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Everything you need to know before you goAddress
Brèche de Roland, 22375 Gavarnie-Gèdre, France
GPS coordinates
42.691191, -0.0342509
Phone
Not available
When?
Opening hours
No information
Varies by season
Best season
Fall
Spectacular colors
Best time
Early morning
Less crowded
Weather (next days)
Loading
How much?
Entry fees
Adult
Not available
Child
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What to bring?
Gear
- Hiking shoes Essential
- → Salomon Elixir Tour Mid WP · 203.38 $
- Layered clothing Essential
- Rain jacket Essential
- Trekking poles
- → Black Diamond Trail Ergo Cork · 69.99 $
- Headlamp
- → Petzl Actik Core 625 · 103.95 $
Water & food
2L minimum
No water point on the trail
Bring energy snacks for a 4h+ hike
Good to know
Park rules
No dogs
Safety
Download the GPX before you go
Limited cellular coverage on the trail
Slippery after rain
Be careful on rocky sections
In an emergency
Emergency
911
Parking GPS
42.691191, -0.0342509
Center
Not available
FAQ - Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to knowHard
280.00
2807.00
6h30
No
No
No, the Brèche de Roland is rated as a hard hike covering 11-13 km with approximately 1,280-1,320 m of elevation gain over 5-6.5 hours. This trail requires good physical fitness and hiking experience. It is not recommended for beginners or those unfamiliar with mountain terrain.
The Brèche de Roland hike takes approximately 5 to 6 hours and 30 minutes to complete. This duration accounts for the 11-13 km distance and 1,280-1,320 m elevation gain, though actual time may vary depending on your fitness level, pace, and starting point.
No, dogs are not permitted on the Brèche de Roland trail. Please check with local authorities for alternative pet-friendly hiking options in the area.
The Brèche de Roland has an elevation gain of approximately 1,280-1,320 m over the 11-13 km route. This substantial elevation gain combined with the distance and hard difficulty rating makes it a challenging hike requiring good stamina and mountain experience.
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