Busenberger Holzschuhpfad

Südwestpfalz, Rheinland-Pfalz, Deutschland

15.4 miles (24.8 km) · 2,802 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Busenberger Holzschuhpfad is a 15.4-mile loop route in Südwestpfalz, Rheinland-Pfalz, Deutschland, gaining 2,786 feet of elevation. The route follows a rolling elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 4.3 miles gaining 996 feet at an average 8.4% grade. About 62% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a climb and finishes with mixed terrain.

Route facts

Distance	15.4 mi (24.8 km)
Elevation gain	2,802 ft (854 m)
Average gain	182 ft per mile (34 m per km)
Longest climb	3.8 mi, 604 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	29.4%
Runnable	62% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Rolling
Difficulty score	9 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	12%
Mild uphill	21%
Moderate uphill	10%
Steep uphill	14%
Mild downhill	20%
Moderate downhill	9%
Steep downhill	13%

Questions about Busenberger Holzschuhpfad

How much elevation gain does Busenberger Holzschuhpfad have?

Busenberger Holzschuhpfad has 2,802 ft (854 m) of elevation gain over 15.4 miles (24.8 km). That averages 182 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Busenberger Holzschuhpfad?

The difficulty score for Busenberger Holzschuhpfad is 9 of 100. That is harder than 65.5% of routes at a similar distance. About 62% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Busenberger Holzschuhpfad?

The longest climb on Busenberger Holzschuhpfad runs 3.8 miles (6.2 km) and gains 604 ft (184 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 29.4%.