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SaveZürich trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has shared hundreds of photos from this region. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking and Adaptive Biking. Trails here are often flowy, faint trail and tight and twisty. Scenery includes meadows and ridgelines. Common trail features include jumps, berms and drops. Many trails are family friendly. Popular destinations include Uetliberg, Züriberg and Buechhoger - Altholz.
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- Mountain Bike
45 trails
- E-Bike
44 trails
- Gravel Bike
15 trails
- Adaptive Bike
1 trails
- Hike
52 trails
- Trail Running
52 trails
Region Details
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Region Status
Open as of 6 hoursLocal Trail Association
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 63
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 45
- Trails E-Bike
- 44
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 15
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 1
- Trails Hike
- 52
- Trails Trail Running
- 52
- Total Distance
- 29 miles
- Total Descent
- 11,156 ft
- Total Vertical
- 1,465 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 2,876 ft
- Reports
- 3,465
- Photos
- 480
- Completed Counter
- 16,433
Sub Regions
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Buechhoger - Altholz
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Uetliberg
- 7
- 8
- 4
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Züriberg
- 4
- 6
- 1
Popular Zürich Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 4.1 • 2 miles • 16 ft • 1,088 •
Highly rated popular red difficulty machine groomed. This mountain bike primary trail and has a moderate overall physical rating. It features berm, jump and wallride. On average it takes 14 minutes to complete this trail.
• 90 ★ 4.3 • 1 mile • 3 ft • 644 •
Der Höcklertrail fackelt nicht lange: Gleich im ersten Abschnitt Flying Squirrel nimmst du Speed auf und fliegst über die ersten Jumps und steuerst auf das erste Highlight zu – den Giacomo-Drop (keine Sorge, für Vorsichtige gibt es...
• 100 ★ 3.4 • 1 mile • 0 ft • 608 •
Einsteigerfreundlicher Biketrail im Norden von Zürich. Ein paar kleinere Sprünge sorgen für zusätzlichen Spass.
• 90 ★ 3.1 • 2,182 ft • 24 ft • 521 •
The Grattrail let's you ride on singletrack instead of the (busy) road. It can be ridden in both ways, so please watch out. Those in the uphill have the right of way.
• 95 ★ 4.3 • 3,179 ft • 6 ft • 504 •
skills track for beginners, starts easy but speeds up with jumps in the second section. good flow
• 90 ★ 3.8 • 1,729 ft • 0 ft • 462 •
Lower Part of the Adlisbergtrail with a couple of narrow turns. Avoid after rain, as it gets full of horrible mud that blocks your tires
• 85 ★ 1.3 • 709 ft • 0 ft • 447 •
Popular green difficulty family friendly singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions 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.
• 85 ★ 4.0 • 3,153 ft • 13 ft • 285 •
Nice trail from the summit of Zürichberg. Beginning is rather flat, after while you reach the pumptrack where you can practice your skills. There is a jumpline as well. The trail continues at the end of the park with a steep U, some...
Zürich Mountain Bike Routes
11 miles • 2,758 ft • 7 • Loop •
This Route includes all official bike trails by Zürtrails at Üetliberg. You can start also from Höckler...
2 miles • 156 ft • 0 • Loop •
Der Campus in der Brunau, am Fusse des Uetlibergs, ist der Ausgangspunkt der Teststrecken für Rennvelos,...
8 miles • 999 ft • 0 •
Photos of Zürich Mountain Bike
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Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Antennentrail | Nov 14, 2026 @ 6:19pm (Europe/Zurich) 6 hours | Ideal | tobitobi Züritrails | ||
| Höcklertrail by Züritrails | Nov 14, 2026 @ 6:13pm (Europe/Zurich) 6 hours | Variable | tobitobi Züritrails | ||
| Allmendtrail | Nov 6, 2026 @ 11:59am (Europe/Zurich) Nov 6, 2026 | Wet | bikefritzel ZO-Biketrails | ||
| Läufenweg | Nov 4, 2026 @ 6:52pm (Europe/Zurich) Nov 4, 2026 | Ideal | pstr Zürich | ||
| Uetliberg Uphill | Nov 4, 2026 @ 6:52pm (Europe/Zurich) Nov 4, 2026 | Ideal | pstr Zürich | ||
| Brand Trail | Nov 1, 2026 @ 2:48pm (Europe/Zurich) Nov 1, 2026 | Ideal | meikl | ||
| Liebisegg DH | Nov 1, 2026 @ 2:48pm (Europe/Zurich) Nov 1, 2026 | Ideal | meikl | ||
| No Horses Allowed | Oct 30, 2026 @ 10:26am (Europe/Zurich) Oct 30, 2026 | Wet | queenieman | ||
| Zürichberg Pumptrack-Trail | Oct 30, 2026 @ 10:26am (Europe/Zurich) Oct 30, 2026 | Wet | queenieman | ||
| Biketrail Adlisberg Rot | Oct 30, 2026 @ 10:26am (Europe/Zurich) Oct 30, 2026 | Variable | queenieman |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
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| tobitobi | add | report | activity #107770432 and 1 more | Nov 14, 2026 @ 9:16am 6 hours |
| tobitobi | add | report | activity #107742295 | Nov 14, 2026 @ 12:39am 15 hours |
| tobitobi | add | report | activity #107491434 | Nov 9, 2026 @ 8:41am Nov 9, 2026 |
| NiklasreTxji | ridden | trail | activity #107383389 and 4 more | Nov 7, 2026 @ 2:50pm Nov 7, 2026 |
| NiklasreTxji | wishlist | trail | activity #107383248 | Nov 7, 2026 @ 2:48pm Nov 7, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | Fun trail. Theres some root that stands out at... | Sep 2, 2026 @ 11:06pm Sep 2, 2026 | ||
| trail | beim ersten kiesweg übergang is der neue... | Sep 2, 2026 @ 11:03pm Sep 2, 2026 | ||
| report | Sooo Geil ich freu mich | Aug 21, 2026 @ 4:02am Aug 21, 2026 | ||
| trail | Nice as a beginner with straight lines almost... | Aug 7, 2026 @ 9:47am Aug 7, 2026 | ||
| trail | 19.6.26 Nach dem Unwetter am Abend hat der... | Jun 19, 2026 @ 1:32pm Jun 19, 2026 |
Local Badges
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Top 10 Trails12 awarded -
Cycle Week 2025 Day 10 awarded -
Cycle Week 2025 Day 22 awarded -
Cycle Week 2025 Day 44 awarded -
Cycle Week 2025 Day 311 awarded -
10 Green Trails204 awarded
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| Züritrails Jumppark | skill park | Zürich | |
| NT Dirt Glattpark | skill park | Zürich | |
| Pump Track Züriberg | skill park | Zürich | |
