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SaveOlten 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, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running and Adaptive Biking. Trails here are often faint trail and flowy. Scenery includes ridgelines and creeks. Common trail features include rock gardens, berms and stairs. Many trails are family friendly. Amenities include water sources. Popular destinations include BikeRegion-Olten.
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This region uses the Uk/Euro style trail grading system.
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- Mountain Bike
186 trails
- E-Bike
185 trails
- Adaptive Bike
6 trails
- Hike
171 trails
- Trail Running
171 trails
Region Details
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- 67
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Region Status
Open as of Oct 7, 2026Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 187
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 186
- Trails E-Bike
- 185
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 42
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 6
- Trails Hike
- 171
- Trails Trail Running
- 171
- Total Distance
- 82 miles
- Total Descent Distance
- 45 miles
- Total Descent
- 25,249 ft
- Total Vertical
- 2,255 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 3,492 ft
- Reports
- 1,288
- Photos
- 253
- Completed Counter
- 6,837
Sub Regions
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BikeRegion-Olten
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- 64
- 5
- 1
Popular Olten Mountain Biking Trails
• 95 ★ 4.0 • 1,450 ft • 0 ft • 107 •
Popular red difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill primary and has a moderate overall physical rating. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 4.5 • 1 mile • 0 ft • 103 •
This trail is also known locally as the “Canadian Trail”.
• 100 ★ 4.0 • 509 ft • 0 ft • 91 • • hike
Short trail from the Engelberg radio antenna down to a gravel road which leads to the Känzeli.
• 95 ★ 4.5 • 2,687 ft • 3 ft • 81 • • hike
Nice Trail from the Tower to the bottom section to follow on Sälischlössli
• 95 ★ 4.6 • 2,123 ft • 0 ft • 75 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
• 75 ★ 3.8 • 2,264 ft • 0 ft • 72 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 4.0 • 682 ft • 0 ft • 71 • • hike
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This hike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
Olten Mountain Bike Routes
15 miles • 3,320 ft • 8 • Loop •
This route includes all the must-see trails north of Olten! The trails are full of flow, fun and some...
Photos of Olten Mountain Bike
Videos of Olten Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A0035ndrea | vote | trail | activity #106547443 | Oct 25, 2026 @ 2:47am Oct 25, 2026 |
| bellalugosi666 | vote | trail | activity #105604735 | Oct 10, 2026 @ 9:00am Oct 10, 2026 |
| KingSeptin | ridden | trail | activity #105455864 and 1 more | Oct 8, 2026 @ 12:56am Oct 8, 2026 |
| Rum4sebio | add | report | activity #105394440 | Oct 7, 2026 @ 3:33am Oct 7, 2026 |
| BeeeGeee | add | report | activity #105356568 and 2 more | Oct 6, 2026 @ 12:20pm Oct 6, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | Hammer Grattrail, durchgehend fahrbar. Teils... | May 27, 2026 @ 2:12am May 27, 2026 | ||
| report | Fgze | May 23, 2026 @ 6:54am May 23, 2026 | ||
| trail | It‘s not too difficult, just try to ride the... | May 19, 2026 @ 9:17pm May 19, 2026 | ||
| trail | Need big balls haha!! Which i dont have and... | May 17, 2026 @ 6:40am May 17, 2026 | ||
| trail | Trail ist abschnittweise nicht fahrbar und das... | Mar 23, 2026 @ 11:21am Mar 23, 2026 |
Local Badges
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Completionist0 awarded -
10 Green Trails33 awarded -
Epic Mountain Bike Climb 2k25 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge31 awarded -
Mountain Biking 100k Badge2 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k25 awarded
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| Pumptrack Olten | skill park | Olten |
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 | 186 | 82 miles | 25,249 ft | 45 miles | 2,254 ft | #1,657 | #22 | 245 | 1,288 | 1 | 7,431 | |
| E-Bike | 185 | 82 miles | 24,856 ft | 44 miles | 2,254 ft | #1,235 | #58 | 1,260 | 1 | 600 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 42 | 35 miles | 1,788 ft | 8 miles | 2,254 ft | #2,046 | #35 | 123 | 246 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 6 | 8 miles | 387 ft | 1 mile | 1,460 ft | #1,359 | #47 | 26 | ||||
| Hike | 171 | 79 miles | 24,075 ft | 42 miles | 2,254 ft | #1,718 | #35 | 3 | 1,279 | 2 | 246 | |
| Trail Running | 171 | 79 miles | 24,075 ft | 42 miles | 2,254 ft | #1,495 | #27 | 5 | 1,276 | 2 | 501 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Olten?
Olten has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Olten?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Olten are:
- Born Trail (4.3/5)
- Schlössli Ridge (4.3/5)
- Happyburger East (4.3/5)
- Wurzeltrail (4.2/5)
- Canadian (4.2/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Olten?
There are 8 parking locations listed in Olten. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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What is the longest trail in Olten?
The longest trail in Olten is Born Trail at 1.6 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Olten?
The best hiking trails in Olten are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Olten?
The best trail running trails in Olten are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Olten?
Olten has a total of 187 trails. Of those, 186 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Olten to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Olten?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Olten is Steep Stewie with 255 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Olten?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Olten is Dottenberg-Krete with 1,014 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Olten?
Olten supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What bike services are there in Olten?
The following bike services are available in Olten:
- Coaching & Camps (2)
- Bike Shop (2)
- Trail Association (1)
- Club (1)
- Guides & Tours (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Olten?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Olten is Access/Exit II Bornkrete Trail with an average grade of 12.2%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Olten?
Yes, there are 2 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Olten. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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Are the trails open in Olten?
The overall region status for Olten is Clear / Green. Out of 148 trails:
- Clear / Green: 127
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 18
- Significant Issue / Amber: 1
- Closed: 2
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Can I ride an ebike in Olten?
Yes, Olten supports e-bike riding. There are 187 trails in Olten 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 Olten?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Olten are: View all mountain biking routes in Olten.
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What is the highest summit in Olten?
The highest summit in Olten is Drootziejer at 3,438 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Olten?
The most popular Strava segments in Olten are:
- Aare Express upside (2,739 athletes)
- Aare Express (2,525 athletes)
- Eichlibann down (1,913 athletes)
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What are some popular technical trail features in Olten?
There are 7 technical trail features (TTFs) in Olten. Some popular features include:
- Steep root carpet (Other)
- Erd-Drop (Drop)
- Steep rock garden (Rock Garden)
- Gap 2m (Gap Jump)
- Shark fin (Jump)
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What trails are closed in Olten?
There are currently 2 closed trails in Olten. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
- Clear / Green: 127
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 18
- Significant Issue / Amber: 1
- Closed: 2
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Olten?
Yes, there are 6 accessible/adaptive trails in Olten. View all adaptive trails in Olten for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Olten?
There are 2 local clubs or associations listed in the Olten directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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Are there any mountain biking guiding or tour operators in Olten?
Yes, there are mountain biking guiding and tour operators in Olten: Browse all guiding and tour operators in Olten.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Olten?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Olten are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Olten?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Olten are:
- Zollinger (5/5)
- Engelberg-EasyLine (2/5)
- Rumpelflue (2.5/5)
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