E9 section 10: Ventspils - Staldzene vs E9 section 2: Pape - Bernāti
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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| E9 section 10: Ventspils - Staldzene | E9 section 2: Pape - Bernāti | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 9.3 mi15 km | 16 mi25 km |
| Elevation gain | 59 ft18 m | — |
| Typical duration | 1 day | 1 day |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | International | International |
| Country | Latvia | Latvia |
| Best time to hike | Best from May to May | Best from April to June |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
E9 section 10: Ventspils - Staldzene vs E9 section 2: Pape - Bernāti: which should you hike?
At 16 mi25 km, E9 section 2: Pape - Bernāti is the longer route — roughly 6.2 mi10 km more than E9 section 10: Ventspils - Staldzene (9.3 mi15 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, E9 section 10: Ventspils - Staldzene 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.