Col de Gialorgues

Parc national du Mercantour (cœur), Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France

11.3 miles (18.2 km) · 3,425 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Col de Gialorgues is a 11.3-mile loop route in Parc national du Mercantour (cœur), Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France, gaining 3,425 feet of elevation. The route follows a rolling elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 4 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 2.9 miles gaining 1,781 feet at an average 11.5% grade. About 41% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a descent.