Berkoth

Naturpark Südeifel, Rheinland-Pfalz, Deutschland

8.5 miles (13.7 km) · 1,315 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Berkoth is a 8.5-mile loop route in Naturpark Südeifel, Rheinland-Pfalz, Deutschland, gaining 1,315 feet of elevation. The route follows a valley-shaped elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 4 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 2.9 miles gaining 767 feet at an average 4.8% grade. About 68% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a descent.

Route facts

Distance	8.5 mi (13.7 km)
Elevation gain	1,315 ft (401 m)
Average gain	154 ft per mile (29 m per km)
Longest climb	2.9 mi, 518 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	16.2%
Runnable	68% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Down, then up
Difficulty score	8.5 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	15%
Mild uphill	23%
Moderate uphill	9%
Steep uphill	12%
Mild downhill	21%
Moderate downhill	9%
Steep downhill	11%

Questions about Berkoth

How much elevation gain does Berkoth have?

Berkoth has 1,315 ft (401 m) of elevation gain over 8.5 miles (13.7 km). That averages 154 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Berkoth?

The difficulty score for Berkoth is 8.5 of 100. That is harder than 63.2% of routes at a similar distance. About 68% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Berkoth?

The longest climb on Berkoth runs 2.9 miles (4.6 km) and gains 518 ft (158 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 16.2%.