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Walking routes
Easy walking loops in parks, along rivers and around towns — the kind you can do in an hour without special kit.
What to know
A brisk walk is around 5 km/h, so a 5 km loop takes about an hour. Walking is the most sustainable exercise there is: it is gentle on the joints and easy to repeat every day, which is what actually moves your weekly totals.
Individual walking routes are being added from open trail data. The planning table below applies to any route.
Time, calories and steps by distance
| Distance | Time | Calories | Steps |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 km | 12 min | ~54 kcal | ~1 400 |
| 3 km | 36 min | ~162 kcal | ~4 200 |
| 5 km | 60 min | ~270 kcal | ~7 000 |
| 10 km | 120 min | ~540 kcal | ~14 000 |
| 20 km | 240 min | ~1 080 kcal | ~28 000 |
Source: Calorie figures are MET-based estimates for a 70 kg person; times assume a steady pace on flat ground and exclude stops and climbing. · checked 2026-09-04
Frequently asked questions
How many calories does walking routes burn?
About 270 kcal an hour for a 70 kg person, scaling up with your weight and the terrain.
How long will it take?
At a typical walking routes pace of about 5 km/h, plus stops and any climbing.
Turn routes into results
TempoLife logs every walk, hike and ride and shows your weekly distance and calorie trend.