· International
· GR 5
Moderate
Grande Traversée des Alpes
📏
9.9 km
Distance
⏱
2h 29min
Est. duration
⛰
Moderate
Difficulty
➡
Linear
Route type
Grande Traversée des Alpes is a 9.9 km International Hiking hiking route.
Covering 9.9 km, this is a satisfying walk that most reasonably fit hikers will complete in about 2 hours and 13 minutes.
This linear trail moves from one end to the other without looping back. A return journey by transport — or retracing the path — is needed to get back to the start. The trail is officially waymarked as GR 5, so look out for the trail markers along the way.
Part of the International Walking Network (IWN), this route connects to a continent-spanning long-distance trail system. It meets the highest standards of waymarking, surface quality, and route documentation.
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Waypoints
5 points along the routeA
Start
· Saint-Gingolph
B
Finish
· La Montagne de Neuteu
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Grande Traversée des Alpes hiking route?
Grande Traversée des Alpes is 9.9 km long.
How much time should I allow for Grande Traversée des Alpes?
Most walkers allow around 2h 29min for Grande Traversée des Alpes at a comfortable pace.
Is Grande Traversée des Alpes a circular or linear route?
Grande Traversée des Alpes is a linear route, not a loop. It runs from Saint-Gingolph to La Montagne de Neuteu. Return transport from the finish point is recommended.
Where does Grande Traversée des Alpes start?
Grande Traversée des Alpes starts at Saint-Gingolph.
Is Grande Traversée des Alpes suitable for beginners?
Grande Traversée des Alpes is suitable for walkers with some experience. A basic level of fitness is recommended.
Who maintains the Grande Traversée des Alpes trail?
Grande Traversée des Alpes is maintained and managed by FFRP.
Is Grande Traversée des Alpes part of a larger trail network?
Yes, Grande Traversée des Alpes is part of the International Walking Network (IWN), connecting this route to a wider network of long-distance hiking trails.