Brabecke Rundweg BR4

Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland

8.5 miles (13.7 km) · 1,533 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Brabecke Rundweg BR4 is a 8.5-mile loop route in Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland, gaining 1,533 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 3.1 miles gaining 1,117 feet at an average 5.6% grade. About 67% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with flat terrain and finishes with a descent.

Route facts

Distance	8.5 mi (13.7 km)
Elevation gain	1,533 ft (467 m)
Average gain	181 ft per mile (34 m per km)
Longest climb	3.8 mi, 1,013 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	22.8%
Runnable	67% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	9.7 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	5%
Mild uphill	23%
Moderate uphill	12%
Steep uphill	12%
Mild downhill	27%
Moderate downhill	12%
Steep downhill	10%

Questions about Brabecke Rundweg BR4

How much elevation gain does Brabecke Rundweg BR4 have?

Brabecke Rundweg BR4 has 1,533 ft (467 m) of elevation gain over 8.5 miles (13.7 km). That averages 181 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Brabecke Rundweg BR4?

The difficulty score for Brabecke Rundweg BR4 is 9.7 of 100. That is harder than 68.5% of routes at a similar distance. About 67% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Brabecke Rundweg BR4?

The longest climb on Brabecke Rundweg BR4 runs 3.8 miles (6.2 km) and gains 1,013 ft (309 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 22.8%.