Rothaarsteig — Stages 3–5: Winterberg to Ginsberger Heide
~3 days · 33.2 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Rothaarsteig — Stages 3–5: Winterberg to Ginsberger Heide is known for
Stages 3–5 of Rothaarsteig is an official 57.2 km point-to-point section from Winterberg to Ginsberger Heide.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 5,771 ft to 9,052 ft over 33.2 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 12.3 mi · 37%
- Downhill 14.1 mi · 43%
- Flat 6.5 mi · 20%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Rothaarsteig — Stages 3–5: Winterberg to Ginsberger Heide?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Rothaarsteig — Stages 3–5: Winterberg to Ginsberger Heide scores 15/100, 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 3–5: Winterberg to Ginsberger Heide take?
Most backpackers hike the Rothaarsteig — Stages 3–5: Winterberg to Ginsberger Heide in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 33.2 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Rothaarsteig — Stages 3–5: Winterberg to Ginsberger Heide?
The Rothaarsteig — Stages 3–5: Winterberg to Ginsberger Heide climbs roughly 3,720 ft total — about 112 ft per mile, topping out near 2,762 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.