Located in France along the Spanish border, the GR 10 is a thrilling yet demanding route stretching across the entire Pyrenees mountain range.
Known as the GR 10 Pyrenees, this challenging trail covers 850 kilometers, with 470 kilometers winding through the Midi-Pyrénées region.
Along the way, you’ll cross both the Central Pyrenees and the Ariège range. But the GR 10 isn’t just about mountain climbs—throughout your journey, you’ll encounter breathtaking sights that make every step worthwhile.
In the Central Pyrenees, you can marvel at the Pyrenees National Park, the thermal town of Cauterets, Pont d’Espagne, and the impressive Lutor waterfalls.
Crossing into the Ariège Pyrenees, you’ll discover the Maladeta Massif with its dramatic peaks, trek at 2,000 meters on the France-Spain border, explore the Ariège Regional Natural Park, the scenic Ars waterfall, and the beautiful Beille plateau.
Besides nature, you’ll travel through charming villages, centuries-old churches, and historic monasteries—like the Romanesque church of Mérens-les-Vals or the elegant Belle Époque spa town of Bagnères-de-Luchon. This journey is a playground for lovers of untouched landscapes, combining challenging hikes with relaxing stops, all surrounded by the unique sounds of the wild Pyrenees.
Highlights:
- Pyrenees National Park: Established on March 23, 1967, home to most of the region’s top attractions.
- Cauterets: A picturesque spa and ski town within the Pyrenees National Park.
- Pont d’Espagne: Named after the old bridge once connecting France and Spain. Today, it’s a protected natural area with some of the Pyrenees’ most stunning waterfalls.
- Maladeta Massif: Located on the Spanish side of the Pyrenees, this area is crowned by Pico de Aneto, reaching 3,404 meters.
- Ariège Regional Natural Park: Renowned for its unique natural and pastoral landscapes with valleys, meadows, traditional villages, and gorgeous views.
- Mérens-les-Vals: A tiny village of just 188 residents, famed for its 12th-century Romanesque church.
- Bagnères-de-Luchon: With 2,771 inhabitants, this spa town is famous for its healing waters—ideal for respiratory and rheumatic treatments.
- Lac d’Oô: A stunning 42-hectare lake set among impressive cliffs.
- Ars Waterfall: One of the Pyrenees’ most beautiful, plunging 246 meters in three spectacular tiers.
Travel facts:
- Country: France
- Trail length: 850 km
- GPX: n.a.
- KMZ: n.a.
