GR5 Alpine Traverse — Stages 19–21: Brunissard to Larche
~3 days · 38.1 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the GR5 Alpine Traverse — Stages 19–21: Brunissard to Larche is known for
Stages 19–21 of GR5 Alpine Traverse is an official 61.3 km point-to-point section from Brunissard to Larche.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 14,478 ft to 28,783 ft over 38.1 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 20.1 mi · 53%
- Downhill 16.4 mi · 43%
- Flat 1.4 mi · 4%
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 19–21: Brunissard to Larche?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the GR5 Alpine Traverse — Stages 19–21: Brunissard to Larche scores 47/100, 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 19–21: Brunissard to Larche take?
Most backpackers hike the GR5 Alpine Traverse — Stages 19–21: Brunissard to Larche in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 38.1 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the GR5 Alpine Traverse — Stages 19–21: Brunissard to Larche?
The GR5 Alpine Traverse — Stages 19–21: Brunissard to Larche climbs roughly 16,906 ft total — about 444 ft per mile, topping out near 8,862 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.