Fürstenecker Triftsteig

Naturpark Bayerischer Wald, Bayern, Deutschland

8.1 miles (13.0 km) · 1,740 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Fürstenecker Triftsteig is a 8.1-mile loop route in Naturpark Bayerischer Wald, Bayern, Deutschland, gaining 1,740 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 1 significant climb. The longest climb covers 3.8 miles gaining 942 feet at an average 2.1% grade. About 54% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a descent and finishes with a gradual climb.

Route facts

Distance	8.1 mi (13.0 km)
Elevation gain	1,740 ft (530 m)
Average gain	216 ft per mile (41 m per km)
Longest climb	3.8 mi, 426 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	28.2%
Runnable	54% of the route
Climbs / descents	1 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	11.3 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	9%
Mild uphill	17%
Moderate uphill	12%
Steep uphill	18%
Mild downhill	19%
Moderate downhill	10%
Steep downhill	16%

Questions about Fürstenecker Triftsteig

How much elevation gain does Fürstenecker Triftsteig have?

Fürstenecker Triftsteig has 1,740 ft (530 m) of elevation gain over 8.1 miles (13.0 km). That averages 216 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Fürstenecker Triftsteig?

The difficulty score for Fürstenecker Triftsteig is 11.3 of 100. That is harder than 74% of routes at a similar distance. About 54% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Fürstenecker Triftsteig?

The longest climb on Fürstenecker Triftsteig runs 3.8 miles (6.2 km) and gains 426 ft (130 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 28.2%.