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· International · E8 Strenuous

Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Bayerischer Wald-Verein

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208.5 km Distance
51h 52min Est. duration
Strenuous Difficulty
Linear Route type

Cork (Ir) - Dublin (Ir) - Liverpool (GB) - Hull (GB) - Rotterdam (NL) - Nijmegen (NL) - Worms (D) - Donau (A) - Bratislava (SK) - Iwonicz-Zdrój (PL) - Border UA/PL

At 208.5 km, this is a demanding long-distance hike that may be split across multiple days. Experienced hikers typically take around 46 hours and 20 minutes to complete it end-to-end.

As a linear trail, this route has distinct start and end points. Return transport is worth arranging in advance unless you plan to walk back the same way. Look for the E8 trail markings to stay on the official route.

As an International Walking Network (IWN) route, this trail is part of a network connecting countries across Europe and beyond. Quality standards for surface and signage are consistently high.

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Waypoints

5 points along the route
A
Start · Stausacker (Kelheim)
0 km 48.8949°, 11.8180°
1
52.1 km 49.0739°, 12.7136°
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2
104.2 km 48.8458°, 13.1234°
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3
156.3 km 48.6614°, 13.4377°
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B
Finish · Oberkappel
208.5 km 48.5538°, 13.7706°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it to walk Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Bayerischer Wald-Verein?
Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Bayerischer Wald-Verein covers a distance of 208.5 km.
How long does it take to walk Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Bayerischer Wald-Verein?
At an average walking pace, Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Bayerischer Wald-Verein takes approximately 51h 52min to complete.
Do I need to return the same way on Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Bayerischer Wald-Verein?
No — Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Bayerischer Wald-Verein is a one-way trail. It runs from Stausacker (Kelheim) to Oberkappel. You will need to arrange return transport or retrace the route.
Where can I begin walking Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Bayerischer Wald-Verein?
You can begin Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Bayerischer Wald-Verein at Stausacker (Kelheim).
How difficult is Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Bayerischer Wald-Verein?
Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Bayerischer Wald-Verein is a strenuous hike requiring excellent fitness and prior hiking experience.
Who maintains the Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Bayerischer Wald-Verein trail?
Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Bayerischer Wald-Verein is maintained and managed by European Ramblers Association.
Is Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Bayerischer Wald-Verein part of a larger trail network?
Yes, Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Bayerischer Wald-Verein is part of the International Walking Network (IWN), connecting this route to a wider network of long-distance hiking trails.