Rhein Höhlen Schaukel

Landkreis Ahrweiler, Rheinland-Pfalz, Deutschland

16.2 miles (26.1 km) · 3,208 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Rhein Höhlen Schaukel is a 16.2-mile loop route in Landkreis Ahrweiler, Rheinland-Pfalz, Deutschland, gaining 3,208 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 4.8 miles gaining 1,137 feet at an average 2.7% grade. About 63% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a climb and finishes with mixed terrain.

Route facts

Distance	16.2 mi (26.1 km)
Elevation gain	3,208 ft (978 m)
Average gain	198 ft per mile (37 m per km)
Longest climb	4.6 mi, 686 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	37%
Runnable	63% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 1 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	8.5 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	18%
Mild uphill	19%
Moderate uphill	6%
Steep uphill	15%
Mild downhill	23%
Moderate downhill	4%
Steep downhill	15%

Questions about Rhein Höhlen Schaukel

How much elevation gain does Rhein Höhlen Schaukel have?

Rhein Höhlen Schaukel has 3,208 ft (978 m) of elevation gain over 16.2 miles (26.1 km). That averages 198 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Rhein Höhlen Schaukel?

The difficulty score for Rhein Höhlen Schaukel is 8.5 of 100. That is harder than 63.3% of routes at a similar distance. About 63% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Rhein Höhlen Schaukel?

The longest climb on Rhein Höhlen Schaukel runs 4.6 miles (7.4 km) and gains 686 ft (209 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 37%.