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1.0 mile
Distance
-1,255 ft
Descent
00:11:46
Avg time
-1,255 ft
Altitude change
3,535 ft
Altitude min
4,790 ft
Altitude max
4,790 ft
Altitude start
3,537 ft
Altitude end
-22.9%
Grade
-90.3%
Grade max
-5.7%
Grade min
1 mile
Distance down
00:11:46
Avg time

Varnerwald Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
  • Ref Number
    #116
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Voted Difficulty
    Blue (1 vote)
  • Local Popularity
    85 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 90 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #107924 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #84242 in E-Biking
    • #346711 in Trail Running
    • #359414 in Hiking
  • National Ranking
    #2,534 in Mountain Biking · Switzerland [+]
    • #1,697 in E-Biking
    • #7,776 in Trail Running
    • #8,229 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Primary
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Season
    May - November
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes

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AI Generated Description

Varnerwald is a 2 km popular blue difficulty singletrack trail located near Varen. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 0 m green climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 11 minutes to complete this trail.

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| 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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Varnerwald Trail Reports

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Aug 11, 2026 @ 9:54pm (Europe/Zurich)
Aug 11, 2026
Jul 5, 2026 @ 2:16pm (Europe/Zurich)
Jul 5, 2026
No change still lots of trees down
Jul 5, 2026 @ 2:15pm (Europe/Zurich)
Jul 5, 2026
Jun 4, 2026 @ 8:02pm (Europe/Zurich)
Jun 4, 2026
still a lot of trees blocking the middle section. you can still go around walking, but you'll have to do it like 6-7 times .
May 16, 2026 @ 1:29pm (Europe/Zurich)
May 16, 2026
middle part closed
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on Aug 11, 2026
Dry
Avg: 4.1 (3 votes)
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      Directions to varnerwald trailhead (46.333980, 7.606550)

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      4:36 | 19 | Apr 24, 2026 , Varen

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Varnerwald located?
      Varnerwald is located in Varen, Switzerland. It is part of the Varen trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 46.33398, 7.60655.
      ▼ How hard is Varnerwald?
      Varnerwald is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 22.9%. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Varnerwald?
      The trail has 1,255 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 3,535 ft to 4,790 ft.
      ▼ Is Varnerwald a point to point trail?
      Varnerwald is not a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Primary. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Varnerwald?
      Varnerwald is 1.0 mile long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Varnerwald?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Varnerwald. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Varnerwald?
      Varnerwald is best visited during: May - November.
      ▼ How do I access Varnerwald? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Varnerwald are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Varnerwald?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 12 minutes to ride Varnerwald. The trail is 1.0 mile long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Varnerwald?
      Varnerwald is a very popular trail. There have been 200 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 198 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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