Viechtach, Rundweg Nr. 4

Naturpark Bayerischer Wald, Bayern, Deutschland

8.1 miles (13.0 km) · 1,515 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Viechtach, Rundweg Nr. 4 is a 8.1-mile loop route in Naturpark Bayerischer Wald, Bayern, Deutschland, gaining 1,515 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 1.8 miles gaining 793 feet at an average 9.1% grade. About 67% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with mixed terrain and finishes with flat terrain.

Route facts

Distance8.1 mi (13.0 km)
Elevation gain1,515 ft (462 m)
Average gain187 ft per mile (36 m per km)
Longest climb2.3 mi, 891 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade33.7%
Runnable67% of the route
Climbs / descents2 climbs, 1 descents
Profile shapeUp, then down
Difficulty score8.6 of 100
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Route shapeLoop
TypeRoute

Grade breakdown

Grade bandShare of route
Flat32%
Mild uphill13%
Moderate uphill7%
Steep uphill13%
Mild downhill14%
Moderate downhill8%
Steep downhill13%

Questions about Viechtach, Rundweg Nr. 4

How much elevation gain does Viechtach, Rundweg Nr. 4 have?

Viechtach, Rundweg Nr. 4 has 1,515 ft (462 m) of elevation gain over 8.1 miles (13.0 km). That averages 187 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Viechtach, Rundweg Nr. 4?

The difficulty score for Viechtach, Rundweg Nr. 4 is 8.6 of 100. That is harder than 63.9% 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 Viechtach, Rundweg Nr. 4?

The longest climb on Viechtach, Rundweg Nr. 4 runs 2.3 miles (3.7 km) and gains 891 ft (272 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 33.7%.

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