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Mountain biking
Mountain biking in Switzerland
Looking for fast-paced, spectacular single trails through the Swiss Alps? Or perhaps you’d prefer to discover the Pre-Alps at your leisure by e-mountain bike? No matter whether you’re into enduro, all-mountain or touring, Switzerland has the perfect route for you. On this page, learn all about mountain biking in Switzerland. From signposting to safety tips, from mountain bike hire to bike-friendly hotels.
Routes and signposts
Routes and trails
Switzerland is home to around 9,800km of standardised, signposted mountain bike routes.
They are widely accessible and mostly located in hilly or mountainous regions. Most have a natural surface and, depending on the region, feature some exciting single trails. Certain sections are difficult to cycle along and may require you to push or carry your bike. Anyone cycling along a mountain bike route should be in good physical condition and ideally have some experience of mountain biking. Mountain bikes should be fitted with wide tyres and good brakes.
Cycling on forest and meadow paths as well as on most hiking trails is permitted in Switzerland – unless prohibited by signposts. When cycling on hiking trails, be considerate of hikers and give them priority.
All official SwitzerlandMobility mountain bike routes
Signposts
Mountain bike route signposts are red and feature a white mountain bike symbol. The red signposts are supplemented by a standardised system of route information panels (stickers) with route names and route numbers. Single-digit numbers indicate national routes, double-digit numbers regional routes and triple-digit numbers local routes.
If routes are not officially marked, this is indicated in the route description.
Levels of difficulty
The SwiterlandMobility mountain bike routes are categorised according to their level of difficulty.
More information about the particular challenges that the paths present for cyclists.
Cycling in safety
Rental
Mountain bike or e-MTB
Looking to hire a mountain bike or e-mountain bike in Switzerland with minimum fuss? No problem. On the following pages you can find offers from Switzerland’s national bike rental company:
Rent a bike with swissrent
Public transportation
Rower w transporcie publicznym
Thanks to more than 29,000km of interconnected railway, bus and boat routes, you can get to your outdoor adventures easily and comfortably via public transportation. After your exertions, you’ll appreciate the relaxed ride home!
Rower i pociąg
Take your bike with you: Purchase a bike ticket and you can load your bike yourself onto most trains in Switzerland.
Depending on the volume of traffic – especially in good weather – there may be scarce capacity for self-loading of bikes on individual routes.
In this case, a bike delivery service is a good alternative. Ideally plan your trip well in advance: sbb/velo
Rower i autobus
Bikes can be transported by postal bus if there is sufficient space in the vehicle. During the summer season, the postal buses travel through the tourist regions with bike racks on the rear of the vehicle. The bike must be accompanied by the owner and must have a valid ticket.
Rower i statek
For a surcharge, bikes can also be loaded onto passenger boats if there is sufficient space. On Lake Murten and Lake Neuchâtel it is even free to take your bike onboard.
On the move with your bike
Hotels and mountain huts
Swiss Bike Hotels
The Swiss Bike Hotels cater for action and fun on two wheels: Whether road cycling, mountain biking or a leisurely ride – the hosts themselves are usually cycling enthusiasts and offer a first-class service. On your doorstep, you will find the most beautiful single trails, downhill tracks and panoramic routes – idyllic cycling country.
The Swiss Bike Hotels meet the following criteria:
- Lockable bike room with direct access
- Bike cleaning area and repair set
- Overnight laundry service for sports clothing plus shower facility on day of departure
- Hearty breakfast and packed lunch on request
- Detailed information material and suggested tours
- Arrangement with bike shop for rental, tours and repairs
Bike hotels
Mountain huts for mountain bikers
Sleep in the heart of the mountains: these twelve mountain huts, which are part of the Swiss Alpine Club, are particularly mountain bike-friendly – with suggested routes:
Swiss Alpine Club
Further information
Mountain bike guide
Those travelling with a mountain bike guide are well looked after at all times: the guide takes care of planning the route – and of course knows where to find the most beautiful single trails, insider hotspots and best stops along the way. The personal guide can also fully adapt the level of difficulty and safety to the needs of guests.
The national Swiss Cycling Association trains mountain bike guides in Switzerland. Find the ideal guide for your tours on the next page:
Swiss cycling guide
First time on a mountain bike
First time out on a mountain bike in Switzerland? No problem. Here are some recommendations:
- Begin with routes that are marked as easy
- Visit a bike park with easy trails (blue) and/or practice areas (e.g. skill parks)
- Take part in a cycling course
- Go on your tour with a guide
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Intro
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