Hirtenweg

Naturpark Südschwarzwald, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland

11.6 miles (18.7 km) · 3,139 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Hirtenweg is a 11.6-mile loop route in Naturpark Südschwarzwald, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland, gaining 3,139 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 3 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 2.5 miles gaining 1,084 feet at an average 11.6% grade. About 40% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a descent.

Route facts

Distance	11.6 mi (18.7 km)
Elevation gain	3,139 ft (957 m)
Average gain	270 ft per mile (51 m per km)
Longest climb	3.6 mi, 1,359 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	24.8%
Runnable	40% of the route
Climbs / descents	3 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	14.3 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	15%
Mild uphill	8%
Moderate uphill	11%
Steep uphill	25%
Mild downhill	11%
Moderate downhill	6%
Steep downhill	24%

Questions about Hirtenweg

How much elevation gain does Hirtenweg have?

Hirtenweg has 3,139 ft (957 m) of elevation gain over 11.6 miles (18.7 km). That averages 270 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Hirtenweg?

The difficulty score for Hirtenweg is 14.3 of 100. That is harder than 81.8% of routes at a similar distance. About 40% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Hirtenweg?

The longest climb on Hirtenweg runs 3.6 miles (5.8 km) and gains 1,359 ft (414 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 24.8%.