European long distance path E3 - part Slovakia (west) vs Internationaler Bergwanderweg Eisenach–Budapest (Slowakei West)
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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| European long distance path E3 - part Slovakia (west) | Internationaler Bergwanderweg Eisenach–Budapest (Slowakei West) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 127 mi204 km | 132 mi212 km |
| Elevation gain | 19,222 ft5,859 m | 19,610 ft5,977 m |
| Typical duration | 10 days | 10 days |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | International | International |
| Country | Slovakia | Slovakia |
| Best time to hike | Best from August to August | Best from August to August |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
European long distance path E3 - part Slovakia (west) vs Internationaler Bergwanderweg Eisenach–Budapest (Slowakei West): which should you hike?
At 132 mi212 km, Internationaler Bergwanderweg Eisenach–Budapest (Slowakei West) is the longer route — roughly 5.0 mi8 km more than European long distance path E3 - part Slovakia (west) (127 mi204 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, European long distance path E3 - part Slovakia (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.