European long distance path E12 - part Slovenia vs Via Alpina Purple A9
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
| European long distance path E12 - part Slovenia | Via Alpina Purple A9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 50 km | 17 km |
| Elevation gain | 413 m | 551 m |
| Typical duration | — | — |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | International | International |
| Country | Slovenia | Slovenia |
| Best time to hike | Best months: April, December | Best from August to August |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
European long distance path E12 - part Slovenia vs Via Alpina Purple A9: which should you hike?
At 50 km, European long distance path E12 - part Slovenia is the longer route — roughly 33 km more than Via Alpina Purple A9 (17 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Via Alpina Purple A9 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.
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