Burgholz is a region in Wuppertal, Germany, characterized by its expansive arboretum and a contiguous state forest. This area presents a diverse natural environment with varied topography, featuring both gentle inclines and more challenging ascents. The 200-hectare Burgholz Arboretum, home to over 100 tree species, and the surrounding 540-hectare forest create a significant green space. These natural features make Burgholz a prominent destination for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, and more.
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4.8
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333
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50.3km
02:23
610m
610m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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37.2km
01:48
470m
470m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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53.8km
02:32
600m
600m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.2
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270
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.9
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1,525
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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20.3km
01:23
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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34
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64.2km
05:41
1,120m
1,120m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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58.4km
04:07
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21.1km
01:26
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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25
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11.7km
01:25
290m
290m
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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16.9km
01:53
260m
260m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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339
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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324
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
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899
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9.39km
02:45
250m
250m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.58km
02:43
220m
220m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12.3km
03:30
280m
280m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.16km
01:58
120m
120m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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48.3km
03:06
590m
590m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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132
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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74
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49.2km
04:01
1,000m
1,000m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

12.2km
03:18
170m
170m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
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18.3km
05:15
430m
430m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
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10.3km
02:47
130m
130m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Burgholz is a region in Wuppertal, Germany, characterized by its expansive Burgholz Arboretum and surrounding state forest. The arboretum covers approximately 200 hectares and the forest spans 540 hectares. This area functions as an important local recreation space.
Burgholz offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features 89 routes across these sports. These routes have an average rating of 4.51 stars from komoot users.
Burgholz offers numerous hiking trails with varied difficulty, including routes through the Burgholz Arboretum and the surrounding forest. For detailed information and route suggestions, refer to the Hiking around Burgholz guide. There are 72 hiking routes available in the region.
Yes, Burgholz features easy hiking trails suitable for various fitness levels. These paths often have gentle inclines and well-maintained surfaces. The Easy hikes around Burgholz guide provides specific routes.
Burgholz provides routes for Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The varied topography offers both scenic views and challenging sections. The Cycling around Burgholz guide offers more information.
Burgholz offers family-friendly options, particularly for hiking. The Family-friendly hikes around Burgholz guide highlights suitable routes. The Burgholz Forest Education Center also provides activities for children and adults.
Yes, Burgholz generally allows dogs on its trails. Specific routes designed with canine companions in mind are available. The Dog-friendly hikes around Burgholz guide provides suitable options.
The Burgholz Arboretum is a central feature of the region, covering approximately 200 hectares. It hosts over 100 coniferous and deciduous tree species from three continents. It serves as an experimental site for forestry and is the largest arboretum in Germany by area.
Burgholz is accessible via public transport from surrounding cities. Specific bus stations offer direct access to hiking trails. The Hikes from bus stations around Burgholz guide provides routes starting from these points.
Yes, the Burgholz region has amenities such as cafes and restaurants listed as highlights. These facilities provide options for refreshments before or after outdoor activities. Specific establishments can be found within the region's highlight categories.
Routes in Burgholz have an average rating of 4.51 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on more than 210,000 reviews from over 913,000 visitors. The high rating reflects the quality of outdoor experiences in the region.
Burgholz offers a total of 89 routes across various sports. These include 72 hiking routes, 7 jogging routes, 4 mountain biking routes, 1 road cycling route, and 5 touring cycling routes. This provides a wide selection for different outdoor interests.
The Burgholz Forest Education Center (WPZ Burgholz) offers various activities for children and adults. These programs include forest rallies, tree climbing, and wilderness training. The center aims to strengthen environmental awareness and provides a learning experience in nature.

