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Europäischer Fernwanderweg E3, Sachsen (West) 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.

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Europäischer Fernwanderweg E3, Sachsen (West) Jakobspilgerweg Rheinhessen Pfalz "Klosterroute Worms-Metz Nordspange"
Distance 79 mi127 km 57 mi91 km
Elevation gain 7,277 ft2,218 m 2,211 ft674 m
Typical duration 6 days 4 days
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 (West) vs Jakobspilgerweg Rheinhessen Pfalz "Klosterroute Worms-Metz Nordspange": which should you hike?

At 79 mi127 km, Europäischer Fernwanderweg E3, Sachsen (West) is the longer route — roughly 22 mi36 km more than Jakobspilgerweg Rheinhessen Pfalz "Klosterroute Worms-Metz Nordspange" (57 mi91 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.