Leutenberg Rundweg 6

Naturpark Thüringer Schiefergebirge/Obere Saale, Thüringen, Deutschland

8.6 miles (13.8 km) · 1,501 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Leutenberg Rundweg 6 is a 8.6-mile loop route in Naturpark Thüringer Schiefergebirge/Obere Saale, Thüringen, Deutschland, gaining 1,501 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 3 distinct sections including 1 significant climb. The longest climb covers 3.2 miles gaining 1,185 feet at an average 6.0% grade. About 67% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a descent.

Route facts

Distance	8.6 mi (13.8 km)
Elevation gain	1,501 ft (458 m)
Average gain	175 ft per mile (33 m per km)
Longest climb	3.1 mi, 1,033 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	25%
Runnable	67% of the route
Climbs / descents	1 climbs, 1 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	9.3 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	34%
Mild uphill	8%
Moderate uphill	9%
Steep uphill	13%
Mild downhill	9%
Moderate downhill	16%
Steep downhill	10%

Questions about Leutenberg Rundweg 6

How much elevation gain does Leutenberg Rundweg 6 have?

Leutenberg Rundweg 6 has 1,501 ft (458 m) of elevation gain over 8.6 miles (13.8 km). That averages 175 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Leutenberg Rundweg 6?

The difficulty score for Leutenberg Rundweg 6 is 9.3 of 100. That is harder than 66.6% of routes at a similar distance. About 67% 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 6?

The longest climb on Leutenberg Rundweg 6 runs 3.1 miles (5.0 km) and gains 1,033 ft (315 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 25%.