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E9 section 42: Virtsu-Kuke 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.

E9 section 42: Virtsu-Kuke E9 section 43: Kuke-Meelva
Distance 14 km 17 km
Elevation gain 47 m 53 m
Typical duration — —
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
map Route & GPX map Route & GPX

E9 section 42: Virtsu-Kuke vs E9 section 43: Kuke-Meelva: which should you hike?

At 17 km, E9 section 43: Kuke-Meelva is the longer route — roughly 4 km more than E9 section 42: Virtsu-Kuke (14 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 42: Virtsu-Kuke 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.