France
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Top Hiking Spots in and near France
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Saint-Étienne-de-Gourgas, France
Hike along the Cirque du Bout du Monde
6.2 mi / 1640.4 ft gainYou start the hike form the hamlet called Gourgas. A nice and typical village from the South of France. At the entrance of the village, take the first road on the right (follow the sign "Parking randonneur"). Follow the road and after it turns left, the parking will be on your right hand side.Ple...Read more -
Crozon, France
Hike La Pointe de Dinan, Bretagne
1.2 miAn easy walk through and all around "La pointe". It's a loop that you can do in both ways. Just follow the tracks. It will take half an hour to do the circle. I did it with flip flops but I recommand proper shoes.Read more -
Etsaut, France
Hike through La Chemin de la Mature
5.07 mi / 2500 ft gainThis hike begins at a trailhead on the side of the road just south of Etsaut at Pont de Cebers. Start by taking the famous, long-distance, Pyrenees route, the GR10. You'll see a sign a yellow sign with distances throughout the hike. The route you'll be taking is one that says "Col d'Arras par L...Read more -
Lauroux, France
Hike around the Cirque de Labeil
/ 984.3 ft gainThe last 7 kilometers of the road going to the hamlet of Labeil are quite narrow, with not so much space to cross with cars coming from the opposite direction. You'll find also crazy bikers climbing to the hamlet. Be respectful and drive carefully :) You can park your car at the entrance of the h...Read more -
Uhart-Cize, France
Hike across the Pyrenees via the Camino Frances
10 mi / 1300 ft gainThe challenge and beauty of this trek are of equal magnitude. After flying into Pamplona, taxiing into the south of Frances and hiking the rigorous incline of the Pyrenees, you will be blessed with a mystical environment. We originally departed from SJPP, and stayed at Refuge Orisson to break up ...Read more -
Chamonix, France
Lac Blanc Loop
The Lac Blanc Loop in Rue du Slalom, Les Belleville offers a breathtaking alpine hike through the heart of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. Known for its pristine glacial lakes, rugged mountain views, and wildflower-dotted trails, this moderate loop is a must-hike for anyone exploring the 3 Vallé...Read more