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Via Cluny Etape 26 vs Via Cluny variante Dole Etape 1

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

Via Cluny Etape 26 Via Cluny variante Dole Etape 1
Distance 20 km 30 km
Elevation gain 460 m 232 m
Typical duration
Difficulty
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network International International
Country France France
Best time to hike Best from May to May Best months: March, April, October
map Route & GPX map Route & GPX

Via Cluny Etape 26 vs Via Cluny variante Dole Etape 1: which should you hike?

At 30 km, Via Cluny variante Dole Etape 1 is the longer route — roughly 10 km more than Via Cluny Etape 26 (20 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 Etape 26 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.