JK02 vs Via Alpina Red R17
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
Units
| JK02 | Via Alpina Red R17 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 21 mi34 km | 9.1 mi15 km |
| Elevation gain | 6,765 ft2,062 m | 2,133 ft650 m |
| Typical duration | 2 days | 1 day |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Loop | Point-to-point |
| Network | International | International |
| Country | Austria | Austria |
| Best time to hike | Best from August to August | Best from August to August |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
JK02 vs Via Alpina Red R17: which should you hike?
At 21 mi34 km, JK02 is the longer route — roughly 12.0 mi19 km more than Via Alpina Red R17 (9.1 mi15 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 Red R17 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.