journey through the Moselle, over nearly 78 km between Sarreguemines and GondrexangeThis route mainly follows the Saar canalguaranteeing a pleasant and safe cycle path, ideal for families and cycling enthusiasts, whether on a regular bike or an e-bike.

From Sarreguemines, a town marked by its earthenware heritage, cyclists can visit the Earthenware Museum and stroll through the winter garden before following the greenway along the canalized Saar River. SarralbeThe Church of Saint Martin, nicknamed the “Saar Cathedral,” bears witness to a rich historical past. Further on, Harskirchen reveals the nature reserve the Honau, classified as a Natura 2000 site, offering an exceptional setting for nature lovers.

The route continues through theBossue Alsace and the land of ponds, a unique landscape where deep forests give way to bodies of water like the pond of Stock or that of Gondrexange. Rhodes, Sainte-Croix Wildlife Park promises an enchanting break in contact with animals roaming in semi-freedom.

Upon arriving in Gondrexange, cyclists can consult the route map to consider a connection with the Marne-Rhine canalThose who wish to extend the adventure can follow the Saar Valley by bike.

With its flat route and varied landscapes, the EuroVelo 5 between Sarreguemines and Gondrexange is an invitation to discovery, accessible to all lovers of cycle touring.