Camino Francés - 01 vs GR 221 Ruta de Pedra en Sec
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
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| Camino Francés - 01 | GR 221 Ruta de Pedra en Sec | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 116 mi186 km | 84 mi136 km |
| Elevation gain | 8,291 ft2,527 m | 13,691 ft4,173 m |
| Typical duration | 8 days | 7 days |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | International | National |
| Country | Spain | Spain |
| Best time to hike | Best from June to September | — |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Camino Francés - 01 vs GR 221 Ruta de Pedra en Sec: which should you hike?
At 116 mi186 km, Camino Francés - 01 is the longer route — roughly 31 mi50 km more than GR 221 Ruta de Pedra en Sec (84 mi136 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, GR 221 Ruta de Pedra en Sec is the gentler pick. Check the elevation and best-season rows above, then open each route for the full guide and a free GPX download.