What to Pack for Via Mariae M02
52-day hike
51 nights out pack for rain
Everything you need for Via Mariae M02 — built from the route profile and overnight conditions, with weights and gear picks.
Units
Food & water
Budget roughly 80.2 lb36.4 kg of food for 52 days (~1.5 lb700 g per day) and carry 2–3 quarts2–3 L of water between resupply points. Dial it in with the food weight calculator, and check the best time to hike Via Mariae M02 before you go.
The essentials
Backpack
A 40–60 L pack for a 52-day trip.
Suggested: Zpacks Arc Blast 55L
(450 g)
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Tent or shelter
You'll camp 51 nights on this route.
Suggested: ADOTEC Gear Ultralight Flat Tarp Small 6.5x4.5ft
(70 g)
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Sleeping bag
Nights get cold (lows near °C) — bring a warm bag.
Suggested: Zpacks Summer Quilt
(244 g)
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Sleeping pad
An insulated pad for warmth and comfort.
Suggested: NEMO Equipment Tensor Elite Sleeping Pad
(240 g)
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Hiking shoes
Trail shoes are enough for this route.
Suggested: Xero Shoes Z-Trail EV
(215 g)
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Map & GPS
Download the GPX and carry a backup map.
Suggested: Suunto Clipper Compass
(5 g)
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Headlamp
For early starts, camp and emergencies.
Suggested: Petzl Bindi Headlamp
(35 g)
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First-aid kit
Blister care, painkillers and the basics.
Suggested: HART Day Hike First Aid Kit
(99 g)
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Safety items
Whistle, emergency blanket and fire starter.
Suggested: Fox 40 Micro Whistle
(10 g)
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Cooking & water
Stove & cook set
For hot meals and drinks at camp.
Suggested: BRS 3000T Ultralight Titanium Stove
(25 g)
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Clothing
Base layer
A moisture-wicking next-to-skin layer.
Suggested: Craft Extreme Zero Base Layer Short Sleeve
(80 g)
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Insulating mid layer
A fleece or light down layer.
Suggested: Janji Auras Ultrafleece Hoodie
(133 g)
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Insulated jacket
Cold conditions — bring a warm insulated layer.
Suggested: Rab Downpour Light Jacket
(219 g)
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Waterproof jacket
Rain is likely — pack a waterproof shell.
Suggested: OMM waterproof Kamleika Cap
(30 g)
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Useful extras
Trekking poles
Save your knees on the long descents.
Suggested: Gossamer Gear FT3 Trekking Poles
(176 g)
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Hygiene kit
Toothbrush, biodegradable soap and a trowel.
Suggested: PackTowl UltraLite Face Towel
(28 g)
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Repair kit
Tape, cordage and a spare buckle.
Suggested: Igneous Ultralight Repair Kit
(14 g)
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