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Europäischer Fernwanderweg E6, Deutschland, Niedersachsen vs Internationaler Bergwanderweg Eisenach–Budapest (Thüringen Ost)

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 E6, Deutschland, Niedersachsen Internationaler Bergwanderweg Eisenach–Budapest (Thüringen Ost)
Distance 269 mi432 km 81 mi130 km
Elevation gain 9,104 ft2,775 m 5,873 ft1,790 m
Typical duration 17 days 6 days
Difficulty — —
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network International International
Country Germany Germany
Best time to hike Best months: March, April, May, August, September Best months: March, April, May, August, September
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Europäischer Fernwanderweg E6, Deutschland, Niedersachsen vs Internationaler Bergwanderweg Eisenach–Budapest (Thüringen Ost): which should you hike?

At 269 mi432 km, Europäischer Fernwanderweg E6, Deutschland, Niedersachsen is the longer route — roughly 188 mi302 km more than Internationaler Bergwanderweg Eisenach–Budapest (Thüringen Ost) (81 mi130 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Internationaler Bergwanderweg Eisenach–Budapest (Thüringen Ost) 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.