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GR 10: Pyrenees Trail
Long-Distance Hiking
· France
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Atlantic coast near HendayePhoto: pixabay.com
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The legendary long-distance hiking trail GR10, which connects the Atlantic with the Mediterranean along the Pyrenean ridge, makes the hearts of passionate long-distance hikers beat faster. You traverse one of the most beautiful mountain ranges in the world.
difficult
Distance 838.6 km
338:00 h
49,963 m
49,992 m
2,694 m
2 m
The route from Hendaye to Banyuls-sur-Mer is one of the best-known long-distance hiking trails in France. On the path from the rugged Atlantic coast to the Mediterranean, you pass peaceful villages, idyllic valleys, impressive ridges, magnificent mountain lakes, and deep gorges. You will come close to some of the highest peaks in the Pyrenees, experience overwhelming panoramas and landscapes, but also often very steep and long ascents and descents. A good part of the route lies within the Néouvielle Nature Reserve. Those seeking peace and variety will find what they're looking for here. An experienced hiker needs about one and a half to two months for this magnificent trekking route.
Author’s recommendation
Towards the end of the route, you will encounter numerous hot springs in the Mont-Louis region. There you can regenerate. Afterwards, you will be ready for the final stretch.
Difficulty
difficult
Overall difficulty
difficult
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Experience
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Highest point
2,694 m
Lowest point
2 m
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Length
838.6 km
Safety information
Due to the altitude, rapid weather changes can occur in the mountains. You should be prepared for this. A very good physical condition and fitness, as well as sure-footedness and freedom from dizziness, are absolutely necessary for hiking the entire route in one go.Tips and suggestions
Mobile network reception is often very limited in the mountains. You must expect to have no reception for days at a time. Telephones and emergency lines are available in staffed huts.Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
By train to HendayeGet Timetable to destination
GR 10: Pyrenees Trail
Directions
By car from France on the A63 to Hendaye
By car from Spain via the AP-8, from Irun on the A63 to Hendaye
Parking
Free and paid parking spaces are available in Hendaye.Coordinates
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43.373138, -1.774060
DMS
43°22'23.3"N 1°46'26.6"W
UTM
30T 599318 4802982
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Equipment
Trekking backpack (approx. 50 liters) with rain cover, sturdy and comfortable footwear. Adequate food and fluids
Maps and compass
Weather-appropriate and durable clothing in multilayer principle, spare clothing, telescopic poles, sun and rain protection
Possibly camping equipment (tent, sleeping pad, sleeping bag, cooking equipment), otherwise an emergency blanket for emergency use
Localization
Parts of this content were machine translated using German as the source language
Difficulty
difficult
Overall difficulty
difficult
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Distance
838.6 km
Duration
338:00 h
Ascent
49,963 m
Descent
49,992 m
Highest point
2,694 m
Lowest point
2 m
Weather at the starting point
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