· Regional
· R
Strenuous
Rothaarsteig Etappen 3-5
📏
55.5 km
Distance
⏱
13h 48min
Est. duration
⛰
Strenuous
Difficulty
➡
Linear
Route type
Rothaarsteig Etappen 3-5 is a 55.5 km Regional Hiking hiking route.
Covering 55.5 km, this is a true long-distance trail best approached as a multi-day journey through varied terrain.
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. The trail is officially waymarked as R, so look out for the trail markers along the way.
As a Regional Walking Network (RWN) route, this trail is maintained and waymarked at the regional level. It typically connects towns, villages, and natural highlights across the wider area.
Elevation Profile
Loading elevation data…
Elevation data unavailable for this route.
↑ Elevation gain
↓ Elevation loss
High point
Low point
Elevation data from SRTM via OpenTopoData (open dataset).
Map
View on OSM →Loading…
Waypoints
5 points along the routeA
Start
· Winterberg
B
Finish
· Lützel
Photos
No photos yet for this route.
Reviews
No reviews yet.
Log in to write a review
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Rothaarsteig Etappen 3-5 hiking route?
Rothaarsteig Etappen 3-5 is 55.5 km long.
How much time should I allow for Rothaarsteig Etappen 3-5?
Most walkers allow around 13h 48min for Rothaarsteig Etappen 3-5 at a comfortable pace.
Is Rothaarsteig Etappen 3-5 a circular or linear route?
Rothaarsteig Etappen 3-5 is a linear route, not a loop. It runs from Winterberg to Lützel. Return transport from the finish point is recommended.
Where does Rothaarsteig Etappen 3-5 start?
Rothaarsteig Etappen 3-5 starts at Winterberg.
Is Rothaarsteig Etappen 3-5 suitable for beginners?
Rothaarsteig Etappen 3-5 is best suited to experienced, fit hikers. It is not suitable for beginners.
Who maintains the Rothaarsteig Etappen 3-5 trail?
Rothaarsteig Etappen 3-5 is maintained and managed by Rothaarsteigverein.