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· International · E8 Strenuous

Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Odenwald West

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26.7 km Distance
6h 38min 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

A 26.7 km long-distance challenge suited to experienced hikers. Most complete it in around 5 hours and 56 minutes.

This is a point-to-point route, running from one location to another. Plan ahead for return transport, or consider reversing the route on your way back. 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 · Hofheim (Lampertheim)
0 km 49.6587°, 8.4137°
1
6.7 km 49.6935°, 8.4870°
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2
13.3 km 49.7052°, 8.5718°
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3
20.0 km 49.7038°, 8.6253°
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Finish · Hochstädten (Bensheim)
26.7 km 49.7143°, 8.6649°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it to walk Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Odenwald West?
Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Odenwald West covers a distance of 26.7 km.
How long does it take to walk Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Odenwald West?
At an average walking pace, Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Odenwald West takes approximately 6h 38min to complete.
Do I need to return the same way on Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Odenwald West?
No — Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Odenwald West is a one-way trail. It runs from Hofheim (Lampertheim) to Hochstädten (Bensheim). You will need to arrange return transport or retrace the route.
Where can I begin walking Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Odenwald West?
You can begin Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Odenwald West at Hofheim (Lampertheim).
How difficult is Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Odenwald West?
Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Odenwald West is a strenuous hike requiring excellent fitness and prior hiking experience.
Who maintains the Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Odenwald West trail?
Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Odenwald West is maintained and managed by European Ramblers Association.
Is Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Odenwald West part of a larger trail network?
Yes, Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8, Odenwald West is part of the International Walking Network (IWN), connecting this route to a wider network of long-distance hiking trails.