GR5 Alpine Traverse — Stages 16–18: Refuge du Thabor to Brunissard
~3 days · 39.2 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the GR5 Alpine Traverse — Stages 16–18: Refuge du Thabor to Brunissard is known for
Stages 16–18 of GR5 Alpine Traverse is an official 63.1 km point-to-point section from Refuge du Thabor to Brunissard.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 13,068 ft to 26,588 ft over 39.2 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 15.4 mi · 40%
- Downhill 22.2 mi · 57%
- Flat 1.1 mi · 3%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the GR5 Alpine Traverse — Stages 16–18: Refuge du Thabor to Brunissard?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the GR5 Alpine Traverse — Stages 16–18: Refuge du Thabor to Brunissard scores 42/100, 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 GR5 Alpine Traverse — Stages 16–18: Refuge du Thabor to Brunissard take?
Most backpackers hike the GR5 Alpine Traverse — Stages 16–18: Refuge du Thabor to Brunissard in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 39.2 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the GR5 Alpine Traverse — Stages 16–18: Refuge du Thabor to Brunissard?
The GR5 Alpine Traverse — Stages 16–18: Refuge du Thabor to Brunissard climbs roughly 15,098 ft total — about 385 ft per mile, topping out near 8,192 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0. 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.