HomeTrailsE4 (alpin) Fernwanderweg (Bereich Kufstein/Kaisergebirge) vs Via Alpina Red R39

E4 (alpin) Fernwanderweg (Bereich Kufstein/Kaisergebirge) vs Via Alpina Red R39

A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.

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E4 (alpin) Fernwanderweg (Bereich Kufstein/Kaisergebirge) Via Alpina Red R39
Distance 47 mi76 km 8.7 mi14 km
Elevation gain 13,527 ft4,123 m 2,536 ft773 m
Typical duration 4 days 1 day
Difficulty
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network International International
Country Austria Austria
Best time to hike Best months: April, June, September Best from June to August
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E4 (alpin) Fernwanderweg (Bereich Kufstein/Kaisergebirge) vs Via Alpina Red R39: which should you hike?

At 47 mi76 km, E4 (alpin) Fernwanderweg (Bereich Kufstein/Kaisergebirge) is the longer route — roughly 39 mi62 km more than Via Alpina Red R39 (8.7 mi14 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Via Alpina Red R39 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.