GR10 Pyrenees Traverse
35 days · 575.4 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the GR10 Pyrenees Traverse is known for
The GR10 crosses the French Pyrenees from Hendaye-Plage on the Atlantic to Banyuls-sur-Mer on the Mediterranean. Cicerone describes the 954 km main itinerary in 55 numbered stages; this OSM-only main-line geometry measures 926.1 km. Six lettered alternatives in the guide and OSM members tagged alternative, alternate, variant, excursion, approach, connection, link, shortcut, or access are excluded. Camp markers are evenly spaced planning divisions, not campsite assertions.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 66 ft to 28,084 ft over 575.4 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 253.4 mi · 44%
- Downhill 252.6 mi · 44%
- Flat 69.3 mi · 12%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the GR10 Pyrenees Traverse?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the GR10 Pyrenees Traverse scores 98/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How high does the GR10 Pyrenees Traverse go?
The GR10 Pyrenees Traverse tops out near 8,960 ft over its 575.4 miles.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.