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1.2 miles
Distance
3 ft
Climb
-1,255 ft
Descent
00:20:37
Avg time
-1,247 ft
Altitude change
7,590 ft
Altitude min
8,844 ft
Altitude max
8,844 ft
Altitude start
7,598 ft
Altitude end
-19.5%
Grade
-58.4%
Grade max
3.9%
Grade min
154 ft
Distance climb
1 mile
Distance down
223 ft
Distance flat
00:20:37
Avg time

Ritzengrat Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Zermatt - Matterhorn
    Zermatt
  • Difficulty Rating
    Red Rate
  • Local Popularity
    20 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 60 in E-Biking
    • 75 in Trail Running
    • 40 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #158829 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #117356 in E-Biking
    • #89431 in Trail Running
    • #146653 in Hiking
  • National Ranking
    #4,110 in Mountain Biking · Switzerland [+]
    • #4,097 in E-Biking
    • #2,254 in Trail Running
    • #3,725 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T3 Demanding Mountain Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Primary
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Sometimes hard to follow
  • Alpine Trail
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1

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AI Generated Description

Ritzengrat is a highly rated 2 km less popular red difficulty alpine singletrack trail located near Zermatt. Riders describe it as faint trail. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 1 m green climb. Trail visibility is sometimes hard to follow. On average it takes 20 minutes to complete this trail.

This trail is unsanctioned.

Disclaimer

| Trail Etiquette | -Hikers have the right of way -Always yield for non-bike trail users (complete stop when crossing) -Anticipate other trail users -Let other trail users know you are coming -Leave no trace

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AlpineFaint trail

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on Aug 8, 2026
Ideal
Avg: 4.06 (9 votes)
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      Directions to ritzengrat trailhead (45.993810, 7.778880)
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      7:28 | 79 | Jul 17, 2026 , Zermatt
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      783 | Sep 11, 2020 , Zermatt

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      3 Reviews & Comments

      MG74 MG74
      Not so good; it requires to carry the bike a lot
      enforce
      The name of the trail seems to be wrong. The origin Ritzengrad starts from the Unterrothorn .

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Ritzengrat located?
      Ritzengrat is located in Zermatt - Matterhorn, Zermatt, Switzerland. It is part of the Zermatt - Matterhorn trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 45.99381, 7.77888.
      ▼ How hard is Ritzengrat?
      Ritzengrat is rated as Red difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 19.5%. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Ritzengrat?
      Ritzengrat has 3 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 1,255 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 7,590 ft to 8,844 ft.
      ▼ Is Ritzengrat a point to point trail?
      Ritzengrat is not a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Primary. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Ritzengrat?
      Ritzengrat is 1.2 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Ritzengrat?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Ritzengrat. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Ritzengrat? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Ritzengrat are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Ritzengrat?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 19 minutes to ride Ritzengrat. The trail is 1.2 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Ritzengrat?
      Ritzengrat is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 176 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 169 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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