Adlerweg vs Via Alpina Red R17
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
Units
| Adlerweg | Via Alpina Red R17 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 3.4 mi5 km | 9.1 mi15 km |
| Elevation gain | 495 ft151 m | 2,133 ft650 m |
| Typical duration | 1 day | 1 day |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | — | International |
| Country | Austria | Austria |
| Best time to hike | Best from August to October | Best from August to August |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Adlerweg vs Via Alpina Red R17: which should you hike?
At 9.1 mi15 km, Via Alpina Red R17 is the longer route — roughly 5.7 mi9 km more than Adlerweg (3.4 mi5 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Adlerweg is the gentler pick. Check the elevation and best-season rows above, then open each route for the full guide and a free GPX download.