Linnepe Rundweg L1

Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland

8.7 miles (13.9 km) · 1,500 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Linnepe Rundweg L1 is a 8.7-mile loop route in Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland, gaining 1,500 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 2.3 miles gaining 835 feet at an average 8.3% grade. About 60% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with mixed terrain and finishes with a descent.

Route facts

Distance	8.7 mi (13.9 km)
Elevation gain	1,500 ft (457 m)
Average gain	173 ft per mile (33 m per km)
Longest climb	4.8 mi, 804 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	19.5%
Runnable	60% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	10 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	37%
Mild uphill	6%
Moderate uphill	12%
Steep uphill	14%
Mild downhill	7%
Moderate downhill	10%
Steep downhill	15%

Questions about Linnepe Rundweg L1

How much elevation gain does Linnepe Rundweg L1 have?

Linnepe Rundweg L1 has 1,500 ft (457 m) of elevation gain over 8.7 miles (13.9 km). That averages 173 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Linnepe Rundweg L1?

The difficulty score for Linnepe Rundweg L1 is 10 of 100. That is harder than 69.7% of routes at a similar distance. About 60% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Linnepe Rundweg L1?

The longest climb on Linnepe Rundweg L1 runs 4.8 miles (7.7 km) and gains 804 ft (245 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 19.5%.