Cotswold Way — Sections 9–11: Painswick to Wotton-under-Edge
~3 days · 23.9 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Cotswold Way — Sections 9–11: Painswick to Wotton-under-Edge is known for
Sections 9–11 of Cotswold Way is an official 36 km point-to-point section from Painswick trail node (OSM node 1270276094) to Wotton-under-Edge trail node (OSM node 20936525).
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 292 ft to 2,638 ft over 23.9 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 10.2 mi · 43%
- Downhill 12.3 mi · 51%
- Flat 1.3 mi · 6%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Cotswold Way — Sections 9–11: Painswick to Wotton-under-Edge?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Cotswold Way — Sections 9–11: Painswick to Wotton-under-Edge scores 17/100, 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 Cotswold Way — Sections 9–11: Painswick to Wotton-under-Edge take?
Most backpackers hike the Cotswold Way — Sections 9–11: Painswick to Wotton-under-Edge in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 23.9 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Cotswold Way — Sections 9–11: Painswick to Wotton-under-Edge?
The Cotswold Way — Sections 9–11: Painswick to Wotton-under-Edge climbs roughly 3,953 ft total — about 165 ft per mile, topping out near 807 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.