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Europäischer Fernwanderweg E4 alpin (Eisenerz - Rax) vs Via Alpina Purple A44

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 E4 alpin (Eisenerz - Rax) Via Alpina Purple A44
Distance 111 km 11 km
Elevation gain 5,716 m 212 m
Typical duration — —
Difficulty — —
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network International International
Country Austria Austria
Best time to hike Best from August to August Best months: April, September, October
map Route & GPX map Route & GPX

Europäischer Fernwanderweg E4 alpin (Eisenerz - Rax) vs Via Alpina Purple A44: which should you hike?

At 111 km, Europäischer Fernwanderweg E4 alpin (Eisenerz - Rax) is the longer route — roughly 100 km more than Via Alpina Purple A44 (11 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Via Alpina Purple A44 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.