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Surrounded by 38 mountain peaks over 4,000 m, the destination of Zermatt - Matterhorn is a mountain bike paradise at the foot of the Matterhorn. Ideal for children and beginners to learn mountain biking – perfect for advanced riders to refine their technique. There is something here for everyone.
With their heights between 1,400 m and 3,100 m, the mountains around Zermatt offer a wide range of trails. With a lot of flow or steep and technical or natural or graded. The choice of all-day mountain bike tours or short afternoon rides offers everything your heart desires. The combination of riding and the unique mountain scenery of the Alps guarantees an unforgettable mountain bike experience.
GUIDELINES FOR MOUNTAINBIKERS
Mountain bikers are allowed to ride on all roads, unless a prohibition sign forbids their passage. This means that there is a potential for conflicts with other route users. The destination therefore asks for consideration and peaceful coexistence on the paths in and around Zermatt, Täsch and Randa.
1 – Side-by-side.
Respect others using the paths and trails (trail tolerance)
Forward-looking riding and take the unexpected into consideration
Avoid heavily used path sections when riding fast
2 – Environment.
Protect nature
Do note leave tracks behind
Close meadow gates after going through
3 – Safety.
Use good and proper equipment
Plane a tour carefully
Check the weather and weather forecast before setting out
---
Umgeben von 38 Berggipfeln über 4'000 m ist Zermatt das Mountainbike-Paradies am Fusse des Matterhorns. Ideal für Kinder und Anfänger, das Mountainbiken zu erlernen – perfekt für Fortgeschrittene, ihre Technik zu verfeinern. Hier gibt es das Richtige für jeden.
Zwischen 1’400 und 3’100 m bieten die Berge rund um Zermatt eine grosse Bandbreite an Trails. Sei es mit viel Flow oder steil und technisch, naturbelassen oder geshaped. Die Auswahl an ganztägigen Bike-Touren oder kurzen Nachmittagsrunden bietet alles, was das Herz begehrt. In Kombination mit der einmaligen Bergkulisse der Alpen ist ein unvergessliches Mountainbike-Erlebnis garantiert.
RICHTLINIEN FÜR MOUNTAINBIKER
Mountainbikern ist die Fahrt auf allen Wegen erlaubt, sofern kein Verbotsschild die Durchfahrt untersagt. Dies birgt Konfliktpotential mit anderen Wegnutzern. Die Destination bittet daher um Rücksicht und ein friedliches Miteinander auf den Wegen in und rund um Zermatt, Täsch und Randa.
1 – Nebeneinander..
Andere Wegbenützer respektieren (Trail-Toleranz)
Vorausschauend fahren und mit dem Unvorhergesehenen rechnen
Stark frequentierte Wegabschnitte zu Spitzenzeiten meiden
2 – Umwelt.
Die Natur schonen
Keine Spuren hinterlassen
Weidezäune nach der Durchfahrt wieder schliessen
3 – Sichereit.
Sich gut ausrüsten
Tour gewissenhaft planen
Sich über die Wettervorhersage informieren
---
Environné par 38 sommets de plus de 4’000 mètres, la destination Zermatt – Matterhorn est véritablement un paradis du VTT au pied du Cervin. Pour les enfants et les débutants, c'est le lieu idéal pour apprendre et pour les avancés, pour améliorer leur technique. Ici, chacun trouve son bonheur.
Les montagnes qui entourent Zermatt regorgent de pistes pour vélo de montagne à des altitudes allant de 1’400 à 3’100 mètres. Particulièrement bien aménagées ou raides et très techniques, naturelles ou balisées. L'offre en randonnées cyclistes d'une demi-journée ou d'une journée entière est si grande qu'il est facile de répondre à toutes les attentes. Associée aux coulisses uniques des Alpes, tout est réuni pour procurer des expériences inoubliables.
REGLES DE CONDUITE POUR LES MOUNTAINBIKERS
Les cyclistes sont autorisés à emprunter tous les sentiers dans la mesure où aucun panneau ne l'interdit formellement. Par conséquent, cela peut être une source de conflits avec des promeneurs et la destination demande de ce fait à tous les usagers de se montrer respectueux d'autrui afin d'assurer une coexistence paisible sur tous les sentiers dans et autour de Zermatt, Täsch et Randa.
1 – Vivre ensemble.
Respecter les autres utilisateurs des sentiers (principe de coexistence)
Conduire prudemment et anticiper l’imprévu
Éviter les tronçons les plus fréquentés aux heures de forte affluence
2 – Environnement.
Ménager la nature
Ne pas laisser de trace
Refermer les barrières des pâturages après avoir traversé
3 – Sécurité.
Bien s'équiper
Planifier consciencieusement la course
S'informer des conditions météo
Surrounded by 38 mountain peaks over 4,000 m, the destination of Zermatt - Matterhorn is a mountain bike paradise at the foot of the Matterhorn. Ideal for children and beginners to learn mountain biking – perfect for advanced riders to refine their technique. There is something here for everyone.
With their heights between 1,400 m and 3,100 m, the mountains around Zermatt offer a wide range of trails. With a lot of flow or steep and technical or natural or graded. The choice of all-day mountain bike tours or short afternoon rides offers everything your heart desires. The combination of riding and the unique mountain scenery of the Alps guarantees an unforgettable mountain bike experience.
GUIDELINES FOR MOUNTAINBIKERS
Mountain bikers are allowed to ride on all roads, unless a prohibition sign forbids their passage. This means that there is a potential for conflicts with other route users. The destination therefore asks for consideration and peaceful coexistence on the paths in and around Zermatt, Täsch and Randa.
1 – Side-by-side.
Respect others using the paths and trails (trail tolerance)
Forward-looking riding and take the unexpected into consideration
Avoid heavily used path sections when riding fast
2 – Environment.
Protect nature
Do note leave tracks behind
Close meadow gates after going through
3 – Safety.
Use good and proper equipment
Plane a tour carefully
Check the weather and weather forecast before setting out
---
Umgeben von 38 Berggipfeln über 4'000 m ist Zermatt das Mountainbike-Paradies am Fusse des Matterhorns. Ideal für Kinder und Anfänger, das Mountainbiken zu erlernen – perfekt für Fortgeschrittene, ihre Technik zu verfeinern. Hier gibt es das Richtige für jeden.
Zwischen 1’400 und 3’100 m bieten die Berge rund um Zermatt eine grosse Bandbreite an Trails. Sei es mit viel Flow oder steil und technisch, naturbelassen oder geshaped. Die Auswahl an ganztägigen Bike-Touren oder kurzen Nachmittagsrunden bietet alles, was das Herz begehrt. In Kombination mit der einmaligen Bergkulisse der Alpen ist ein unvergessliches Mountainbike-Erlebnis garantiert.
RICHTLINIEN FÜR MOUNTAINBIKER
Mountainbikern ist die Fahrt auf allen Wegen erlaubt, sofern kein Verbotsschild die Durchfahrt untersagt. Dies birgt Konfliktpotential mit anderen Wegnutzern. Die Destination bittet daher um Rücksicht und ein friedliches Miteinander auf den Wegen in und rund um Zermatt, Täsch und Randa.
1 – Nebeneinander..
Andere Wegbenützer respektieren (Trail-Toleranz)
Vorausschauend fahren und mit dem Unvorhergesehenen rechnen
Stark frequentierte Wegabschnitte zu Spitzenzeiten meiden
2 – Umwelt.
Die Natur schonen
Keine Spuren hinterlassen
Weidezäune nach der Durchfahrt wieder schliessen
3 – Sichereit.
Sich gut ausrüsten
Tour gewissenhaft planen
Sich über die Wettervorhersage informieren
---
Environné par 38 sommets de plus de 4’000 mètres, la destination Zermatt – Matterhorn est véritablement un paradis du VTT au pied du Cervin. Pour les enfants et les débutants, c'est le lieu idéal pour apprendre et pour les avancés, pour améliorer leur technique. Ici, chacun trouve son bonheur.
Les montagnes qui entourent Zermatt regorgent de pistes pour vélo de montagne à des altitudes allant de 1’400 à 3’100 mètres. Particulièrement bien aménagées ou raides et très techniques, naturelles ou balisées. L'offre en randonnées cyclistes d'une demi-journée ou d'une journée entière est si grande qu'il est facile de répondre à toutes les attentes. Associée aux coulisses uniques des Alpes, tout est réuni pour procurer des expériences inoubliables.
REGLES DE CONDUITE POUR LES MOUNTAINBIKERS
Les cyclistes sont autorisés à emprunter tous les sentiers dans la mesure où aucun panneau ne l'interdit formellement. Par conséquent, cela peut être une source de conflits avec des promeneurs et la destination demande de ce fait à tous les usagers de se montrer respectueux d'autrui afin d'assurer une coexistence paisible sur tous les sentiers dans et autour de Zermatt, Täsch et Randa.
1 – Vivre ensemble.
Respecter les autres utilisateurs des sentiers (principe de coexistence)
Conduire prudemment et anticiper l’imprévu
Éviter les tronçons les plus fréquentés aux heures de forte affluence
2 – Environnement.
Ménager la nature
Ne pas laisser de trace
Refermer les barrières des pâturages après avoir traversé
3 – Sécurité.
Bien s'équiper
Planifier consciencieusement la course
S'informer des conditions météo
source: www.zermatt.ch
AKA: Zermatt Matterhorn
Disclaimer:
SUMMER 2020 - BIKE TRANSPORT WITH THE GORNERGRAT BAHN IS ONLY FROM 4PM (16:00)
This region uses the Uk/Euro style trail grading system.
Activities Click to view
- Mountain Bike
171 trails
- E-Bike
171 trails
- Hike
197 trails
- Trail Running
197 trails
- Snowshoe
0 trails
- Downhill Ski
48 trails
- Backcountry Ski
5 trails
- Nordic Ski
0 trails
Region Details
- 18
- 29
- 65
- 46
- 11
- 1
- 1
Region Status
Open as of 3 daysStats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 257
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 171
- Trails E-Bike
- 171
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 21
- Trails Hike
- 197
- Trails Trail Running
- 197
- Trails Downhill Ski
- 48
- Trails Backcountry Ski
- 5
- Total Distance
- 186 miles
- Total Descent
- 112,812 ft
- Total Vertical
- 7,781 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 12,613 ft
- Reports
- 2,848
- Photos
- 289
- Completed Counter
- 67,815
Articles
The Haute Route: Chasing the Spine of the Alps from Verbier to Zermatt
Nov 24, 2025 from pinkbike.com
Big climbs, bigger views, and the kind of descents that erase the memory of every hike-a-bike.
XCC Photo Epic: 2025 Zermatt World Championships
Sep 10, 2025 from pinkbike.com
Rainbow stripes were decided in the shadow of the Matterhorn.
Video: Behind the Scenes of Jesse Melamed's EWS Win in Zermatt - The Jank Files
Sep 4, 2020 from pinkbike.com
The Jank files is back for an in-depth look at a dramatic week for Jesse, Remi and ALN.
Sub Regions
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Zermatt - Matterhorn
- 29
- 65
- 46
- 11
- 1
Popular Zermatt Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 3.8 • 3 miles • 168 ft • 672 •
"Flow and fun are among the main attractions of the new – for beginners and pros alike. You’ll definitely want to ride it more than once. The is easily reached by rail: in Zermatt just take the funicular up to Sunnegga. Once at the...
• 100 ★ 3.7 • 3,694 ft • 35 ft • 645 •
The Kate is a very short family friendly flowtrail between Furi and Unter- . Access road via the paved road Winkelmatten-Furi or directly with the gondola (Furi mid-station). --- Der Kate- -Trail ist ein sehr kurzer familienfreundlicher...
• 95 ★ 3.7 • 2,405 ft • 0 ft • 583 •
Popular green difficulty family friendly dirt/gravel road. 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 3 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 3.9 • 2 miles • 309 ft • 370 •
The singletrack is a great way to get back to Täsch or transit to Visp at the end of a riding day. A good mix of short climbs alternated with small "flowy" segments. You can climb from Täsch to Zermatt, some steep parts at the start...
• 95 ★ 4.0 • 1 mile • 156 ft • 311 •
The Yo - Yo Trail is a locals classic. Nice and flowy but with many blind corners and some exposure. Be careful about the hikers in both directions.
• 85 ★ 4.0 • 3,907 ft • 0 ft • 301 •
Highly rated popular red difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 0 ft green climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 3.8 • 633 ft • 0 ft • 296 •
Popular blue difficulty alpine 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 minutes to complete this trail.
• 90 ★ 4.2 • 2,362 ft • 20 ft • 296 •
Highly rated popular blue difficulty alpine singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 20 ft green climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
Zermatt Mountain Bike Routes
★ 4.5 • 7 miles • 63 ft • 10 • Point to Point •
Classic (Nr. 1) Bahn up to the . Before heading off on the bike trail, take in the breathtaking views of...
★ 4.0 • 16 miles • 3,887 ft • 15 •
Start from Zermatt Town strait up to Sunegga. It's a steep and steady climb on gravel roads that leads you...
