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GR 20 Principale vs Via Cluny Etape 25

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 25
Distance 112 mi181 km 9.3 mi15 km
Elevation gain 29,646 ft9,036 m 1,250 ft381 m
Typical duration 10 days 1 day
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, March, May
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GR 20 Principale vs Via Cluny Etape 25: which should you hike?

At 112 mi181 km, GR 20 Principale is the longer route — roughly 103 mi166 km more than Via Cluny Etape 25 (9.3 mi15 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 25 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.