HomeTrailsSPHC, étape 12 vs Via Cluny variante Dole Etape 2

SPHC, étape 12 vs Via Cluny variante Dole Etape 2

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

SPHC, étape 12 Via Cluny variante Dole Etape 2
Distance 23 km 22 km
Elevation gain 637 m 398 m
Typical duration
Difficulty
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network International International
Country France France
Best time to hike Best months: January, April, June, July, November Best months: March, April, October
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SPHC, étape 12 vs Via Cluny variante Dole Etape 2: which should you hike?

At 23 km, SPHC, étape 12 is the longer route — roughly 1 km more than Via Cluny variante Dole Etape 2 (22 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 variante Dole Etape 2 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.