Müscheder Rundweg

Naturpark Arnsberger Wald, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland

16.2 miles (26.1 km) · 2,595 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Müscheder Rundweg is a 16.2-mile loop route in Naturpark Arnsberger Wald, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland, gaining 2,595 feet of elevation. The route follows a valley-shaped elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 4.2 miles gaining 1,072 feet at an average 3.4% 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	16.2 mi (26.1 km)
Elevation gain	2,595 ft (791 m)
Average gain	160 ft per mile (30 m per km)
Longest climb	4.2 mi, 746 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	28.4%
Runnable	67% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Down, then up
Difficulty score	9.1 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	33%
Mild uphill	11%
Moderate uphill	15%
Steep uphill	8%
Mild downhill	11%
Moderate downhill	11%
Steep downhill	9%

Questions about Müscheder Rundweg

How much elevation gain does Müscheder Rundweg have?

Müscheder Rundweg has 2,595 ft (791 m) of elevation gain over 16.2 miles (26.1 km). That averages 160 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Müscheder Rundweg?

The difficulty score for Müscheder Rundweg is 9.1 of 100. That is harder than 65.9% 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 Müscheder Rundweg?

The longest climb on Müscheder Rundweg runs 4.2 miles (6.7 km) and gains 746 ft (228 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 28.4%.