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Via Alpina Red Trail R2-R15

Premuda bis Thörl (AT)

Also in Kärnten, AustriaTrieste, ItalyAjdovščina, SloveniaBovec, SloveniaKanal, SloveniaKobarid, SloveniaKomen, SloveniaNova Goriška, SloveniaSežana, SloveniaTolmin, Slovenia

Hiking Difficult

Distance
233 km
Ascent
10 km
Descent
9.9 km
Duration
1 day +
Low Point
84 m
High Point
2.4 km
Gradient
12˚
Via Alpina Red Trail R2-R15 Map

This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done between June and October. From a low point of 84 m to the maximum altitude of 2.4 km, the route covers 233 km, 10419 vertical metres of ascent and 9852 vertical metres of descent.

Description

The first leg of the Via Alpina red trail from Triest to the Austrian Border. It skips the first section from Muggia

Difficulty

Difficult

Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.

Medium Exposure

2 out of 4

The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between June and October

Features

  • Alpine
  • Wildlife
  • Picturesque
  • Summit Hike
  • Wild flowers
  • Forestry or heavy vegetation