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SaveSarnen trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Hiking, Trail Running and E-Biking. Common trail features include rock gardens. Many trails are family friendly.
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This region uses the Uk/Euro style trail grading system.
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- Mountain Bike
15 trails
- E-Bike
11 trails
- Hike
13 trails
- Trail Running
13 trails
Region Details
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- 4
Region Status
Caution as of Apr 7, 2026Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 15
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 15
- Trails E-Bike
- 11
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 2
- Trails Hike
- 13
- Trails Trail Running
- 13
- Total Distance
- 7 miles
- Total Descent Distance
- 6 miles
- Total Descent
- 3,827 ft
- Total Vertical
- 4,268 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 5,794 ft
- Reports
- 16
- Completed Counter
- 208
Popular Sarnen Mountain Biking Trails
• 90 ★ 0.0 • 630 ft • 0 ft • 28 •
Popular red difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 0.0 • 719 ft • 0 ft • 27 •
Popular red difficulty family friendly singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. It features rock garden. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
• 75 ★ 0.0 • 1,916 ft • 35 ft • 17 •
Popular blue difficulty family friendly alpine singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 35 ft blue climb. It features rock garden. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
• 65 ★ 0.0 • 351 ft • 0 ft • 4 •
Moderately 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 0 ft green climb. It features ladder bridge. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
• 40 ★ 0.0 • 2,280 ft • 0 ft • 3 • • hike
Moderately popular red difficulty singletrack. This hike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 26 minutes to complete this trail.
• 60 ★ 0.0 • 1,339 ft • 0 ft • 3 • • hike
Moderately popular red difficulty singletrack. This hike primary trail can be used downhill only. It features rock garden. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
• 35 ★ 0.0 • 1 mile • 11 ft • 2 • • hike
Less popular blue difficulty singletrack. This hike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 18 minutes to complete this trail.
• 25 ★ 0.0 • 1,122 ft • 243 ft • 2 • • hike
Less popular blue difficulty singletrack. This hike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 14 minutes to complete this trail.
Sarnen Mountain Bike Routes
★ 5.0 • 3 miles • 13 ft • 0 • Point to Point •
Beautiful downhill through the woods with some nice rocky sections and a stunning view.
• 3 miles • 18 ft • 0 •
• 2 miles • 20 ft • 0 •
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rischi-Trail | Apr 7, 2026 @ 8:22pm (Europe/Zurich) Apr 7, 2026 | Unknown | graziiigraziii | ||
| Cholerenwald-Trail | Apr 7, 2026 @ 8:21pm (Europe/Zurich) Apr 7, 2026 | Unknown | graziiigraziii | ||
| Zischling-Trail | Mar 10, 2026 @ 12:43pm (Europe/Zurich) Mar 10, 2026 | Ideal | Hg2 | ||
| Wheelspark | Mar 29, 2025 @ 8:23am Mar 29, 2025 | Wet | UeliOtto | ||
| Dormi-Trail | May 29, 2023 @ 3:06am May 29, 2023 | Dry | Titanbox | ||
| Roots and Stones | May 29, 2023 @ 3:06am May 29, 2023 | Dry | Titanbox |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matze35F1WF | add | trail | activity #102505086 | Aug 28, 2026 @ 4:23am Aug 28, 2026 |
| SandrosUznOP | ridden | trail | activity #95950113 | May 31, 2026 @ 9:35am May 31, 2026 |
| graziiigraziii | add | report | activity #92131136 and 1 more | Apr 7, 2026 @ 11:21am Apr 7, 2026 |
| Hg2 | add | report | activity #90324761 and 2 more | Mar 10, 2026 @ 7:43am Mar 10, 2026 |
| zugerrider | update | trail | activity #81218735 | Sep 27, 2025 @ 11:13am Sep 27, 2025 |
Local Badges
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Mountain Biking 100k Badge0 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k0 awarded -
Descent 10k Badge0 awarded -
Descent 100k Badge0 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 | 15 | 7 miles | 3,825 ft | 6 miles | 4,268 ft | #10,113 | #383 | 16 | 1 | 784 | ||
| E-Bike | 11 | 6 miles | 2,979 ft | 5 miles | 4,268 ft | #5,593 | #240 | 13 | 1 | 55 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 2 | 351 ft | 3 ft | #1,989 | #33 | 6 | ||||||
| Hike | 13 | 6 miles | 3,602 ft | 5 miles | 4,268 ft | #7,699 | #214 | 16 | 126 | |||
| Trail Running | 13 | 6 miles | 3,602 ft | 5 miles | 4,268 ft | #7,858 | #215 | 16 | 54 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Sarnen?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Sarnen are:
- Rischi-Trail (4.2/5)
- Cholerenwald-Trail (0/5)
- Zischling-Trail (0/5)
- Roots and Stones (0/5)
- Dormi-Trail (0/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Sarnen?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Sarnen are:
- October (14 activities)
- June (13 activities)
- July (13 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Sarnen?
Check the Sarnen trail map for trailhead and parking information. Community members regularly update access and parking details for trails in the area.
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What is the longest trail in Sarnen?
The longest trail in Sarnen is Wegmettlen at 1.2 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Sarnen?
The best hiking trails in Sarnen are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Sarnen?
The best trail running trails in Sarnen are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Sarnen?
Sarnen has a total of 15 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Sarnen to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Sarnen?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Sarnen is Jänzi Top with 243 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Sarnen?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Sarnen is Rischi-Trail with 756 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Sarnen?
Sarnen supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Sarnen?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Sarnen is Jänzi Top with an average grade of 21.7%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are the trails open in Sarnen?
The overall region status for Sarnen is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 6 trails:
- Clear / Green: 4
- Closed: 2
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Can I ride an ebike in Sarnen?
Yes, Sarnen supports e-bike riding. There are 5 trails in Sarnen 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 Sarnen?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Sarnen are: View all mountain biking routes in Sarnen.
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What type of bike is most common in Sarnen?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Sarnen are:
- AM (14 activities)
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What is the highest summit in Sarnen?
The highest summit in Sarnen is Gräfimattnollen at 6,585 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Sarnen?
The most popular Strava segments in Sarnen are:
- Rischi 2. Part (184 athletes)
- Rischi 1. Part (180 athletes)
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What trails are closed in Sarnen?
There are currently 2 closed trails in Sarnen. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
- Clear / Green: 4
- Closed: 2
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Sarnen?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Sarnen are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Sarnen?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Sarnen are:
- Wheelspark (0/5)
- Green Day (0/5)
- Rüebengarten (0/5)
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