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September 27, 2026

By Daniel Perret

Bicycle tour · Central Switzerland

Mueterschwandenberg–Zingel Bike

A short bike ride on the Zingel. The trail starts playfully and technically in the forest, becomes steeper and faster in the lower part.

Difficultyaverage · 3/6
Timeabout 2 hours
Distanceabout 11 km
Ascentapprox. 410 hm
SeasonMay–October
CharacterSingletrail · Forest

Step by step

Tour description

01

To the Mueterschwandenberg

From Stans or Ennetmoos, you drive on roads and forest paths towards the Mueterschwandenberg.

02

Zingel Singletrail

The first trail section runs through the forest with little elevation gain and contains technical sections. After that, the path becomes steeper and faster.

03

Brief counter-rise

A short uphill climb on the road brings more elevation for the final section of the descent.

Driving technique and fitness

Requirements

Good braking and cornering technology. Individual roots and sills require a clean line selection.

Good to know

Information about the tour

  • Only driving in the distance.
  • When it's wet, the roots are slippery.
  • At the Zingelkreuz, a break for the view is worth it.

Briefly answered

Questions about the tour

Suitable for beginners?

Only with first-hand experience on single trails.

Is the tour long?

No. It is well suited as a short training session.

Can I ride an e-bike?

Yes, provided that the bike is safely mastered on narrow trails.

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