Via Alpina Red R18 vs Via Alpina Red R25
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 Red R18 | Via Alpina Red R25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 13 km | 9 km |
| Elevation gain | 778 m | 650 m |
| Typical duration | — | — |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | 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 |
Via Alpina Red R18 vs Via Alpina Red R25: which should you hike?
At 13 km, Via Alpina Red R18 is the longer route — roughly 4 km more than Via Alpina Red R25 (9 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 R25 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.