Via Alpina Red R120 vs Via Cluny Etape 16
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
Units
| Via Alpina Red R120 | Via Cluny Etape 16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 7.6 mi12 km | 11.0 mi17 km |
| Elevation gain | 1,585 ft483 m | 1,404 ft428 m |
| Typical duration | 1 day | 1 day |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | International | International |
| Country | France | France |
| Best time to hike | Best from August to August | Best months: April, September, October |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Via Alpina Red R120 vs Via Cluny Etape 16: which should you hike?
At 11.0 mi17 km, Via Cluny Etape 16 is the longer route — roughly 3.0 mi5 km more than Via Alpina Red R120 (7.6 mi12 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Via Alpina Red R120 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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