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      Grindelwald trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has shared hundreds of photos from this region. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, E-Biking, Gravel Biking and Adaptive Biking.
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      This region uses the Uk/Euro style trail grading system.

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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Open as of Aug 31, 2026

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      62
      Trails Mountain Bike
      59
      Trails E-Bike
      54
      Trails Gravel Bike
      16
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      1
      Trails Hike
      59
      Trails Trail Running
      59
      Total Distance
      74 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      41 miles
      Total Descent
      30,286 ft
      Total Vertical
      6,394 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      8,708 ft
      Reports
      259
      Photos
      139
      Completed Counter
      9,162

      Popular Grindelwald Mountain Biking Trails

      95 4.2 2 miles 4 ft 341
      Great views from Bachalpsee and all the way down to Restaurant . Worth stopping for a cold drink or something to eat on the super terrace.
      85 4.7 492 ft 0 ft 185
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill primary. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
      90 4.3 1,791 ft 0 ft 165
      Loose track with gravel, easy and fun to ride, watch out for hikers !
      70 4.3 2 miles 564 ft 138 hike
      Nice crossing singletrack, nice view, some small tech parts, mostly easy.
      75 4.0 994 ft 0 ft 116
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
      85 4.0 4,209 ft 118 ft 112
      Nice singletrack with a nice view, first part is crossing witch is easy, and then more steep and technical in the woods !
      80 4.5 2,434 ft 0 ft 95
      Nice fast singletrack in the first parts, and then more tech parts in the woods !
      80 5.0 5,243 ft 178 ft 89
      Popular green difficulty family friendly singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 178 ft green climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

      Today
      • 1 rides
      Yesterday
      • 0 rides
      Past Week
      • 16 rides

      Grindelwald Mountain Bike Routes

      4.0 19 miles 4,687 ft 7 Loop
      This trail is suitable for trail beginners and advanced, but already require an advanced mountain bike...
      16 miles 4,132 ft 1
      A long but pleasant climb over asphalt roads and field paths leads you over Grosse Scheidegg to the ridge....
      11 miles 3,214 ft 5 Loop
      Paved: 13km Forest Track: 3km SingleTrail: 3km
      24 miles 4,302 ft 1
      A special feature of this ascent is its proximity to the Eiger. Like a patron saint, he sits enthroned...
      10 miles 189 ft 5
      The trail starts at Kleine Scheidegg in front of Eiger, Moench & Jungfrau. The first part is a gentle...
      26 miles 5,109 ft 1
      But that's not all the highlights yet: Starting with a nice, long and easy ascent, which becomes very...

      Photos of Grindelwald Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Grindelwald Mountain Bike

      Red Bank Trail
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      trail: Red Bank
      0:58 | 312 | Mar 28, 2020
      Eiger E-MTB Experience
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      2:40 | 259 | Apr 10, 2019
      Grindelwald to Wengan Adventures
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      trail: Trychelegg
      10:44 | 93 | Jul 28, 2026 , Grindelwald
      Bachalpsee Waldsptiz Trail
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      trail: Flat Track
      14:40 | 100 | Jul 27, 2026 , Grindelwald
      Bachalpsee Waldsptiz Trail
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      14:40 | 84 | Jul 27, 2026 , Grindelwald
      Bachalpsee Waldsptiz Trail
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      14:40 | 83 | Jul 27, 2026 , Grindelwald
      Bachalpsee Waldsptiz Trail
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      14:40 | 120 | Jul 27, 2026 , Grindelwald
      Bachaplsee - Waldspitz
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      10:29 | 599 | Sep 13, 2021 , Grindelwald

      Current Trail Warnings

      statustraildateconditionuserinfo
      Beni's Trail
      Aug 31, 2026 @ 7:58pm (Europe/Zurich)
      Aug 31, 2026
      UnknownKiwifritzclosed because of logging
      Flat Track
      Aug 31, 2026 @ 7:57pm (Europe/Zurich)
      Aug 31, 2026
      UnknownKiwifritzclosed because of logging
      Aellfluh
      Aug 31, 2026 @ 7:56pm (Europe/Zurich)
      Aug 31, 2026
      UnknownKiwifritzclosed because of logging

