E9 section 40: Varbla-Pivarootsi vs E9 section 43: Kuke-Meelva
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 40: Varbla-Pivarootsi | E9 section 43: Kuke-Meelva | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 13.0 mi20 km | 11.0 mi17 km |
| Elevation gain | 26 ft8 m | 52 ft16 m |
| Typical duration | 1 day | 1 day |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | International | International |
| Country | Estonia | Estonia |
| Best time to hike | Best from May to May | Best from May to May |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
E9 section 40: Varbla-Pivarootsi vs E9 section 43: Kuke-Meelva: which should you hike?
At 13.0 mi20 km, E9 section 40: Varbla-Pivarootsi is the longer route — roughly 1.9 mi3 km more than E9 section 43: Kuke-Meelva (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, E9 section 43: Kuke-Meelva 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.