HomeTrailsVia Alpina Red R161 vs Via Francigena France 04, Clairvaux - Perrancey-les-Vieux-Moulins

Via Alpina Red R161 vs Via Francigena France 04, Clairvaux - Perrancey-les-Vieux-Moulins

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

Via Alpina Red R161 Via Francigena France 04, Clairvaux - Perrancey-les-Vieux-Moulins
Distance 11 km 73 km
Elevation gain 463 m 882 m
Typical duration
Difficulty
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network International International
Country France France
Best time to hike Best months: June, July, August, November Best months: April, October
map Route & GPX map Route & GPX

Via Alpina Red R161 vs Via Francigena France 04, Clairvaux - Perrancey-les-Vieux-Moulins: which should you hike?

At 73 km, Via Francigena France 04, Clairvaux - Perrancey-les-Vieux-Moulins is the longer route — roughly 63 km more than Via Alpina Red R161 (11 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 R161 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.