Camino Francés - 07 Cacabelos a Palas de Rei 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 - 07 Cacabelos a Palas de Rei | GR 221 Ruta de Pedra en Sec | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 78 mi126 km | 84 mi136 km |
| Elevation gain | 6,512 ft1,985 m | 13,691 ft4,173 m |
| Typical duration | 6 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 August | — |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Camino Francés - 07 Cacabelos a Palas de Rei vs GR 221 Ruta de Pedra en Sec: which should you hike?
At 84 mi136 km, GR 221 Ruta de Pedra en Sec is the longer route — roughly 6.5 mi10 km more than Camino Francés - 07 Cacabelos a Palas de Rei (78 mi126 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Camino Francés - 07 Cacabelos a Palas de Rei 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.
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