Long-distance trails in the Pyrenees – everything you need to know

Would you like to hike across the breathtaking landscapes of the Pyrenees? Iconic routes include the renowned GR10 and GR11, the challenging HRP (Haute Randonnée Pyrénéenne) and the lesser-known, but no less beautiful, historic Camí dels Bons Homes (GR107). There are also numerous shorter routes that take less than 2 weeks. From trail highlights to tips for success, here are our go-to resources for planning a trip and unlocking the secrets of these majestic mountains.

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Pic du Midi d'Ossau over Lac Gentau from Refuge d’Ayous

Feature · 11 May 2023

Hiking in the Pyrenees: 7 treks under 2 weeks

The Pyrenees, bordering France and Spain and rising over 3000m, stretch over 400km from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean and offer a diverse range of walking experiences. The...

Article · 18 Mar 2024

The Camí dels Bons Homes – what you need to know

The Camí dels Bons Homes (or GR107) long-distance trail was established to link towns and villages with a Cathar history. It roughly follows the route believed to have been taken...

Feature · 9 Jan 2017

From Ocean to Sea through the Pyrenees: The GR10, GR11 and HRP

Crossing the Pyrenees on foot is no mean feat but there are several trails that allow you to do this. Brian Johnson has hiked them all, and here he explains the differences...

Article · 26 Nov 2022

Trekking the GR11: my journey through the Spanish Pyrenees

Sam McGrady gives an honest account of crossing the Pyrenees on foot during June/July 2022, covering the why, when, what and how. She also gives some practical and useful tips for...

The north face of Vignemale from Ouletes de Gaube Stages 18 and 19

Article · 30 Jun 2023

The GR10: Everything You Need To Know

The Pyrenees, the mountain chain which forms the border between France and Spain, stretch over 400km from the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea, and at Pico Aneto (entirely within Spain) they reach their highest point at an ice-frosted 3404m...