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SaveLugano trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has mapped hundreds of trails and shared hundreds of photos in this region. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking and Winter Fat Biking. Popular destinations include Monte Bar, Arbostora Trail Alliance and Monte Boglia.
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- Mountain Bike
133 trails
- E-Bike
125 trails
- Adaptive Bike
9 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
5 trails
- Hike
127 trails
- Trail Running
127 trails
Region Details
- 27
- 1
- 17
- 57
- 25
- 4
Region Status
Open as of Aug 30, 2026Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 134
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 133
- Trails E-Bike
- 125
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 29
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 9
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 5
- Trails Hike
- 127
- Trails Trail Running
- 127
- Total Distance
- 124 miles
- Total Descent
- 54,549 ft
- Total Vertical
- 5,957 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 6,869 ft
- Reports
- 1,483
- Photos
- 182
- Completed Counter
- 11,628
Articles
Video: Nino Schurter VS Mike Levy - Humbled
Nov 25, 2019 from pinkbike.com
Cross-country racing's GOAT shows Levy what it's like to ride and train in Lugano. It does not go well for Levy...
Sub Regions
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Arbostora Trail Alliance
- 5
- 16
- 7
- 1
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Monte Bar
- 4
- 17
- 13
- 3
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Monte Boglia
- 4
- 14
- 3
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Pairolo
- 1
- 7
- 1
Popular Lugano Mountain Biking Trails
• 95 ★ 4.0 • 5 miles • 815 ft • 313 •
Really nice single track through open alpine meadows. Technical section going down and uphill. Need some power to be fully appreciate. Some stream crossing need hike and bike. Can be ride also from Monte Bar hut towards San Lucio but it...
• 95 ★ 4.3 • 4,347 ft • 29 ft • 275 •
Highly rated popular red difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary. It features rock garden. Exposure: High Risk of Serious Injury. On average it takes 9 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 4.2 • 2,972 ft • 0 ft • 244 •
Highly rated popular black difficulty alpine singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill only. It features rock garden and roller coaster. Trail visibility is sometimes hard to follow. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.
• 85 ★ 4.0 • 2 miles • 146 ft • 237 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 15 minutes to complete this trail.
• 90 ★ 4.6 • 2 miles • 30 ft • 233 •
A very flow and amazing trail, no particular difficulty, all inside the forest.
• 100 ★ 4.8 • 1,152 ft • 0 ft • 185 •
Highly rated popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary and has a easy overall physical rating with a 0 ft green climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
Lugano Mountain Bike Routes
17 miles • 4,205 ft • 9 • Loop •
Paved: 6km Forest Track: 11km SingleTrail: 11km
★ 4.0 • 15 miles • 3,602 ft • 4 • Loop •
The route does not present any particular difficulties and is very suitable for being ridden with an e-mtb...
15 miles • 3,138 ft • 7 • Point to Point •
Paved: 8km Forest Track: 7km SingleTrail: 9km
74 miles • 15,023 ft • 63 • Point to Point •
The individual sections offer wide diversity. As an example, along the stretch between the Monte Bre and...
★ 3.0 • 25 miles • 5,213 ft • 10 • Loop •
A panoramic tour in the hills where you come across pastures, a typical Alpine hut, a lodge, a farm and a...
17 miles • 4,589 ft • 9 • Loop •
A less than 30 km panoramic tour in the hills, with some nice hut ("capanna" locally) where you can take...
Photos of Lugano Mountain Bike
Videos of Lugano Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| La Spessa Access | Aug 30, 2026 @ 9:55am (Europe/Vaduz) Aug 30, 2026 | Ideal | francesco-mgn | ||
| Corticiasca - Alpe Rompiago | Aug 30, 2026 @ 9:55am (Europe/Vaduz) Aug 30, 2026 | Ideal | francesco-mgn | ||
| Bidogno - Crocione | Aug 30, 2026 @ 9:55am (Europe/Vaduz) Aug 30, 2026 | Ideal | francesco-mgn | ||
| Capanna M. Bar - Piandanazzo | Aug 23, 2026 @ 9:16am (Europe/Vaduz) Aug 23, 2026 | Ideal | simpod | ||
| Ciovàsc | Aug 13, 2026 @ 12:16pm (Europe/Vaduz) Aug 13, 2026 | Ideal | francesco-mgn | ||
| Pairolo Connector | Aug 13, 2026 @ 12:16pm (Europe/Vaduz) Aug 13, 2026 | Ideal | francesco-mgn | ||
| Pianca - Pairolo | Aug 13, 2026 @ 12:16pm (Europe/Vaduz) Aug 13, 2026 | Ideal | francesco-mgn | ||
| Pianca | Aug 13, 2026 @ 12:16pm (Europe/Vaduz) Aug 13, 2026 | Ideal | francesco-mgn | ||
| San Bernardo - Pianca | Aug 13, 2026 @ 12:16pm (Europe/Vaduz) Aug 13, 2026 | Ideal | francesco-mgn | ||
| Passo di San Lucio | Aug 13, 2026 @ 8:21am (Europe/Vaduz) Aug 12, 2026 | Ideal | francesco-mgn |
National Scenic Trails & Official Routes
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Lugano Bike #66
- Mountain Bike
- E-Bike
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
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| marionide | ridden | trail | activity #104280430 | Sep 21, 2026 @ 5:14am 1 day |
| simpod | add | trail | activity #103830883 | Sep 15, 2026 @ 1:16am Sep 15, 2026 |
| mattmalabanan | update | trail | activity #103407132 | Sep 9, 2026 @ 6:32am Sep 9, 2026 |
| francesco-mgn | add | report | activity #102674304 and 2 more | Aug 30, 2026 @ 6:58am Aug 30, 2026 |
