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Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Bayerischer Wald-Verein vs Jakobsweg: Mainz - Bingen - Trier

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 E8, Bayerischer Wald-Verein Jakobsweg: Mainz - Bingen - Trier
Distance 137 mi220 km 99 mi160 km
Elevation gain 12,543 ft3,823 m 5,636 ft1,718 m
Typical duration 10 days 7 days
Difficulty — —
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network International International
Country Germany Germany
Best time to hike Best from March to April Best months: March, April, June, August
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Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Bayerischer Wald-Verein vs Jakobsweg: Mainz - Bingen - Trier: which should you hike?

At 137 mi220 km, Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Bayerischer Wald-Verein is the longer route — roughly 37 mi60 km more than Jakobsweg: Mainz - Bingen - Trier (99 mi160 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Jakobsweg: Mainz - Bingen - Trier 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.