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Lauterbrunnen - Mürren Loop

The landscape around Lauterbrunnen had already delighted many poets and writers over the centuries. It has also become one of every mountain biker's favourite destination. 

Lauterbrunnen Tourismus
CH - 3822 Lauterbrunnen
+41 33 856 85 68
lauterbrunnen.swiss
info@lauterbrunnen.swiss

The route is signposted by Switzerland Mobility (number 450). It is not particularly challenging. The trails are generally wide and difficulty is between the range of S0 and S1. In terms of the landscape, the Upper Lauterbrunnen Valley is spectacular. No wonder, so many writers and philosophers were inspired by this region. In some parts you will feel like J.R.R. Tolkien’s Frodo in the Shire.

Difficulty
Moderate
Distance
26.65km
Duration
3 hours
Ascent
109 vm
Descent
920 vm
Starting Point
Railway station Lauterbrunnen
Ending Point
Railway station Lauterbrunnen
Top public transport friendly freerideTrial Scenic Loop With refreshment stops

Details

Difficulty
Moderate
Technique
Condition
Experience
Landscape
Altitude
1679m796m
Recommended season
  • jan
  • feb
  • mar
  • apr
  • may
  • jun
  • jul
  • aug
  • sep
  • oct
  • nov
  • dec

Author Tips

Taking the Gondola from Lauterbrunnen to Grütschalp will save you 700 metres of uphill cycling.

We recommend the Grütschtrail for advanced riders 

Equipment

  • Mountain bike (well maintained)
  • Repair kit
  • First aid kit
  • Helmet, gloves and bike bell
  • Proper attire for the weather condition (It is recommended to always check the weather conditions the day prior to riding. We recommend to always bring a rain jacket)
  • Carry adequate supplies of food and water
  • Please observe the signs and guidelines for mountain bike riders online as well as on the path

Safety Guidelines

  • Wearing gloves, helmet and MTB/Bike protective gear is recommended.
  • Use only the marked paths and roads. Always follow the signs.
  • Always close gates and pasture fences behind you.
  • Respect hikers, plants and animals
  • Hikers always have priority
  • Assess your own abilities and your physical condition carefully before riding
  • Use of the unmarked routes are at your own risk.

More information and links

Directions

Starting Point

Railway station Lauterbrunnen

Koordinates :

Geographic 46.597988 N 7.907743 E

Ending Point

Railway station Lauterbrunnen

Step by Step Directions

Lauterbrunnen - Stechelberg Schilthornbahnen - Gimmelwald - Mürren - Winteregg - Lauterbrunnen

Getting There

Public transport

Thanks to its central location in Europe, Switzerland is served by international trains from over 12 countries. Within Switzerland, Intercity trains run from Basel directly to the Jungfrau Region.bikers from Zurich and Geneva change trains in Bern. Trains run every half hour. Timetables and train tickets for arrival and departure are available from the SBB Shop. By the way: daily bike tickets are available from the SBB.

Getting there

By car from Basel/Zurich/Geneva via Bern or Lucerne/Brünigpass. This is open in summer and winter. From the south, travel to the region via the Grimsel or Susten Pass (only in summer) or the Simplon Pass and then the Lötschberg car transport.

Google route planner

Parking

Lauterbrunnen multi-storey car park or the uncovered car park at the Schilthorn cable car in Stechelberg. The Lauterbrunnen car park can be reserved online. The rates from the car park in Stechelberg can be found here.

Mountain View Trail Mürren
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Trail Riding Mürren

Lauterbrunnen Tourismus
CH - 3822 Lauterbrunnen
+41 33 856 85 68
lauterbrunnen.swiss
info@lauterbrunnen.swiss

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