The Tour des Ballons des Vosges

Clothing adapted to the season and conditions (cold, hot, wet…)

Hiking boots suitable for the terrain (even for children!)

Telescopic poles (useful for stability and relieving joints)

Mobile phone and spare battery if needed

Before setting off:   

Check general and local weather, ensuring no precipitation Get information on the approach walk, route height, duration, possible escape routes (IGN map, GPS, guidebook, etc.) Assess possible risks by consulting mountain professionals, shelters, lodges Inform someone close about your objective and contact them if plans change: departure and return times, number of participants with each phone number, vehicle(s), parking Avoid leaving alone, use equipment suitable for the activity, adjusted and in good condition, headlamp, complete first aid kit, survival blanket, etc.

In case of problem

Call 112 (European emergency number)

5 key points to relay your alert:  

Where? town, location, route, altitude Who? identity, phone number What? type of accident, number of victims, severity, fall dynamics When? time of the accident Weather? wind, visibility

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This route is well served by public transport (train) with TER stations at Munster (68000) and Remiremont (88200).

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