Wanderweg 289

Wildalpener Salzatal, Steiermark, Österreich

9.3 miles (15.0 km) · 2,986 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Wanderweg 289 is a 9.3-mile loop route in Wildalpener Salzatal, Steiermark, Österreich, gaining 2,986 feet of elevation. The route follows a steadily climbing elevation profile, finishing 199 feet higher than it starts. The terrain breaks into 3 distinct sections including 1 significant climb. The longest climb covers 4.2 miles gaining 2,831 feet at an average 12.6% grade. Only 28% of the terrain is runnable — expect substantial hiking throughout. The route opens with a gradual climb and finishes with a climb.

Route facts

Distance	9.3 mi (15.0 km)
Elevation gain	2,986 ft (910 m)
Average gain	321 ft per mile (61 m per km)
Longest climb	9.3 mi, 199 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	28%
Runnable	28% of the route
Climbs / descents	1 climbs, 1 descents
Profile shape	Steady climb
Difficulty score	18.9 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	6%
Mild uphill	3%
Moderate uphill	2%
Steep uphill	43%
Mild downhill	10%
Moderate downhill	9%
Steep downhill	27%

Questions about Wanderweg 289

How much elevation gain does Wanderweg 289 have?

Wanderweg 289 has 2,986 ft (910 m) of elevation gain over 9.3 miles (15.0 km). That averages 321 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Wanderweg 289?

The difficulty score for Wanderweg 289 is 18.9 of 100. That is harder than 89.5% of routes at a similar distance. About 28% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Wanderweg 289?

The longest climb on Wanderweg 289 runs 9.3 miles (15.0 km) and gains 199 ft (61 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 28%.