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SaveSaanen 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 in this region. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, E-Biking, Gravel Biking and Adaptive Biking. Trails here are often faint trail and flowy. Scenery includes alpine terrain and views. Common trail features include bridges, skinnies and jumps. Many trails are family friendly. Popular destinations include Gstaad Saanenland.
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AKA: Gstaad
This region uses the Uk/Euro style trail grading system.
Trail info last updated
Activities Click to view
- Mountain Bike
105 trails
- E-Bike
88 trails
- Gravel Bike
38 trails
- Adaptive Bike
4 trails
- Hike
104 trails
- Trail Running
104 trails
- Snowshoe
0 trails
- Downhill Ski
0 trails
- Backcountry Ski
0 trails
- Nordic Ski
0 trails
Region Details
- 32
- 22
- 31
- 18
- 2
Region Status
Open as of Sep 26, 2026
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 105
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 105
- Trails E-Bike
- 88
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 38
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 4
- Trails Hike
- 104
- Trails Trail Running
- 104
- Total Distance
- 170 miles
- Total Descent
- 47,120 ft
- Total Vertical
- 3,976 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 6,794 ft
- Reports
- 202
- Photos
- 26
- Completed Counter
- 2,612
Sub Regions
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Gstaad Saanenland
- 22
- 31
- 18
- 2
Popular Saanen Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 2.5 • 4,304 ft • 0 ft • 73 •
Popular blue difficulty alpine singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill only and has a easy overall physical rating. Trail visibility is sometimes hard to follow. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 4.0 • 1,690 ft • 0 ft • 72 •
Popular blue difficulty family friendly singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary and has a easy overall physical rating. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
• 90 ★ 4.0 • 2,264 ft • 10 ft • 71 •
Trail between Gstaad and Lauenen. Be aware of the hikers. Especially dowhnhill.
• 70 ★ 4.0 • 2 miles • 442 ft • 71 • • hike
This Trail is for the majority not very difficult to ride. Some exposed holes beside the trail. Very popular with hikers Note: This is a hikingtrail please give way!
• 75 ★ 3.8 • 3,327 ft • 0 ft • 67 •
Nice singletrail in the forest with rocks, roots and dirt.
• 70 ★ 1.0 • 2,940 ft • 0 ft • 64 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary and has a moderate overall physical rating. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 4.0 • 4,816 ft • 35 ft • 63 •
Popular blue difficulty family friendly singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary and has a moderate overall physical rating. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 9 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 3.0 • 3,904 ft • 35 ft • 58 •
Popular blue difficulty family friendly alpine singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary and has a easy overall physical rating with a 35 ft green climb. Trail visibility is sometimes hard to follow. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
Saanen Mountain Bike Routes
Photos of Saanen Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Schafwald Trail | Sep 26, 2026 @ 9:16am (Europe/Zurich) Sep 26, 2026 | Dry | deviatextasy | ||
| Parwenge | Sep 26, 2026 @ 9:16am (Europe/Zurich) Sep 26, 2026 | Dry | deviatextasy | ||
| Parwenge Connector | Sep 26, 2026 @ 9:16am (Europe/Zurich) Sep 26, 2026 | Dry | deviatextasy | ||
| Rinderberg Grat Trail | Sep 26, 2026 @ 9:16am (Europe/Zurich) Sep 26, 2026 | Dry | deviatextasy | ||
| Uff de Flüene trail end section | Sep 26, 2026 @ 9:16am (Europe/Zurich) Sep 26, 2026 | Dry | deviatextasy | ||
| Uf de Flüene Trail lower part | Sep 26, 2026 @ 9:16am (Europe/Zurich) Sep 26, 2026 | Dry | deviatextasy | ||
| Uf de Flüene trail middle part | Sep 26, 2026 @ 9:16am (Europe/Zurich) Sep 26, 2026 | Dry | deviatextasy | ||
| Mädli - Uf de Flüe connector | Sep 26, 2026 @ 9:16am (Europe/Zurich) Sep 26, 2026 | Dry | deviatextasy | ||
| Mädli trail | Sep 26, 2026 @ 9:16am (Europe/Zurich) Sep 26, 2026 | Dry | deviatextasy | ||
| Chumi Trail | Sep 26, 2026 @ 9:16am (Europe/Zurich) Sep 26, 2026 | Dry | deviatextasy |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| lenk | vote | trail | activity #105175789 | Oct 4, 2026 @ 2:09am Oct 4, 2026 |
| deviatextasy | add | report | activity #104732401 and 9 more | Sep 27, 2026 @ 1:04pm Sep 27, 2026 |
| nicolais2000 | vote | trail | activity #104707761 and 1 more | Sep 27, 2026 @ 7:14am Sep 27, 2026 |
| nicolais2000 | ridden | trail | activity #104707760 and 1 more | Sep 27, 2026 @ 7:14am Sep 27, 2026 |
| Jan5spQm7 | vote | trail | activity #104649938 | Sep 26, 2026 @ 12:02pm Sep 26, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | A superb trail with some challenging technical... | Sep 23, 2026 @ 4:19am Sep 23, 2026 | ||