| Bikepark Zürich | skill park | Zürich | |
| Pumptrack Opfikon | skill park | Zürich |
Local Mountain Biking Directory
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velomaerkte.ch Zurich
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Zurich Youth Hostel
![Zurich Youth Hostel]()
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ZüritrailsTrail Association
![Züritrails]()
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BiromaBike Shop
![Biroma]()
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Bikehub ZurichBike Shop
![Bikehub Zurich]()
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Bike Home ServiceBike Shop
Local Products
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 | 45 | 21 miles | 8,081 ft | 15 miles | 1,427 ft | #826 | #6 | 476 | 3,462 | 4 | 61,472 | |
| E-Bike | 44 | 20 miles | 7,818 ft | 14 miles | 1,427 ft | #715 | #41 | 3 | 3,094 | 3 | 8,611 | |
| Gravel Bike | 15 | 8 miles | 640 ft | 2 miles | 1,427 ft | #468 | #10 | 98 | 1 | 440 | ||
| Adaptive Bike | 1 | 876 ft | 72 ft | 784 ft | 72 ft | #275 | #20 | 34 | 6 | |||
| Hike | 52 | 21 miles | 7,024 ft | 11 miles | 1,463 ft | #728 | #14 | 2,589 | 1,661 | |||
| Trail Running | 52 | 21 miles | 7,024 ft | 11 miles | 1,463 ft | #1,011 | #18 | 2,589 | 3,489 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Zürich?
Zürich has 3 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Zürich?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Zürich are:
- Leiterlitrail (4.5/5)
- Playground Ridge (4.4/5)
- Home Office (4.3/5)
- Allmendtrail (4.2/5)
- Zuriberg Massacre (4.2/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Zürich?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Zürich are:
- May (744 activities)
- August (690 activities)
- June (689 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Zürich?
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What is the longest trail in Zürich?
The longest trail in Zürich is Antennentrail at 2.2 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Zürich?
The best hiking trails in Zürich are:
- Denzlerweg (Mittlerer Teil)
- Denzlerweg (unterer Teil)
- Denzlerweg (oberer Teil)
- Uto Kulm
- Föhreneggweg
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Zürich?
The best trail running trails in Zürich are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Zürich?
Zürich has a total of 63 trails. Of those, 45 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Zürich to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Zürich?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Zürich is Manegg Access Road with 429 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Zürich?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Zürich is Antennentrail with 1,197 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Zürich?
Zürich supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What bike services are there in Zürich?
The following bike services are available in Zürich:
- Bike Shop (4)
- Trail Association (1)
- Accommodation (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Zürich?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Zürich is Manegg Access Road with an average grade of 13.5%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Zürich?
Yes, there are 2 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Zürich. 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 Zürich?
The trails with the biggest jumps in Zürich are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
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Are the trails open in Zürich?
The overall region status for Zürich is Clear / Green. Out of 53 trails:
- Clear / Green: 46
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 3
- Significant Issue / Amber: 3
- Closed: 1
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What are the trail conditions in Zürich?
Based on trail reports from the past week in Zürich:
- Wet: 1 trail
- Ideal: 1 trail
- Prevalent Mud: 1 trail
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Can I ride an ebike in Zürich?
Yes, Zürich supports e-bike riding. There are 39 trails in Zürich 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 Zürich?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Zürich are: View all mountain biking routes in Zürich.
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What type of bike is most common in Zürich?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Zürich are:
- AM (265 activities)
- XC (9 activities)
- Trials (9 activities)
- Gravel (4 activities)
- RD (4 activities)
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What is the highest summit in Zürich?
The highest summit in Zürich is Uetliberg at 2,828 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Zürich?
The most popular Strava segments in Zürich are:
- Uphill Uto (12,935 athletes)
- Orca Power Challange (9,362 athletes)
- Hohensteinstrasse (8,738 athletes)
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What are some popular technical trail features in Zürich?
There are 13 technical trail features (TTFs) in Zürich. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Zürich.
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What trails are closed in Zürich?
There are currently 1 closed trails in Zürich. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
- Clear / Green: 46
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 3
- Significant Issue / Amber: 3
- Closed: 1
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Zürich?
Yes, there are 1 accessible/adaptive trails in Zürich. View all adaptive trails in Zürich for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Zürich?
There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Zürich directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Zürich?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Zürich are:
- Antennentrail
- Allmendtrail
- Höcklertrail by Züritrails
- Üetliberg Grattrail by Züritrails
- Biketrail Adlisberg
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Zürich?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Zürich are:
- Zürichberg Top (4.4/5)
- Spitalerbach (4/5)
- Hönggerberg Trail (3/5)
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