Rundwanderweg Rothenberg 5: Odenwald-Neckar-Runde

Geo-Naturpark Bergstraße-Odenwald, Hessen, Deutschland

9.0 miles (14.5 km) · 1,500 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Rundwanderweg Rothenberg 5: Odenwald-Neckar-Runde is a 9.0-mile loop route in Geo-Naturpark Bergstraße-Odenwald, Hessen, 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 3.7 miles gaining 623 feet at an average 8.4% grade. About 68% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route both opens and finishes with a climb.

Route facts

Distance9.0 mi (14.5 km)
Elevation gain1,500 ft (457 m)
Average gain166 ft per mile (32 m per km)
Longest climb3.7 mi, 444 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade24.4%
Runnable68% of the route
Climbs / descents2 climbs, 1 descents
Profile shapeUp, then down
Difficulty score8.4 of 100
Surfacetrail
Route shapeLoop
TypeRoute

Grade breakdown

Grade bandShare of route
Flat37%
Mild uphill12%
Moderate uphill9%
Steep uphill12%
Mild downhill11%
Moderate downhill8%
Steep downhill12%

Questions about Rundwanderweg Rothenberg 5: Odenwald-Neckar-Runde

How much elevation gain does Rundwanderweg Rothenberg 5: Odenwald-Neckar-Runde have?

Rundwanderweg Rothenberg 5: Odenwald-Neckar-Runde has 1,500 ft (457 m) of elevation gain over 9.0 miles (14.5 km). That averages 166 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Rundwanderweg Rothenberg 5: Odenwald-Neckar-Runde?

The difficulty score for Rundwanderweg Rothenberg 5: Odenwald-Neckar-Runde is 8.4 of 100. That is harder than 62.6% of routes at a similar distance. About 68% 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 Rothenberg 5: Odenwald-Neckar-Runde?

The longest climb on Rundwanderweg Rothenberg 5: Odenwald-Neckar-Runde runs 3.7 miles (6.0 km) and gains 444 ft (135 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 24.4%.

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