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Europäischer Fernwanderweg E3, Bayern (Mitte) vs Internationaler Bergwanderweg Eisenach–Budapest (Sachsen West-West)

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

Europäischer Fernwanderweg E3, Bayern (Mitte) Internationaler Bergwanderweg Eisenach–Budapest (Sachsen West-West)
Distance 39 km 112 km
Elevation gain 1,265 m 1,813 m
Typical duration — —
Difficulty — —
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network International International
Country Germany Germany
Best time to hike Best months: March, April, June, August Best months: March, April, August
map Route & GPX map Route & GPX

Europäischer Fernwanderweg E3, Bayern (Mitte) vs Internationaler Bergwanderweg Eisenach–Budapest (Sachsen West-West): which should you hike?

At 112 km, Internationaler Bergwanderweg Eisenach–Budapest (Sachsen West-West) is the longer route — roughly 73 km more than Europäischer Fernwanderweg E3, Bayern (Mitte) (39 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Europäischer Fernwanderweg E3, Bayern (Mitte) 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.