Layensteig

Altstrimmig, Rheinland-Pfalz, Deutschland

8.4 miles (13.6 km) · 1,404 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Layensteig is a 8.4-mile loop route in Altstrimmig, Rheinland-Pfalz, Deutschland, gaining 1,404 feet of elevation. The route follows a valley-shaped elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 4 distinct sections including 1 significant climb. The longest climb covers 3.5 miles gaining 1,129 feet at an average 4.5% grade. About 66% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route both opens and finishes with a descent.

Route facts

Distance	8.4 mi (13.6 km)
Elevation gain	1,404 ft (428 m)
Average gain	166 ft per mile (32 m per km)
Longest climb	4.6 mi, 836 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	21.4%
Runnable	66% of the route
Climbs / descents	1 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Down, then up
Difficulty score	9.3 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	35%
Mild uphill	5%
Moderate uphill	10%
Steep uphill	14%
Mild downhill	13%
Moderate downhill	13%
Steep downhill	9%

Questions about Layensteig

How much elevation gain does Layensteig have?

Layensteig has 1,404 ft (428 m) of elevation gain over 8.4 miles (13.6 km). That averages 166 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Layensteig?

The difficulty score for Layensteig is 9.3 of 100. That is harder than 66.9% of routes at a similar distance. About 66% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Layensteig?

The longest climb on Layensteig runs 4.6 miles (7.3 km) and gains 836 ft (255 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 21.4%.