Gérardmer

The popular holiday resort of Gérardmer (alt. 666-1,100 m/2,185-3,610ft; pop. 9,573) lies below the Col de la Schlucht in a picturesque lake district in the High Vosges. In winter there is skiing in this area, and in summer the Lac de Gérardmer, with a perimeter of 5.5km/3.5mi, offers facilities for a variety of water sports. Nearby are the lakes of Longemer and Retournemer.

There is excellent walking in the surrounding area.