more stats
3,688 ft
Distance
12 ft
Climb
-259 ft
Descent
00:10:12
Avg time
-247 ft
Altitude change
1,692 ft
Altitude min
1,939 ft
Altitude max
1,939 ft
Altitude start
1,693 ft
Altitude end
-6.7%
Grade
-27.1%
Grade max
9.2%
Grade min
312 ft
Distance climb
3,117 ft
Distance down
259 ft
Distance flat
00:10:12
Avg time

Switchback Desaster Details

  • Activities
    • Hike
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Eschen
  • Difficulty Rating
    Red Rate
  • Local Popularity
    10 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 60 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #328664 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #105946 in E-Biking
    • #162670 in Trail Running
    • #177714 in Hiking
  • National Ranking
    #56 in Mountain Biking · Liechtenstein [+]
    • #8 in E-Biking
    • #31 in Trail Running
    • #37 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Primary
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • OSM Way
    #300819054

First part is an easy trail, but last part has some nasty stairs followed by many tight switchbacks. Good for learning nose pivot turns in a not too dangerous setting

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StairsTight and twisty

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  • Last: Aug 9, 2026
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Switchback Desaster located?
      Switchback Desaster is located in Eschen, Liechtenstein. It is part of the Eschen trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 47.23355, 9.54323.
      ▼ How hard is Switchback Desaster?
      Switchback Desaster is rated as Red difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 6.7%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Switchback Desaster?
      Switchback Desaster has 12 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 259 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,692 ft to 1,939 ft.
      ▼ Is Switchback Desaster a point to point trail?
      Switchback Desaster is not a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Primary. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Switchback Desaster?
      Switchback Desaster is 3,688 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Switchback Desaster?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Switchback Desaster. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Switchback Desaster? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Switchback Desaster are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Switchback Desaster?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 10 minutes to ride Switchback Desaster. The trail is 3,688 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Switchback Desaster?
      Switchback Desaster is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 23 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 23 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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