Tour du Queyras (GR58)
~5 days · 68.9 mi · strenuous · Loop
Quick facts
What the Tour du Queyras (GR58) is known for
A high circuit of the sunniest corner of the French Alps, crossing larch forests and 2,500 m cols between stone-roofed villages in the Queyras Regional Natural Park.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 4,344 ft to 9,088 ft over 68.9 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 29.9 mi · 43%
- Downhill 28.7 mi · 42%
- Flat 10.3 mi · 15%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Tour du Queyras (GR58)?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Tour du Queyras (GR58) scores 64/100, a relative rating across the 569 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 Tour du Queyras (GR58) take?
Most backpackers hike the Tour du Queyras (GR58) in about 5 days (4 nights out) over its 68.9 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Tour du Queyras (GR58)?
The Tour du Queyras (GR58) climbs roughly 25,879 ft total — about 376 ft per mile, topping out near 9,469 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry and stats derived from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL) — 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.