| HJma6G | vote | route | activity #102468030 | Aug 27, 2026 @ 12:29pm Aug 27, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | Bel sentiero ben tenuto dai valligiani.... | May 18, 2026 @ 1:00pm May 18, 2026 | ||
| trail | il sentiero è stato allargato e lisciato... | May 17, 2026 @ 1:05pm May 17, 2026 | ||
| trail | il sentiero è stato allargato e lisciato... | May 17, 2026 @ 1:04pm May 17, 2026 | ||
| trail | Why the trail is traced with dot line instead... | Feb 28, 2026 @ 1:15pm Feb 28, 2026 | ||
| trail | Easy flow with some roots & rocks | Feb 22, 2026 @ 11:20am Feb 22, 2026 |
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10 Red Trails15 awarded -
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Epic Ride 50k727 awarded -
Top 10 Trails0 awarded -
10 Green Trails14 awarded -
Big Ride 30k2,422 awarded
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 133 | 120 miles | 52,720 ft | 71 miles | 5,912 ft | #1,003 | #9 | 165 | 1,513 | 8 | 9,663 | |
| E-Bike | 125 | 116 miles | 49,291 ft | 68 miles | 4,984 ft | #721 | #41 | 1,468 | 7 | 1,862 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 29 | 41 miles | 4,301 ft | 12 miles | 4,131 ft | #1,201 | #8 | 3 | 44 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 9 | 8 miles | 292 ft | 2 miles | 3,412 ft | #512 | #30 | 46 | ||||
| Winter Fat Bike | 5 | 2 miles | 778 ft | 1 mile | 3,340 ft | #489 | #2 | 9 | ||||
| Hike | 127 | 122 miles | 52,759 ft | 72 miles | 5,958 ft | #917 | #16 | 1,466 | 853 | |||
| Trail Running | 127 | 122 miles | 52,759 ft | 72 miles | 5,958 ft | #774 | #13 | 1,460 | 527 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Lugano?
Lugano has 4 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Lugano?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Lugano are:
- Signora (4.6/5)
- Kinz Trail (4.6/5)
- 434 - 4° (4.5/5)
- Bravo Creek Trail - 3° (4.5/5)
- The Flow Line (4.5/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Lugano?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Lugano are:
- May (83 activities)
- June (69 activities)
- April (66 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Lugano?
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What is the longest trail in Lugano?
The longest trail in Lugano is San Lucio - Piandanazzo at 7.8 km. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Lugano?
The best hiking trails in Lugano are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Lugano?
The best trail running trails in Lugano are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Lugano?
Lugano has a total of 142 trails. Of those, 139 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Lugano to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Lugano?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Lugano is San Lucio - Piandanazzo with 248 m of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Lugano?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Lugano is Signora with 500 m of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Lugano?
Lugano supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What bike services are there in Lugano?
The following bike services are available in Lugano:
- Trail Builders (1)
- Accommodation (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Lugano?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Lugano is Baggio Climb with an average grade of 21.9%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Lugano?
Yes, there are 3 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Lugano. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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What trails have the biggest jumps in Lugano?
The trails with the biggest jumps in Lugano are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
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Are the trails open in Lugano?
The overall region status for Lugano is Clear / Green. Out of 102 trails:
- Clear / Green: 88
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 11
- Significant Issue / Amber: 3
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Can I ride an ebike in Lugano?
Yes, Lugano supports e-bike riding. There are 87 trails in Lugano that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Lugano?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Lugano are: View all mountain biking routes in Lugano.
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What type of bike is most common in Lugano?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Lugano are:
- AM (136 activities)
- DH (1 activities)
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What is the highest summit in Lugano?
The highest summit in Lugano is Camoghè at 2,192 m elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Lugano?
The most popular Strava segments in Lugano are:
- primo tornante-tornante crocione (5,715 athletes)
- Alpe Rompiago (5,531 athletes)
- Primo tornante Baggio-Cappelletta (5,494 athletes)
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Lugano?
Yes, there are 9 accessible/adaptive trails in Lugano. View all adaptive trails in Lugano for specific accessibility information.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Lugano?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Lugano are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Lugano?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Lugano are:
- Scampon (4/5)
- Vicania alta Ongero (4/5)
- Zalt Inferiore (5/5)
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