How hard is Rote Steig?

Classified as Category 5, Rote Steig is a steep and demanding effort.

How long is Rote Steig?

Rote Steig is 0.6km long with 57m of elevation gain. At a typical climbing pace, expect the ascent to take roughly 4 minutes.

Where does Rote Steig start?

Rote Steig starts on the Rote in Bavaria, Germany. The starting coordinates are 49.7653°N, 10.6128°E.

What is the steepest section of Rote Steig?

The steepest 100-metre section of Rote Steig hits 15.7%. A brutal pitch that demands commitment and the right gearing. The average gradient across the full climb is 10.2%.

Cat 5 Rote

Rote Steig

Bavaria, germany

The Rote rises 0.6km through gentle countryside, gaining 57m to 359m. Averaging 10.2%, the road kicks to 15.7% at its steepest — a brutal pitch that demands respect. It's over before the legs know what happened — a short, explosive effort where momentum is everything. Located in Bavaria, Germany.