Via Alpina Purple A50 vs Via Alpina Red R40
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
| Via Alpina Purple A50 | Via Alpina Red R40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 12 km | 11 km |
| Elevation gain | 99 m | 105 m |
| Typical duration | — | — |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | International | International |
| Country | Austria | Austria |
| Best time to hike | Best from April to April | Best from August to October |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Via Alpina Purple A50 vs Via Alpina Red R40: which should you hike?
At 12 km, Via Alpina Purple A50 is the longer route — roughly 1 km more than Via Alpina Red R40 (11 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 R40 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.