Heinz Suter Weg

Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland

16.3 miles (26.2 km) · 2,602 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Heinz Suter Weg is a 16.3-mile loop route in Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland, gaining 2,602 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 10.8 miles gaining 1,925 feet at an average 4.0% grade. About 67% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route both opens and finishes with a climb.

Route facts

Distance	16.3 mi (26.2 km)
Elevation gain	2,602 ft (793 m)
Average gain	160 ft per mile (30 m per km)
Longest climb	5.3 mi, 650 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	20.1%
Runnable	67% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	8.6 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	37%
Mild uphill	10%
Moderate uphill	14%
Steep uphill	8%
Mild downhill	7%
Moderate downhill	13%
Steep downhill	11%

Questions about Heinz Suter Weg

How much elevation gain does Heinz Suter Weg have?

Heinz Suter Weg has 2,602 ft (793 m) of elevation gain over 16.3 miles (26.2 km). That averages 160 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Heinz Suter Weg?

The difficulty score for Heinz Suter Weg is 8.6 of 100. That is harder than 63.8% 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 Heinz Suter Weg?

The longest climb on Heinz Suter Weg runs 5.3 miles (8.5 km) and gains 650 ft (198 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 20.1%.