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Pfälzer Waldpfad

The Pfälzer Waldpfad is a nature-rich long-distance trail through the Palatinate hiking region.
Length
143 km
Ascent
3835 m
Descent
3950 m
Highest
606 m
Difficulty
3 - Strenuous
Difficulty
3 of 5
Duration
41 h

GPX

Map and Elevation

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I walked this trail in 2024 and it is one of my favourites. The Pfälzer Waldpfad officially begins in Kaiserslautern and proceeds southwards to Schweigen-Rechtenbach near the border with France which is also the end of the Pfälzer Weinsteig. I have added an optional detour to historical Wissembourg where it is easier to catch a train, however Schweigen Rechtenbach is also a nice place to end the hike. The walk (or bus) from there to Wissembourg isn’t far.

Trail Certification

Wanderbares Deutschland Quality Trail German Hiking Association logo

Quality Trail

A Long-Distance Quality Trail meets high national standards for attractive hiking routes. These trails are carefully maintained, clearly marked, and designed to protect nature while providing a high-quality hiking experience. Regional experts monitor the trails, and they are reassessed every three years by the German Hiking Association based on criteria such as trail structure, signage, landscape, culture, and infrastructure.

References

  1. pfalz.de
  2. wikipedia.org
  3. wanderbares-deutschland.de