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Jakobsweg: Mainz - Bingen - Trier vs Via Alpina Purple A47

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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Jakobsweg: Mainz - Bingen - Trier Via Alpina Purple A47
Distance 99 mi160 km 7.5 mi12 km
Elevation gain 5,636 ft1,718 m 4,078 ft1,243 m
Typical duration 7 days 1 day
Difficulty — —
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network International International
Country Germany Germany
Best time to hike Best months: March, April, June, August Best from June to August
map Route & GPX map Route & GPX

Jakobsweg: Mainz - Bingen - Trier vs Via Alpina Purple A47: which should you hike?

At 99 mi160 km, Jakobsweg: Mainz - Bingen - Trier is the longer route — roughly 92 mi148 km more than Via Alpina Purple A47 (7.5 mi12 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 A47 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.