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GR 20 Principale vs Via Cluny Etape 24

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 20 Principale Via Cluny Etape 24
Distance 112 mi181 km 18 mi29 km
Elevation gain 29,646 ft9,036 m 328 ft100 m
Typical duration 10 days 2 days
Difficulty
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network National International
Country France France
Best time to hike Best months: June, August Best months: February, September, October
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GR 20 Principale vs Via Cluny Etape 24: which should you hike?

At 112 mi181 km, GR 20 Principale is the longer route — roughly 94 mi152 km more than Via Cluny Etape 24 (18 mi29 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 24 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.