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Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Rheinland-Pfalz vs Internationaler Bergwanderweg Eisenach–Budapest (Sachsen West-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 E8, Rheinland-Pfalz Internationaler Bergwanderweg Eisenach–Budapest (Sachsen West-Ost)
Distance 2,728 mi4,390 km 67 mi109 km
Elevation gain 11,864 ft3,616 m 5,794 ft1,766 m
Typical duration 14 days 5 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, June, August, October Best months: March, April, August
map Route & GPX map Route & GPX

Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Rheinland-Pfalz vs Internationaler Bergwanderweg Eisenach–Budapest (Sachsen West-Ost): which should you hike?

At 2,728 mi4,390 km, Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Rheinland-Pfalz is the longer route — roughly 2,660 mi4,281 km more than Internationaler Bergwanderweg Eisenach–Budapest (Sachsen West-Ost) (67 mi109 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 (Sachsen West-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.