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Mountain biking for all levels

Mountain biking in the mountains offers everything from easy trails to technical riding – for beginners and experienced riders alike.

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What is mountain biking?

Mountain biking is cycling away from regular paved roads, often on bike trails, trails, forest roads or varied terrain. It is a broad cycling discipline that ranges from relaxed nature rides to technical and high-speed riding in demanding terrain.

At SkiStar’s destinations, you will find several types of mountain biking suited to different skill levels, whether you want an easy introduction to the sport or are looking for speed and challenges.

Different types of mountain biking

Mountain biking includes several different disciplines, each offering a slightly different riding experience.

Trail riding

Trail riding involves riding on natural trails or purpose-built trails through forests and mountain terrain. It is a popular form of mountain biking that combines nature, technique and physical activity.

At SkiStar, this takes place in our SkiStar Trail Parks, where you will find everything from family-friendly flow trails to more technical trails.

Lift assisted mountain biking

Lift assisted mountain biking means taking the lift up and riding down purpose-built trails designed for speed, flow and challenge.

This type of riding takes place in SkiStar Bike Park and suits riders looking for a more action-focused form of mountain biking.

Downhill

Downhill is the most extreme form of mountain biking and focuses on steep, fast and technically demanding descents.

It is best suited to experienced riders looking for maximum speed and challenge.

Explore the mountains by bike

If you want to experience the mountains at a slower pace, longer bike rides are a great option. This is all about exploring nature, following bike trails and enjoying varied terrain through forests, mountains and open landscapes.

This type of mountain biking is ideal for those who want to combine exercise, nature and adventure at their own pace.

Mountain biking for all skill levels

One of the best things about mountain biking is that it suits almost everyone. Whether you are completely new to cycling or have years of experience, there are trails and areas suited to your ability.

If you are new to the sport, we recommend starting with easier trail riding or our dedicated skills areas before progressing to more technical terrain.

You can also read our guide on getting started with mountain biking to learn more about equipment, trail grading and how to begin.

Mountain biking at our destinations

SkiStar’s destinations offer mountain biking for the whole family – from beginner-friendly areas and flow trails to lift assisted mountain biking and advanced downhill.

Explore our destinations and find the area that best suits you and your skill level.

Sälen Trail biking, downhill, cross country Trysil Trail biking, Lift accessed cycling Åre Downhill, trail biking Hemsedal Lift accessed cycling Vemdalen Lift accessed cycling
Mountain biker performs a jump in forested terrain
Cycling down the mountain trail in Åre with a view of the lake and forest landscape
Two people are cycling at high speed down a winding path in a green forest
Two cyclists are mountain biking on a winding paved path with a scenic mountain view in the background
Cyclist on a winding mountain bike trail through the forest on a sunny day in Sweden
Children are biking on a pump track in the forest, equipped with helmets and mountain bikes, with trees and a building in the background
A mountain biker in a red helmet and jacket is cycling over a narrow wooden bridge in the forest
  • Mountain biker performs a jump in forested terrain
  • Cycling down the mountain trail in Åre with a view of the lake and forest landscape
  • Two people are cycling at high speed down a winding path in a green forest
  • Two cyclists are mountain biking on a winding paved path with a scenic mountain view in the background
  • Cyclist on a winding mountain bike trail through the forest on a sunny day in Sweden
  • Children are biking on a pump track in the forest, equipped with helmets and mountain bikes, with trees and a building in the background
  • A mountain biker in a red helmet and jacket is cycling over a narrow wooden bridge in the forest