E1 European long distance path
The E1 European long-distance path, or just E1 path, is one of the European long-distance paths designated by the European Ramblers' Association. It has a total length of some 7,000 kilometres (4,300 mi). It begins in Norway at Nordkapp, and crosses the Kattegat between Sweden and Denmark by ferry. It passes through Denmark, Germany, and Switzerland to finish at Capo Passero, Italy. This path was extended southwards to Sicily, in Italy, in 2018.
| E1 European long-distance path | |
|---|---|
| Length | 7,114 kilometres (4,420 mi) |
| Location | Europe |
| Designation | European long-distance paths |
| Trailheads | Nordkapp, Norway Capo Passero, Italy |
| Use | Hiking, backpacking |
| Highest point | St. Gotthard Pass, Canton of Ticino, Switzerland, 2,106 m (6,909 ft) |
| Lowest point | Sea Level, Nordkapp, Norway, 0 m (0 ft) |
| Difficulty | Easy to strenuous |
| Months | Any |
| Website | European Ramblers Association E1 |
| Trail map | |
E1 European long-distance path | |
Specific E1 waymarks are only seen in some locations such as at border crossings or at intersections with other paths; otherwise, the signs and markings of the local routes which make up the E1 are used. The path is described here in a north to south direction, although it is waymarked in both directions.