Wandeltempo

Wandeltempo is the pace at which a person walks. It is usually described in kilometers per hour (km/h) or minutes per kilometer (min/km). The tempo depends on the individual and the context, and it can vary with fitness level, age, terrain, weather, load, and目的 of the walk, such as casual strolling, commuting, or training.

Measurement and indicators: Wandeltempo can be assessed informally by speaking ability. At an easy pace, a person can talk in full sentences; at a brisk pace, conversation becomes more challenging. In fitness and planning contexts, tempo is often measured with objective metrics such as pace in km/h or min/km, or monitored using heart rate to gauge intensity.

Typical ranges: For adults, casual walking generally falls around 4 to 5 km/h (about 12–15 minutes per kilometer). A comfortable everyday pace is roughly 5 to 6.5 km/h. Brisk walking commonly ranges from about 6 to 7.5 km/h, while faster walking can exceed 7.5 km/h under favorable conditions or for trained walkers. These figures are approximate and can vary between individuals and situations.

Contexts and uses: Wandeltempo is used in fitness and endurance training to regulate intensity. In urban planning and transport forecasting, average wandeltempo helps estimate walking times between locations and informs pedestrian infrastructure design, such as crosswalk timings and sidewalk spacing. In sports such as Nordic walking, tempo adjustments accompany technique and energy management.