Eifelsteig — Stages 10–12: Gerolstein to Kloster Himmerod
~3 days · 41.1 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Eifelsteig — Stages 10–12: Gerolstein to Kloster Himmerod is known for
Stages 10–12 of Eifelsteig is an official 65.3 km point-to-point section from Gerolstein to Kloster Himmerod.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 2,713 ft to 6,824 ft over 41.1 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 18.0 mi · 44%
- Downhill 18.2 mi · 44%
- Flat 4.8 mi · 12%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Eifelsteig — Stages 10–12: Gerolstein to Kloster Himmerod?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Eifelsteig — Stages 10–12: Gerolstein to Kloster Himmerod scores 24/100, 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 Eifelsteig — Stages 10–12: Gerolstein to Kloster Himmerod take?
Most backpackers hike the Eifelsteig — Stages 10–12: Gerolstein to Kloster Himmerod in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 41.1 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Eifelsteig — Stages 10–12: Gerolstein to Kloster Himmerod?
The Eifelsteig — Stages 10–12: Gerolstein to Kloster Himmerod climbs roughly 7,615 ft total — about 185 ft per mile, topping out near 2,126 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0. 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.