GR 105 vs SPHC, étape 15
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
Units
| GR 105 | SPHC, étape 15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 1.8 mi3 km | 8.1 mi13 km |
| Elevation gain | 581 ft177 m | 1,322 ft403 m |
| Typical duration | 1 day | 1 day |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | National | International |
| Country | France | France |
| Best time to hike | Best from June to August | Best months: April, June, July, November |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
GR 105 vs SPHC, étape 15: which should you hike?
At 8.1 mi13 km, SPHC, étape 15 is the longer route — roughly 6.3 mi10 km more than GR 105 (1.8 mi3 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, GR 105 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.