Lechweg — Stages 1–3: Formarinsee to Holzgau
~3 days · 28.6 mi · hard · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Lechweg — Stages 1–3: Formarinsee to Holzgau is known for
Stages 1–3 of Lechweg is an official 44 km point-to-point section from Formarinsee to Holzgau.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 11,798 ft to 20,128 ft over 28.6 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 8.4 mi · 30%
- Downhill 18.7 mi · 66%
- Flat 1.2 mi · 4%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Lechweg — Stages 1–3: Formarinsee to Holzgau?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Lechweg — Stages 1–3: Formarinsee to Holzgau scores 23/100, 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 Lechweg — Stages 1–3: Formarinsee to Holzgau take?
Most backpackers hike the Lechweg — Stages 1–3: Formarinsee to Holzgau in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 28.6 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Lechweg — Stages 1–3: Formarinsee to Holzgau?
The Lechweg — Stages 1–3: Formarinsee to Holzgau climbs roughly 6,325 ft total — about 221 ft per mile, topping out near 6,138 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.