Rheinsteig — Stages 18–21: Rüdesheim to Wiesbaden-Biebrich
~4 days · 33.7 mi · hard · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Rheinsteig — Stages 18–21: Rüdesheim to Wiesbaden-Biebrich is known for
Stages 18–21 of Rheinsteig is an official 58.4 km point-to-point section from Rüdesheim am Rhein to Wiesbaden-Biebrich.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 883 ft to 3,983 ft over 33.7 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 13.8 mi · 42%
- Downhill 15.0 mi · 45%
- Flat 4.4 mi · 13%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Rheinsteig — Stages 18–21: Rüdesheim to Wiesbaden-Biebrich?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Rheinsteig — Stages 18–21: Rüdesheim to Wiesbaden-Biebrich scores 17/100, 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 18–21: Rüdesheim to Wiesbaden-Biebrich take?
Most backpackers hike the Rheinsteig — Stages 18–21: Rüdesheim to Wiesbaden-Biebrich in about 4 days (3 nights out) over its 33.7 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Rheinsteig — Stages 18–21: Rüdesheim to Wiesbaden-Biebrich?
The Rheinsteig — Stages 18–21: Rüdesheim to Wiesbaden-Biebrich climbs roughly 4,606 ft total — about 137 ft per mile, topping out near 1,214 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.