JK30 vs Via Alpina Purple A16
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
Units
| JK30 | Via Alpina Purple A16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 21 mi34 km | 13.0 mi21 km |
| Elevation gain | 3,533 ft1,077 m | 4,455 ft1,358 m |
| Typical duration | 2 days | 2 days |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Loop | Point-to-point |
| Network | International | International |
| Country | Austria | Austria |
| Best time to hike | Best months: April, November | Best months: April, August |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
JK30 vs Via Alpina Purple A16: which should you hike?
At 21 mi34 km, JK30 is the longer route — roughly 8.5 mi14 km more than Via Alpina Purple A16 (13.0 mi21 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 A16 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.