GR 105 vs Via Alpina Red R130
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
| GR 105 | Via Alpina Red R130 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 6 km | 20 km |
| Elevation gain | 210 m | 821 m |
| Typical duration | — | — |
| 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 from August to September |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
GR 105 vs Via Alpina Red R130: which should you hike?
At 20 km, Via Alpina Red R130 is the longer route — roughly 14 km more than GR 105 (6 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.