Via Alpina Blue D5 vs Via Alpina Red R116
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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| Via Alpina Blue D5 | Via Alpina Red R116 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 14.0 mi23 km | 7.3 mi12 km |
| Elevation gain | 4,354 ft1,327 m | 3,238 ft987 m |
| Typical duration | 2 days | 1 day |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | International | International |
| Country | Switzerland | Switzerland |
| Best time to hike | Best from June to August | Best from August to August |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Via Alpina Blue D5 vs Via Alpina Red R116: which should you hike?
At 14.0 mi23 km, Via Alpina Blue D5 is the longer route — roughly 7.0 mi11 km more than Via Alpina Red R116 (7.3 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 Red R116 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.