SPHC, étape 09 vs Via Francigena - part France - 04 Besançon - frontière
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
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| SPHC, étape 09 | Via Francigena - part France - 04 Besançon - frontière | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 8.9 mi14 km | 56 mi90 km |
| Elevation gain | 1,076 ft328 m | 5,814 ft1,772 m |
| Typical duration | 1 day | 4 days |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | International | International |
| Country | France | France |
| Best time to hike | Best months: April, June, July | Best from August to October |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
SPHC, étape 09 vs Via Francigena - part France - 04 Besançon - frontière: which should you hike?
At 56 mi90 km, Via Francigena - part France - 04 Besançon - frontière is the longer route — roughly 47 mi75 km more than SPHC, étape 09 (8.9 mi14 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, SPHC, étape 09 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.