Rheinsteig — Stages 1–3: Bonn to Linz
~3 days · 33.4 mi · hard · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Rheinsteig — Stages 1–3: Bonn to Linz is known for
Stages 1–3 of Rheinsteig is an official 56.4 km point-to-point section from Bonn to Linz am Rhein.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 528 ft to 3,842 ft over 33.4 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 12.8 mi · 39%
- Downhill 14.7 mi · 44%
- Flat 5.7 mi · 17%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Rheinsteig — Stages 1–3: Bonn to Linz?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Rheinsteig — Stages 1–3: Bonn to Linz scores 22/100, 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 Rheinsteig — Stages 1–3: Bonn to Linz take?
Most backpackers hike the Rheinsteig — Stages 1–3: Bonn to Linz in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 33.4 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Rheinsteig — Stages 1–3: Bonn to Linz?
The Rheinsteig — Stages 1–3: Bonn to Linz climbs roughly 6,362 ft total — about 190 ft per mile, topping out near 1,237 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.