Keltenweg Netphen

Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland

9.1 miles (14.6 km) · 2,107 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Keltenweg Netphen is a 9.1-mile loop route in Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland, gaining 2,107 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 2.4 miles gaining 809 feet at an average 9.9% grade. About 47% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a climb and finishes with mixed terrain.

Route facts

Distance	9.1 mi (14.6 km)
Elevation gain	2,107 ft (642 m)
Average gain	232 ft per mile (44 m per km)
Longest climb	5.4 mi, 1,113 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	27.5%
Runnable	47% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	12.8 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	10%
Mild uphill	13%
Moderate uphill	11%
Steep uphill	22%
Mild downhill	13%
Moderate downhill	10%
Steep downhill	20%

Questions about Keltenweg Netphen

How much elevation gain does Keltenweg Netphen have?

Keltenweg Netphen has 2,107 ft (642 m) of elevation gain over 9.1 miles (14.6 km). That averages 232 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Keltenweg Netphen?

The difficulty score for Keltenweg Netphen is 12.8 of 100. That is harder than 78.5% of routes at a similar distance. About 47% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Keltenweg Netphen?

The longest climb on Keltenweg Netphen runs 5.4 miles (8.7 km) and gains 1,113 ft (339 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 27.5%.