Meraner Höhenweg — Stages 1–3: Giggelberg to Pfelders
~3 days · 30.7 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Meraner Höhenweg — Stages 1–3: Giggelberg to Pfelders is known for
Stages 1–3 of Meraner Höhenweg is an official 50 km point-to-point section from Giggelberg (OSM node 5519989421) to Pfelders / Plan (OSM node 499409658).
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 8,698 ft to 20,062 ft over 30.7 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 15.5 mi · 50%
- Downhill 14.2 mi · 46%
- Flat 0.9 mi · 3%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Meraner Höhenweg — Stages 1–3: Giggelberg to Pfelders?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Meraner Höhenweg — Stages 1–3: Giggelberg to Pfelders scores 51/100, 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 Meraner Höhenweg — Stages 1–3: Giggelberg to Pfelders take?
Most backpackers hike the Meraner Höhenweg — Stages 1–3: Giggelberg to Pfelders in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 30.7 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How high does the Meraner Höhenweg — Stages 1–3: Giggelberg to Pfelders go?
The Meraner Höhenweg — Stages 1–3: Giggelberg to Pfelders tops out near 6,227 ft over its 30.7 miles.
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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.