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Europäischer Fernwanderweg E3, Sachsen (Mitte) vs Jakobspilgerweg Rheinhessen Pfalz "Klosterroute Worms-Metz Nordspange"

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, Sachsen (Mitte) Jakobspilgerweg Rheinhessen Pfalz "Klosterroute Worms-Metz Nordspange"
Distance 99 km 91 km
Elevation gain 2,177 m 769 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, August Best months: March, April, May, June, August, October, November
map Route & GPX map Route & GPX

Europäischer Fernwanderweg E3, Sachsen (Mitte) vs Jakobspilgerweg Rheinhessen Pfalz "Klosterroute Worms-Metz Nordspange": which should you hike?

At 99 km, Europäischer Fernwanderweg E3, Sachsen (Mitte) is the longer route — roughly 8 km more than Jakobspilgerweg Rheinhessen Pfalz "Klosterroute Worms-Metz Nordspange" (91 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Jakobspilgerweg Rheinhessen Pfalz "Klosterroute Worms-Metz Nordspange" 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.