Starting from Gérardmer, this route heads north while skipping the big climbs in the area. It’s a perfect pick for a coffee ride. Stop in Corcieux if you’re feeling it, or wait until you’re back in Gérardmer.

Out of La Bresse, the ride starts with the climb to Col du Rothenbach, then rolls on toward Col de Breitfirst. From there, you’ll drop down the Col du Platzerwasel into Munster. The next climb up Hohrodberg takes you past Le Linge and several First World War cemeteries, adding some history to the ride. A smooth descent follows before the final push to Lac Blanc and the top of Col du Calvaire. From there, it’s a long descent all the way back to La Bresse.

Leaving from Thillot, this route is never flat, always up or down. Start easy with Col des Croix to get the legs going, then dig in on the steeper Col des Chevrères. After descending into Plancher-les-Mines, you're straight into the iconic (Super) Planche des Belles Filles. Cap it off with Ballon de Servance before dropping back down. The descent to Col des Croix can be rough in places, so keep your focus. From there, it's an easy roll back into town. If you don't feel like it you can skipp the Planche des Belles Fille and ride it another day.