SPHC, étape 15 vs SPHC, variante étape 05
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 15 | SPHC, variante étape 05 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 13 km | 13 km |
| Elevation gain | 405 m | 1,050 m |
| Typical duration | — | — |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | International | International |
| Country | France | France |
| Best time to hike | Best months: April, June, July, November | Best from June to August |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
SPHC, étape 15 vs SPHC, variante étape 05: which should you hike?
At 13 km, SPHC, étape 15 is the longer route — roughly 1 km more than SPHC, variante étape 05 (13 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, SPHC, variante étape 05 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.
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