Zuflucht Pass
Zuflucht
Germany · Northern Black Forest (Baden-Württemberg)
961m
Key Facts
- Elevation
- 961m
- Route length
- 8 km
- Max gradient
- 16%
- Driving difficulty
- Moderate (2/5)
- Surface
- Good
- Open
- Year-round
Route & Map
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Route
SOppenau
8 km · max 16%
▲Zuflucht Pass (961m)
Descent
EZuflucht (B28/B500)
A steep mountain pass at 961m reached via a demanding climb from Oppenau in the Renchtal valley. The 7.9km ascent averages 8.5% gradient with brutally steep sections up to 16%, making it a favourite among cyclists.
Weather & Conditions
Driving Experience
Elevation Profile
↑714m gain
↓42m loss
292m → 964m → 964m
Difficulty
Moderate
2/5 — car driving difficulty
Based on steepness, elevation gain, road length & surface quality
Hairpin Turns
0
Sweeping curves, no tight switchbacks
When to Drive
Year-round (best: July - September)
- ›Open year-round, though winter conditions may require snow equipment.
- ›Morning hours offer the best driving conditions with less traffic.
- ›Steep gradients demand good brakes. Use low gears on descent to avoid brake fade.
Coordinates
- Summit
- 48.4914°N, 8.2425°E
- Start (Oppenau)
- 48.4775°N, 8.1715°E
- End (Zuflucht (B28/B500))
- 48.4914°N, 8.2425°E
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