Rothaarsteig — Stages 1–2: Brilon to Winterberg
~2 days · 26.7 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Rothaarsteig — Stages 1–2: Brilon to Winterberg is known for
Stages 1–2 of Rothaarsteig is an official 51.1 km point-to-point section from Brilon to Winterberg.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 4,682 ft to 9,108 ft over 26.7 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 11.4 mi · 43%
- Downhill 11.9 mi · 45%
- Flat 3.2 mi · 12%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Rothaarsteig — Stages 1–2: Brilon to Winterberg?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Rothaarsteig — Stages 1–2: Brilon to Winterberg 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 Rothaarsteig — Stages 1–2: Brilon to Winterberg take?
Most backpackers hike the Rothaarsteig — Stages 1–2: Brilon to Winterberg in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 26.7 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Rothaarsteig — Stages 1–2: Brilon to Winterberg?
The Rothaarsteig — Stages 1–2: Brilon to Winterberg climbs roughly 4,213 ft total — about 158 ft per mile, topping out near 2,779 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.