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Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Rheinland-Pfalz vs Europäischer Fernwanderweg E9, Deutschland, Schleswig-Holstein (Lübeck)

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, Rheinland-Pfalz Europäischer Fernwanderweg E9, Deutschland, Schleswig-Holstein (Lübeck)
Distance 2,728 mi4,390 km 6.8 mi11 km
Elevation gain 11,864 ft3,616 m 36 ft11 m
Typical duration 14 days 1 day
Difficulty — —
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network International International
Country Germany Germany
Best time to hike Best months: March, April, May, June, August, October Best months: March, May, August, September
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Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Rheinland-Pfalz vs Europäischer Fernwanderweg E9, Deutschland, Schleswig-Holstein (Lübeck): which should you hike?

At 2,728 mi4,390 km, Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Rheinland-Pfalz is the longer route — roughly 2,721 mi4,379 km more than Europäischer Fernwanderweg E9, Deutschland, Schleswig-Holstein (Lübeck) (6.8 mi11 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 E9, Deutschland, Schleswig-Holstein (Lübeck) 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.