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Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Rheinland-Pfalz vs Internationaler Bergwanderweg Eisenach–Budapest (Thüringen West)

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, Rheinland-Pfalz Internationaler Bergwanderweg Eisenach–Budapest (Thüringen West)
Distance 4,390 km 136 km
Elevation gain — 2,184 m
Typical duration — —
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, June, August
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Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Rheinland-Pfalz vs Internationaler Bergwanderweg Eisenach–Budapest (Thüringen West): which should you hike?

At 4,390 km, Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Rheinland-Pfalz is the longer route — roughly 4,254 km more than Internationaler Bergwanderweg Eisenach–Budapest (Thüringen West) (136 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 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.