Jura, Switzerland
Hiking trails near Grenchen
159 quality-checked hiking routes are currently mapped within 40 km of Grenchen, Jura, Switzerland. Together their route lines cover 2.2k km. The average route is 13.8 km with 392 m (1,286 ft) of recorded ascent.
- 159
- Trails
- 40 km
- Search radius
- 16
- Easy routes
- 3.2 km
- Closest
The directory difficulty mix is 16 easy (10%), 90 moderate (57%) and 53 hard or expert (33%). 6 routes (4%) are recorded as loops. Difficulty is calculated from available distance and elevation data; it is not a statement about technical terrain or current conditions.
The most frequent route tags are mountain (21), castle and ruins (11), forest (10), alpine meadow (4). The highest recorded point in this set is 1,593 m (5,226 ft). The place-level planning field lists june to september as the preferred season; check each route and official notices for live access and weather. European long distance path E4 - part Switzerland, Interregio-Wanderweg, Alpine Panorama Trail currently lead this page’s directory ranking, which uses route completeness and computed route scores rather than editorial field testing.
Choose by the details
How do these routes differ?
A closer look at the first 6 routes in this page’s default ordering. These comparisons describe this sample, not the entire destination or a field-tested recommendation.
Shortest mapped distance in this sample
15.7 km
Alpine Panorama TrailCompare the climbing too; shortest does not necessarily mean easiest.
Lowest recorded ascent in this sample
138 m
Jura Crest Trail6 of 6 have ascent data. Missing measurements are excluded.
Return logistics
0 recorded loops
Check start and finish for every option. An unknown shape does not mean a loop, and a loop does not establish access to its start.
Plan the return journey →| Route | Distance | Ascent | Moving time | Shape |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| European long distance path E4 - part Switzerland | 424 km | 6,393 m | 110 hr | Point to point |
| Interregio-Wanderweg | 50.8 km | 1,535 m | 13 hr | Point to point |
| Alpine Panorama Trail | 15.7 km | 665 m | 4 hr 18 min | Point to point |
| Alpine Panorama Trail | 18.8 km | 756 m | 5 hr 9 min | Point to point |
| Alpine Panorama Trail | 19.4 km | 887 m | 5 hr 31 min | