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Zurich

Altberg Observation Tower – Altberg Observation Tower loop from Zürich Wipkingen

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Mountain biking trails
Switzerland
Zurich

Altberg Observation Tower – Altberg Observation Tower loop from Zürich Wipkingen

Moderate

4.4

(100)

522

riders

Altberg Observation Tower – Altberg Observation Tower loop from Zürich Wipkingen

02:48

38.0km

660m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 24, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 28.9 km for 101 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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2.02 km

View of Zurich from the Waid

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From the Waid you have a wide view over Zurich and all the way to the lake. On clear days you can even see the Alps in the distance. The …

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5.78 km

Grünwald Garden Café

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A nice place for a "forest restaurant" (self-service) to relax at the end and you always have your bike within sight.

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12.6 km

Altberg Forest Inn

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The restaurant is always recommended for a stop!

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12.6 km

Altberg Observation Tower

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The tower is located on the Altberg at 630 meters and packs another 30 meters on top. You reach the observation deck over 147 steps - at the top you …

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12.7 km

Altberg Observation Tower

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A great view. We were in December and there was a lot going on there. I can imagine that summer is really full.

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17.6 km

Sculptures on the Gravel Path Near Zurich

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7

22.7 km

Bike Trail Altberg

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Beautifully landscaped trail, I can only recommend it!

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35.6 km

Submediterraner Eichengarten

Forest

9

36.9 km

View of Zurich and Lake Zurich

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Beautiful view of Zurich and the Zsee

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38.0 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

32.2 km

3.46 km

1.69 km

459 m

109 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

27.8 km

6.71 km

2.10 km

1.14 km

174 m

< 100 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (610 m)

Lowest point (430 m)

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Friday 26 June

38°C

19°C

16 %

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Comments

March 7, 2026,Mountainbike-Fahrt
A beautiful tour today with a great bike group.

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Just wanted to see what the new trail on the Altberg looks like. They have created a beautiful trail for the whole family, thanks to everyone involved, great job!

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