Via Alpina Blue D60

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

13.8 miles (22.3 km) · 4,686 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Via Alpina Blue D60 is a 13.8-mile loop route in Parc national du Mercantour (aire d'adhésion), Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France, gaining 4,686 feet of elevation. The route follows a rolling elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 1 significant climb. The longest climb covers 5.1 miles gaining 3,653 feet at an average 13.2% grade. Only 24% of the terrain is runnable — expect substantial hiking throughout. The route opens with mixed terrain and finishes with a descent.