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· International · E8 Moderate

Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8 - Österreich

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14.7 km Distance
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3h 40min Est. duration
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Moderate Difficulty
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Linear Route type

Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8 (Rhein - Main - Donau - Karpaten), Abschnitt in Österreich von Oberkappel an der deutschen Grenze bis zur slowakischen Grenze

Covering 14.7 km, this is a substantial hike requiring a reasonable base fitness. Most walkers complete it in about 3 hours and 16 minutes.

This linear trail moves from one end to the other without looping back. A return journey by transport — or retracing the path — is needed to get back to the start. 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
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Start · Oberkappel
0 km 48.8477°, 15.7641°
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3.7 km 48.8625°, 15.8350°
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2
7.4 km 48.8547°, 15.8589°
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3
11.0 km 48.8437°, 15.8820°
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Finish · Petržalka
14.7 km 48.8294°, 15.8926°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it to walk Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8 - Österreich?
Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8 - Österreich covers a distance of 14.7 km.
How long does it take to walk Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8 - Österreich?
At an average walking pace, Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8 - Österreich takes approximately 3h 40min to complete.
Do I need to return the same way on Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8 - Österreich?
No — Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8 - Österreich is a one-way trail. It runs from Oberkappel to Petržalka. You will need to arrange return transport or retrace the route.
Where can I begin walking Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8 - Österreich?
You can begin Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8 - Österreich at Oberkappel.
How difficult is Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8 - Österreich?
Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8 - Österreich is a moderate hike suitable for walkers with a basic level of fitness.
Who maintains the Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8 - Österreich trail?
Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8 - Österreich is maintained and managed by European Ramblers Association.
Is Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8 - Österreich part of a larger trail network?
Yes, Europäischer Fernwanderweg E8 - Österreich is part of the International Walking Network (IWN), connecting this route to a wider network of long-distance hiking trails.