Glaubensweg 12

Geopark Schwäbische Alb, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland

8.6 miles (13.8 km) · 1,709 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Glaubensweg 12 is a 8.6-mile loop route in Geopark Schwäbische Alb, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland, gaining 1,709 feet of elevation. The route follows a rolling elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 2.8 miles gaining 594 feet at an average 3.0% grade. About 60% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a descent and finishes with mixed terrain.

Route facts

Distance	8.6 mi (13.8 km)
Elevation gain	1,709 ft (521 m)
Average gain	199 ft per mile (38 m per km)
Longest climb	5.4 mi, 791 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	42.2%
Runnable	60% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Rolling
Difficulty score	9.6 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	40%
Mild uphill	11%
Moderate uphill	10%
Steep uphill	12%
Mild downhill	5%
Moderate downhill	4%
Steep downhill	18%

Questions about Glaubensweg 12

How much elevation gain does Glaubensweg 12 have?

Glaubensweg 12 has 1,709 ft (521 m) of elevation gain over 8.6 miles (13.8 km). That averages 199 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Glaubensweg 12?

The difficulty score for Glaubensweg 12 is 9.6 of 100. That is harder than 67.9% of routes at a similar distance. About 60% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Glaubensweg 12?

The longest climb on Glaubensweg 12 runs 5.4 miles (8.6 km) and gains 791 ft (241 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 42.2%.