| trail | Really nice trail with lot of Switchback. Some... | Aug 3, 2025 @ 7:21am Aug 3, 2025 | ||
| trail | An example of a great trail, that is now... | Oct 5, 2024 @ 9:58am Oct 5, 2024 | ||
| trail | Good trail | Aug 11, 2024 @ 8:12am Aug 11, 2024 | ||
| trail | Terrible trail . Do not go | Aug 11, 2024 @ 8:10am Aug 11, 2024 |
Local Badges
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Completionist0 awarded -
Epic Mountain Bike Climb 2k24 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge6 awarded -
Mountain Biking 100k Badge0 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k24 awarded -
Descent 10k Badge9 awarded
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| Pumptrack Oeyetli | skill park | Saanen | |
| Pumptrack Zweisimmen | skill park | Saanen |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 105 | 170 miles | 47,119 ft | 75 miles | 3,976 ft | #1,238 | #13 | 26 | 202 | 1 | 1,495 | |
| E-Bike | 88 | 139 miles | 38,251 ft | 62 miles | 3,960 ft | #825 | #43 | 192 | 216 | |||
| Gravel Bike | 38 | 105 miles | 8,028 ft | 25 miles | 3,629 ft | #610 | #15 | 17 | 37 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 4 | 18 miles | 1,047 ft | 3 miles | 3,422 ft | #2,057 | #59 | 3 | ||||
| Hike | 104 | 168 miles | 45,705 ft | 74 miles | 3,976 ft | #1,044 | #22 | 201 | 263 | |||
| Trail Running | 104 | 168 miles | 45,705 ft | 74 miles | 3,976 ft | #765 | #13 | 201 | 48 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Saanen?
Saanen 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 Saanen?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Saanen are:
- Dorfflüe Fir Flow (4.4/5)
- Simmegrund trail (4.1/5)
- Schützebode Downhill (4.1/5)
- Uf de Flüene trail middle part (4.1/5)
- Chouflisbach Trail (4.1/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Saanen?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Saanen are:
- July (111 activities)
- August (81 activities)
- June (73 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Saanen?
There are 1 parking locations listed in Saanen. The most popular parking spots are:
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What is the longest trail in Saanen?
The longest trail in Saanen is Gsteig-Gstaad at 4.9 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Saanen?
The best hiking trails in Saanen are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Saanen?
The best trail running trails in Saanen are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Saanen?
Saanen has a total of 105 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Saanen to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Saanen?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Saanen is Sparenmoos Climb with 889 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Saanen?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Saanen is Geiss Gass with 2,178 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Saanen?
Saanen supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowshoeing, Skiing, Backcountry Skiing, Nordic Skiing.
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What bike services are there in Saanen?
The following bike services are available in Saanen:
- Bike Shop (1)
- Trail Association (1)
- Accommodation (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Saanen?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Saanen is Sparenmoos Climb with an average grade of 10%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are the trails open in Saanen?
The overall region status for Saanen is Clear / Green. Out of 66 trails:
- Clear / Green: 65
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
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Can I ride an ebike in Saanen?
Yes, Saanen supports e-bike riding. There are 92 trails in Saanen 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 Saanen?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Saanen are: View all mountain biking routes in Saanen.
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What type of bike is most common in Saanen?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Saanen are:
- XC (3 activities)
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Saanen?
The most popular Strava segments in Saanen are:
- Groubenberg (5,439 athletes)
- Rooster Rouser (5,387 athletes)
- Grueben Climb (5,198 athletes)
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Saanen?
Yes, there are 4 accessible/adaptive trails in Saanen. View all adaptive trails in Saanen for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Saanen?
There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Saanen directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Saanen?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Saanen are:
- Schützebode Downhill
- Simmegrund trail
- Dorfflüe Fir Flow
- Lerchweid Trail Switchback Lover Final
- Chrine trail
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Saanen?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Saanen are:
- Louibach Trail - Part 1 (4/5)
- Holiebi Trail (4/5)
- Gfell Connection (3/5)
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