European walking route E2 west, UK, South West England vs South West Coast Path (Section 1: Minehead to Porlock Weir)
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 walking route E2 west, UK, South West England | South West Coast Path (Section 1: Minehead to Porlock Weir) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 27 mi44 km | 9.8 mi16 km |
| Elevation gain | 1,621 ft494 m | 1,286 ft392 m |
| Typical duration | 2 days | 1 day |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | International | National |
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Best time to hike | Best months: May, June, August | Best from June to August |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
European walking route E2 west, UK, South West England vs South West Coast Path (Section 1: Minehead to Porlock Weir): which should you hike?
At 27 mi44 km, European walking route E2 west, UK, South West England is the longer route — roughly 17 mi28 km more than South West Coast Path (Section 1: Minehead to Porlock Weir) (9.8 mi16 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, South West Coast Path (Section 1: Minehead to Porlock Weir) 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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