Premiumweg P1 Hoher Meißner

Geo-Naturpark Frau-Holle-Land, Hessen, Deutschland

8.1 miles (13.0 km) · 1,738 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Premiumweg P1 Hoher Meißner is a 8.1-mile loop route in Geo-Naturpark Frau-Holle-Land, Hessen, Deutschland, gaining 1,738 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 3.4 miles gaining 1,073 feet at an average 9.3% grade. About 55% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route both opens and finishes with a descent.

Route facts

Distance	8.1 mi (13.0 km)
Elevation gain	1,738 ft (530 m)
Average gain	216 ft per mile (41 m per km)
Longest climb	3.4 mi, 696 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	31.6%
Runnable	55% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 3 descents
Profile shape	Down, then up
Difficulty score	12.2 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	9%
Mild uphill	12%
Moderate uphill	17%
Steep uphill	14%
Mild downhill	22%
Moderate downhill	11%
Steep downhill	14%

Questions about Premiumweg P1 Hoher Meißner

How much elevation gain does Premiumweg P1 Hoher Meißner have?

Premiumweg P1 Hoher Meißner has 1,738 ft (530 m) of elevation gain over 8.1 miles (13.0 km). That averages 216 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Premiumweg P1 Hoher Meißner?

The difficulty score for Premiumweg P1 Hoher Meißner is 12.2 of 100. That is harder than 76.9% of routes at a similar distance. About 55% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Premiumweg P1 Hoher Meißner?

The longest climb on Premiumweg P1 Hoher Meißner runs 3.4 miles (5.5 km) and gains 696 ft (212 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 31.6%.