[E4/E5] Europäischer Fernwanderweg Rhein bis Grenze D vs Via Alpina Red R44
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/E5] Europäischer Fernwanderweg Rhein bis Grenze D | Via Alpina Red R44 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 36 mi58 km | 11.0 mi17 km |
| Elevation gain | 5,499 ft1,676 m | 6,066 ft1,849 m |
| Typical duration | 3 days | 2 days |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | International | International |
| Country | Austria | Austria |
| Best time to hike | Best months: April, August, September | Best months: June, August, October |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
[E4/E5] Europäischer Fernwanderweg Rhein bis Grenze D vs Via Alpina Red R44: which should you hike?
At 36 mi58 km, [E4/E5] Europäischer Fernwanderweg Rhein bis Grenze D is the longer route — roughly 25 mi41 km more than Via Alpina Red R44 (11.0 mi17 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 R44 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.