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Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Odenwald West 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.

Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Odenwald West Internationaler Bergwanderweg Eisenach–Budapest (Thüringen Ost)
Distance 27 km 130 km
Elevation gain 310 m 2,351 m
Typical duration — —
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, May, August, September
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Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Odenwald West vs Internationaler Bergwanderweg Eisenach–Budapest (Thüringen Ost): which should you hike?

At 130 km, Internationaler Bergwanderweg Eisenach–Budapest (Thüringen Ost) is the longer route — roughly 103 km more than Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Odenwald West (27 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Odenwald West 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.