GR11 Senda Pirenaica landscape

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GR11 Senda Pirenaica

~46 days · 519.7 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point

Quick facts

Distance519.7 mi
Days out46
Elevation gain195,994 ft
Gain / mile377 ft
High point9,173 ft
Difficulty index92/100

What the GR11 Senda Pirenaica is known for

The GR11 Senda Pirenaica crosses the Spanish Pyrenees from Cabo Higuer to Cap de Creus. The Spanish GR federation stage page lists 46 main-route stages totaling 835.6 km; this OSM-only hand-chained main line measures 836.4 km. It excludes separately labeled GR11 variants.

Route map & campsites

Route map of the GR11 Senda Pirenaica on OpenStreetMap terrain Open in Planner →

Route shape from OpenStreetMap geometry. Start · End · Camp

Elevation profile

Elevation ranges from 108 ft to 29,816 ft over 519.7 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).

  • Uphill 238.2 mi · 46%
  • Downhill 199.5 mi · 38%
  • Flat 81.9 mi · 16%

Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.

How hard is the GR11 Senda Pirenaica?

92 / 100

On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the GR11 Senda Pirenaica scores 92/100, 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 many days does the GR11 Senda Pirenaica take?

Most backpackers hike the GR11 Senda Pirenaica in about 46 days (45 nights out) over its 519.7 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.

How much elevation gain is on the GR11 Senda Pirenaica?

The GR11 Senda Pirenaica climbs roughly 195,994 ft total — about 377 ft per mile, topping out near 9,173 ft.

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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.

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