JK26 vs Via Alpina Purple A40
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
| JK26 | Via Alpina Purple A40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 720 km | 6 km |
| Elevation gain | — | 83 m |
| Typical duration | — | — |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Loop | Point-to-point |
| Network | International | International |
| Country | Austria | Austria |
| Best time to hike | Best from August to August | Best from June to August |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
JK26 vs Via Alpina Purple A40: which should you hike?
At 720 km, JK26 is the longer route — roughly 714 km more than Via Alpina Purple A40 (6 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 A40 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.