Leutenberg Rundweg 5

Naturpark Thüringer Schiefergebirge/Obere Saale, Thüringen, Deutschland

9.9 miles (15.9 km) · 1,516 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Leutenberg Rundweg 5 is a 9.9-mile loop route in Naturpark Thüringer Schiefergebirge/Obere Saale, Thüringen, Deutschland, gaining 1,516 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 4.6 miles gaining 1,059 feet at an average 4.0% grade. About 69% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a gradual climb.

Route facts

Distance	9.9 mi (15.9 km)
Elevation gain	1,516 ft (462 m)
Average gain	154 ft per mile (29 m per km)
Longest climb	6.3 mi, 869 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	14.3%
Runnable	69% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	8.8 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	29%
Mild uphill	16%
Moderate uphill	16%
Steep uphill	6%
Mild downhill	14%
Moderate downhill	10%
Steep downhill	9%

Questions about Leutenberg Rundweg 5

How much elevation gain does Leutenberg Rundweg 5 have?

Leutenberg Rundweg 5 has 1,516 ft (462 m) of elevation gain over 9.9 miles (15.9 km). That averages 154 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Leutenberg Rundweg 5?

The difficulty score for Leutenberg Rundweg 5 is 8.8 of 100. That is harder than 64.4% of routes at a similar distance. About 69% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Leutenberg Rundweg 5?

The longest climb on Leutenberg Rundweg 5 runs 6.3 miles (10.2 km) and gains 869 ft (265 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 14.3%.