      Recent Trail Reports

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      S3Vnmeriddentrailactivity #103458602
      Sep 9, 2026 @ 11:33pm
      Sep 9, 2026
      Kiwifritzaddreportactivity #102765955 and 8 more
      Aug 31, 2026 @ 10:55am
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      Kiwifritzaddreportactivity #102232902 and 1 more
      Aug 24, 2026 @ 9:17am
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      RkLkwishlistrouteactivity #101827116
      Aug 19, 2026 @ 1:10am
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      RkLkwishlistrouteactivity #101772986 and 1 more
      Aug 18, 2026 @ 8:57am
      Aug 18, 2026

      Recent Comments

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      DMauritrailBachaplsee-Waldspitz ALike a dream for all-mountain biker, good...
      Jul 15, 2025 @ 12:56am
      Jul 15, 2025
      ZoebelireportWaldspitz TrailDieser Trail ist laut Einheimische verboten
      Jun 18, 2025 @ 9:00am
      Jun 18, 2025
      Crusty106trailSpitzeFun trail but gets difficult to follow the...
      Aug 8, 2024 @ 11:08am
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      RobertA1UGP8trailAlpiglenstrasseMore scenic option but some gravelly uphill...
      Jul 23, 2024 @ 11:53am
      Jul 23, 2024
      RobertA1UGP8trailTrycheleggA lot of pushing uphill involved. We started...
      Jul 23, 2024 @ 11:47am
      Jul 23, 2024

      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike5970 miles28,383 ft38 miles6,394 ft
      #1,430#1512825983,356
      E-Bike5465 miles25,856 ft34 miles5,335 ft
      #880#4572473734
      Gravel Bike1629 miles1,972 ft6 miles4,639 ft
      #542#132497
      Adaptive Bike13 miles43 ft2,073 ft1,480 ft
      #592#341
      Hike5973 miles29,980 ft40 miles6,394 ft
      #1,070#2332572,547
      Trail Running5973 miles29,980 ft40 miles6,394 ft
      #879#17256247

      Frequently Asked Questions

      What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Grindelwald?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Grindelwald are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      What is the best time of the year to ride in Grindelwald?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Grindelwald are:
      • August (94 activities)
      • July (70 activities)
      • June (48 activities)
      Check the Grindelwald reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      Where can I park to ride in Grindelwald?
      There are 1 parking locations listed in Grindelwald. The most popular parking spots are:
      What is the longest trail in Grindelwald?
      The longest trail in Grindelwald is Tschuggen at 5.5 km. View all trails sorted by distance.
      What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Grindelwald?
      What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Grindelwald?
      How many trails are in Grindelwald?
      Grindelwald has a total of 62 trails. Of those, 59 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Grindelwald to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      Which trail has the most elevation gain in Grindelwald?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Grindelwald is Grosse Scheidegg-First with 172 m of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      Which trail has the most elevation descent in Grindelwald?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Grindelwald is Tschuggen with 752 m of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      What activities are most popular in Grindelwald?
      Grindelwald supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      What bike services are there in Grindelwald?
      The following bike services are available in Grindelwald:
      • Accommodation (1)
      Browse the full Grindelwald directory for details.
      What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Grindelwald?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Grindelwald is Eigertrail Intro II with an average grade of 5.1%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      What trails have the biggest jumps in Grindelwald?
      The trails with the biggest jumps in Grindelwald are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
      Are the trails open in Grindelwald?
      The overall region status for Grindelwald is Clear / Green. Out of 48 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 42
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 1
      • Closed: 4
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      Can I ride an ebike in Grindelwald?
      Yes, Grindelwald supports e-bike riding. There are 53 trails in Grindelwald that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Grindelwald?
      What type of bike is most common in Grindelwald?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Grindelwald are:
      • AM (49 activities)
      • XC (2 activities)
      Check the Grindelwald activity logs for more details.
      What is the highest summit in Grindelwald?
      The highest summit in Grindelwald is Eiger at 3,935 m elevation.
      What are the most popular Strava Segments in Grindelwald?
      The most popular Strava segments in Grindelwald are:
      • Grosse Scheidegg-Hotel Wetterhorn DH (20,353 athletes)
      • Birchisegg (11,473 athletes)
      • Im Obren Loichbiel Climb (11,431 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Grindelwald.
      What trails are closed in Grindelwald?
      There are currently 4 closed trails in Grindelwald. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
      • Clear / Green: 42
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 1
      • Closed: 4
      View all closed trails for the latest updates.
      Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Grindelwald?
      Yes, there are 1 accessible/adaptive trails in Grindelwald. View all adaptive trails in Grindelwald for specific accessibility information.
      What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Grindelwald?
      What are the best beginner ride trails in Grindelwald?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Grindelwald are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Grindelwald.
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