Lautenbacher Hexensteig

Naturpark Schwarzwald Mitte/Nord, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland

8.9 miles (14.2 km) · 2,136 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Lautenbacher Hexensteig is a 8.9-mile loop route in Naturpark Schwarzwald Mitte/Nord, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland, gaining 2,136 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 2.1 miles gaining 1,235 feet at an average 10.4% grade. About 49% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a gradual climb and finishes with a climb.

Route facts

Distance	8.9 mi (14.2 km)
Elevation gain	2,136 ft (651 m)
Average gain	241 ft per mile (46 m per km)
Longest climb	2.1 mi, 1,178 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	31%
Runnable	49% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Rolling
Difficulty score	11.5 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	29%
Mild uphill	4%
Moderate uphill	7%
Steep uphill	21%
Mild downhill	8%
Moderate downhill	8%
Steep downhill	22%

Questions about Lautenbacher Hexensteig

How much elevation gain does Lautenbacher Hexensteig have?

Lautenbacher Hexensteig has 2,136 ft (651 m) of elevation gain over 8.9 miles (14.2 km). That averages 241 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Lautenbacher Hexensteig?

The difficulty score for Lautenbacher Hexensteig is 11.5 of 100. That is harder than 74.8% of routes at a similar distance. About 49% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Lautenbacher Hexensteig?

The longest climb on Lautenbacher Hexensteig runs 2.1 miles (3.4 km) and gains 1,178 ft (359 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 31%.