Adlerweg vs Via Alpina Red R38
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 R38 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 3.4 mi5 km | 11.0 mi17 km |
| Elevation gain | 495 ft151 m | 5,928 ft1,807 m |
| Typical duration | 1 day | 2 days |
| 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 June to August |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Adlerweg vs Via Alpina Red R38: which should you hike?
At 11.0 mi17 km, Via Alpina Red R38 is the longer route — roughly 7.1 mi11 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.