JK28 vs Via Alpina Red R18
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
Units
| JK28 | Via Alpina Red R18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 13.0 mi22 km | 8.2 mi13 km |
| Elevation gain | 4,718 ft1,438 m | 2,306 ft703 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 |
JK28 vs Via Alpina Red R18: which should you hike?
At 13.0 mi22 km, JK28 is the longer route — roughly 5.3 mi8 km more than Via Alpina Red R18 (8.2 mi13 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 R18 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.