Spiez is a region situated on the shores of Lake Thun, characterized by its deep blue waters and a prominent mountain backdrop, including the Niesen mountain. The landscape features gentle hills, vineyards, and expansive forests and meadows, providing varied terrain for outdoor pursuits. This diverse geography makes Spiez suitable for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, jogging, and more.
The Spiez region offers a wide array of outdoor activities, with more than 300…
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4.4
(304)
2,481
riders
47.3km
02:56
420m
420m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.8
(13)
198
riders
22.7km
01:22
100m
100m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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98
riders
47.9km
03:20
880m
880m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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85
riders
45.4km
03:18
960m
960m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(54)
219
hikers
14.9km
04:13
310m
310m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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1
hikers
1.27km
00:22
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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256
hikers
8.45km
02:26
210m
210m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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485
hikers
19.5km
05:14
230m
230m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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26
riders
67.4km
06:44
1,610m
1,610m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.4
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44
riders
28.3km
01:53
150m
150m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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22
riders
30.4km
02:48
810m
810m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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10
riders
88.0km
07:44
2,300m
2,300m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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4.6
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556
riders
50.4km
03:01
520m
520m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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333
riders
35.9km
03:28
1,010m
1,010m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.7
(31)
169
riders
50.5km
04:23
1,440m
1,440m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.6
(16)
239
riders
45.2km
03:44
1,000m
1,000m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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123
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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215
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

124
runners
22.1km
02:22
220m
220m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

106
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
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116
hikers
7.37km
04:02
730m
730m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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14
hikers
10.9km
06:22
1,120m
1,120m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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8
hikers
15.9km
07:11
960m
960m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.0
(1)
12
hikers
8.96km
04:35
800m
800m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.7
(7)
124
riders
33.1km
01:46
440m
440m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.6
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118
riders
37.9km
02:13
830m
830m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.3
(14)
222
riders
28.8km
01:19
320m
320m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

81
riders
113km
06:38
2,660m
2,660m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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Spiez offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Road cycling, Mountaineering, and Gravel biking. The region features 329 routes with an average rating of 4.5 stars from over 19,000 visitors.
Spiez provides 134 hiking routes, ranging from leisurely lakeside paths to more inclined routes in higher elevations. Options include strolls along Lake Thun or paths leading towards Faulensee. More information is available in the Hiking around Spiez guide.
Yes, Spiez is an ideal starting point for mountain biking, with 52 routes available. These include diverse field and forest trails, single trails, and technically challenging routes. Popular options include Waldrand Seeholzwald and Hondrichwald Middle. Consult the MTB Trails around Spiez guide for details.
Spiez is well-suited for touring and road cycling, with 44 touring cycling routes and 20 road cycling routes. Various national and regional routes pass through the area, including those around Lake Thun and into the Kander and Simmental valleys. Guides like Cycling around Spiez and Road Cycling Routes around Spiez provide further information.
Spiez offers a range of light to intermediate walking and hiking trails, including easy lakeside paths. The region also has options for easy mountain biking and gravel biking. These routes are suitable for beginners or those seeking less strenuous activities.
The easy lakeside paths and gentle vineyard trails, such as the Spiez Vineyard Sensory Adventure Trail, are suitable for families. These routes offer scenic views and accessible terrain for various age groups. Specific family-friendly routes can be found within the hiking and cycling guides.
Spiez is known for Lake Thun, the prominent Niesen mountain, and the historic Spiez Castle. The region also features vineyards, lush meadows, and forests. Viewpoints and historical sites are among the highlight categories in the area.
Spiez is a popular destination on komoot, with over 19,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The 329 available routes have received an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,791 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Spiez, including Hiking around Spiez, MTB Trails around Spiez, and Cycling around Spiez. Additional guides cover running, road cycling, mountaineering, and gravel biking.
For more information, the official website for Spiez tourism is www.spiez.com. The phone number for the Spiez Info-Center (Spiez Marketing AG) is +41 33 655 90 00.
Hiking terrain in Spiez varies from easy, flat lakeside paths to more inclined routes in higher elevations like Weiler Hondrich (2,789 feet [850 meters] above sea level). The landscape includes vineyards, forests, and meadows, offering diverse walking experiences.
Yes, Spiez offers suitable terrain for running and jogging, with 75 dedicated jogging routes. The easy lakeside paths are ideal for scenic runs, and some mountain biking trails can also be used for trail running. A specific guide for Running Trails around Spiez is available.
Spiez supports various cycling types, including Touring cycling, Road cycling, and Gravel biking. There are 44 touring cycling routes, 20 road cycling routes, and options for gravel biking. E-bike rentals are also available for assisted rides.

