GR waymarkingWaymarking on French trails follows a common charter. A few minutes are enough to learn…Choosing your GRFrom coastal paths to great mountain traverses, GR trails cover the whole of France.…Sleeping on a GRRefuge, gîte, campground or lightweight tent: your choice of accommodation shapes the…Gear and backpackA well-thought-out pack makes the difference between an enjoyable trip and an ordeal.…Budgeting for a GRThe cost of a GR depends above all on how you sleep and eat. A few prices collected in…Safety and weatherMost incidents on a multi-day hike can be prevented with a few simple steps: checking…Maps, guidebooks and appsPaper or digital? On a GR, the two complement each other. An overview of the go-to tools…The Way of St James in FranceFour major routes cross France towards Santiago de Compostela, all waymarked as GRs.…Getting there by train or coachA linear GR does not suit the car, which you would have to go back for at the start. The…Hiking with a dogSetting off for several days with your dog takes a little more preparation: some areas…FAQShort answers to the questions hikers ask before their first GR