Alpe-Adria-Trail
~30 days · 429.8 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Alpe-Adria-Trail is known for
The Alpe-Adria-Trail runs south from Kaiser-Franz-Josefs-Höhe below the Grossglockner through Carinthia and Slovenia to Muggia on the Adriatic. The official site currently publishes 37 numbered stages for the linear route and describes the broader trail system as 43 stages and over 750 km. This approximately 692 km planning line is assembled exclusively from OpenStreetMap stage relations (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL); known OSM relation gaps near Kolbnitz, Baumgartnerhöhe, and Tolmin are documented in the boundary notes and make affected section cuts unsuitable for release.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 98 ft to 25,479 ft over 429.8 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 188.4 mi · 44%
- Downhill 201.6 mi · 47%
- Flat 39.7 mi · 9%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Alpe-Adria-Trail?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Alpe-Adria-Trail scores 86/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Alpe-Adria-Trail take?
Most backpackers hike the Alpe-Adria-Trail in about 30 days (29 nights out) over its 429.8 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Alpe-Adria-Trail?
The Alpe-Adria-Trail climbs roughly 118,291 ft total — about 275 ft per mile, topping out near 7,766 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.