Eifelsteig — Stages 4–6: Einruhr to Blankenheim landscape

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Eifelsteig — Stages 4–6: Einruhr to Blankenheim

~3 days · 38.8 mi · hard · Point-to-point

Quick facts

Distance38.8 mi
Days out3
Elevation gain5,755 ft
Gain / mile148 ft
High point1,880 ft
Difficulty index20/100

What the Eifelsteig — Stages 4–6: Einruhr to Blankenheim is known for

Stages 4–6 of Eifelsteig is an official 62.1 km point-to-point section from Einruhr to Blankenheim.

Route map & campsites

Route map of the Eifelsteig — Stages 4–6: Einruhr to Blankenheim on OpenStreetMap terrain Open in Planner →

Route shape from OpenStreetMap geometry. Start · End · Camp

Elevation profile

Elevation ranges from 3,143 ft to 5,984 ft over 38.8 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).

  • Uphill 19.2 mi · 49%
  • Downhill 12.9 mi · 33%
  • Flat 6.8 mi · 17%

Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.

How hard is the Eifelsteig — Stages 4–6: Einruhr to Blankenheim?

20 / 100

On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Eifelsteig — Stages 4–6: Einruhr to Blankenheim scores 20/100, 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 4–6: Einruhr to Blankenheim take?

Most backpackers hike the Eifelsteig — Stages 4–6: Einruhr to Blankenheim in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 38.8 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.

How much elevation gain is on the Eifelsteig — Stages 4–6: Einruhr to Blankenheim?

The Eifelsteig — Stages 4–6: Einruhr to Blankenheim climbs roughly 5,755 ft total — about 148 ft per mile, topping out near 1,880 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.

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