10 miles • 1,910 ft • 1 • Point to Point •
From Zermatt, you head up towards Furi on Moosstrasse. When you reach Schweigmatten, the path branches off...
3 miles • 293 ft • 3 • Loop •
The cable cars take you up to Blauherd. The trail to Tufteren heads left away from Blauherd station and is...
★ 3.0 • 12 miles • 1,094 ft • 7 • Point to Point •
offers everything that mountain bikers could wish for, including fabulous views and a trail full of...
4 miles • 35 ft • 6 • Point to Point •
Due to the altitude, this trail can only be ridden in the late summer season (depending on when the snow...
Photos of Zermatt Mountain Bike
Videos of Zermatt Mountain Bike
Current Trail Warnings
| status | trail | date | condition | user | info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chalbermatta Trail | Aug 29, 2026 @ 4:11pm (Europe/Zurich) 3 days | Unknown | thetownbicycle | Closed to hikers and bikers without... | |
| Hobbit Trail | Aug 26, 2026 @ 12:18pm (Europe/Zurich) Aug 26, 2026 | Unknown | Philippa0QC7hl | Now has a NO BIKING sign at the start |
Recent Trail Reports
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| jennaha24 | wishlist | route | activity #102736052 and 3 more | Aug 30, 2026 @ 11:07pm 23 hours |
| EmilyUXdenO | wishlist | trail | activity #102714597 | Aug 30, 2026 @ 2:07pm 1 day |
| sarah808 | ridden | trail | activity #102670989 | Aug 30, 2026 @ 6:14am 2 days |
| thetownbicycle | comment | trail | activity #102585448 | Aug 29, 2026 @ 7:14am 3 days |
| thetownbicycle | vote | trail | activity #102585361 | Aug 29, 2026 @ 7:13am 3 days |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | As awesome as it looks. Do it again, and... | Aug 29, 2026 @ 7:14am 3 days | ||
| trail | Not so good; it requires to carry the bike a lot | Aug 10, 2026 @ 2:25pm Aug 10, 2026 | ||
| trail | Bad trail: too many times you need to push the... | Aug 10, 2026 @ 2:23pm Aug 10, 2026 | ||
| trail | nice trail high above the valley and therefore... | Jul 21, 2026 @ 10:27am Jul 21, 2026 | ||
| trail | mostly rather easy, but a few steep sections | Jul 21, 2026 @ 10:19am Jul 21, 2026 |
Local Badges
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10 Black Trails7 awarded -
Epic Ride 50k242 awarded -
Big Ride 30k778 awarded -
10 Green Trails124 awarded -
Top 10 Trails0 awarded -
Completionist0 awarded
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zermatt - Matterhorn | bike park | Zermatt | |
| Pumptrack Zermatt | skill park | Zermatt |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 171 | 104 miles | 58,271 ft | 71 miles | 5,876 ft | #575 | #4 | 282 | 2,848 | 19 | 4,505 | |
| E-Bike | 171 | 104 miles | 58,271 ft | 71 miles | 5,876 ft | #184 | #27 | 6 | 2,846 | 12 | 813 | |
| Gravel Bike | 21 | 28 miles | 8,917 ft | 13 miles | 5,876 ft | #613 | #4 | 2 | 11 | |||
| Hike | 197 | 127 miles | 70,459 ft | 79 miles | 6,302 ft | #215 | #7 | 1 | 2,835 | 4 | 2,606 | |
| Trail Running | 197 | 127 miles | 70,459 ft | 79 miles | 6,302 ft | #345 | #8 | 2,835 | 3 | 556 | ||
| Downhill Ski | 48 | 44 miles | 36,578 ft | 42 miles | 7,221 ft | #45 | #2 | 1,062 | 5,636 | |||
| Backcountry Ski | 5 | 7 miles | 1,621 ft | 4 miles | 7,051 ft | #50 | #3 | 1,062 | 1,135 |
Frequently Asked Questions About Zermatt
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What are the best places to ride in Zermatt?
Zermatt has 2 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Zermatt?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Zermatt are:
- Europaweg - Bidemjini (4.6/5)
- Lichenbretter (4.6/5)
- Lauberen (4.5/5)
- Hobbit Trail (4.5/5)
- Ze Seewjinen - Börter (4.5/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Zermatt?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Zermatt are:
- August (157 activities)
- July (156 activities)
- September (93 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Zermatt?
There are 1 parking locations listed in Zermatt. The most popular parking spots are:
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