Rundwanderweg 2

Geopark Schwäbische Alb, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland

9.6 miles (15.4 km) · 1,702 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Rundwanderweg 2 is a 9.6-mile loop route in Geopark Schwäbische Alb, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland, gaining 1,702 feet of elevation. The route follows a rolling elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 1 significant climb. The longest climb covers 1.2 miles gaining 998 feet at an average 14.9% grade. About 60% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with mixed terrain and finishes with a gradual descent.

Route facts

Distance	9.6 mi (15.4 km)
Elevation gain	1,702 ft (519 m)
Average gain	178 ft per mile (34 m per km)
Longest climb	2.6 mi, 186 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	37.5%
Runnable	60% of the route
Climbs / descents	1 climbs, 1 descents
Profile shape	Rolling
Difficulty score	8.6 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	36%
Mild uphill	10%
Moderate uphill	8%
Steep uphill	12%
Mild downhill	13%
Moderate downhill	1%
Steep downhill	21%

Questions about Rundwanderweg 2

How much elevation gain does Rundwanderweg 2 have?

Rundwanderweg 2 has 1,702 ft (519 m) of elevation gain over 9.6 miles (15.4 km). That averages 178 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Rundwanderweg 2?

The difficulty score for Rundwanderweg 2 is 8.6 of 100. That is harder than 63.7% 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 Rundwanderweg 2?

The longest climb on Rundwanderweg 2 runs 2.6 miles (4.2 km) and gains 186 ft (57 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 37.5%.