One of two official Uetliberg bike singletrails: 3.5 km and about 350 m of descent from the transmitter antenna to Triemli station, steep in parts.
The Antennentrail, also called the Triemli Bike Trail, is the longer of the two official mountain-bike singletracks on the Uetliberg, the wooded ridge that rises directly behind the city. According to Zürich Tourism it is 3.5 km long with about 350 m of descent and a path width of 30 to 60 cm. It starts directly under the transmitter antenna next to the barbecue area near the summit and ends just above SZU Triemli station, so riders can take the S10 train back to the city or up again. The ride down takes roughly 11 minutes; pushing or riding up takes about 30 minutes. The trail is steep in places and suits riders with solid singletrack experience. The shorter Höckler trail, 500 m long with about 100 m of descent, can be combined into longer tours. Walkers share the ridge, so ride at a controlled speed and give way. Current trail conditions are published at zueritrails.ch. Riding is free; the only costs are the train fare and any bike rental arranged separately.
| Price | Free to ride (S10 train fare extra; check zvv.ch for the current CHF fare, roughly CHF 5-9 / approx USD 6-11) |
|---|---|
| Duration | About 11 minutes down; allow 1-2 hours for the full outing |
| Difficulty | intermediate to advanced (steep sections) |
| Season | April-November (dry trails) |
| Address | Uetliberg railway terminus, 8143 Zürich (trail starts under the transmitter antenna and ends above SZU Triemli station) |
Activity facts
- Where
- Uetliberg / Friesenberg, Zürich
Equipment
- Mountain bike with working brakes
- Helmet (essential)
- Gloves and knee protection
- Spare tube and pump
- Water
Location
Uetliberg railway terminus, 8143 Zürich (trail starts under the transmitter antenna and ends above SZU Triemli station)
47.3519, 8.4874 View on map
Highlights
- Official singletrail with about 350 m of descent
- Starts at the transmitter antenna near Uto Kulm
- Finishes above SZU Triemli station on the S10 line
- Combines with the shorter Höckler trail
Tips for visiting
- Check trail status on zueritrails.ch before riding, especially after rain
- Take the S10 from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Uetliberg and return from Triemli station
- Give way to walkers and keep speed under control
- Wear a helmet and protection; some sections are very steep
When to visit
April-November (dry trails)
Accessibility
Not accessible for wheelchairs; the trail is a narrow, steep singletrack.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the Antennentrail?
About 3.5 km with roughly 350 m of descent, taking around 11 minutes to ride down, according to Zürich Tourism.
Is the trail free?
Yes. Only the S10 train fare applies; confirm fares on zvv.ch.