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GR 20 Principale vs Via Cluny Etape 14

A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.

GR 20 Principale Via Cluny Etape 14
Distance 173 km 25 km
Elevation gain 9,520 m 253 m
Typical duration
Difficulty
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network National International
Country France France
Best time to hike Best months: June, August Best from August to October
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GR 20 Principale vs Via Cluny Etape 14: which should you hike?

At 173 km, GR 20 Principale is the longer route — roughly 148 km more than Via Cluny Etape 14 (25 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Via Cluny Etape 14 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.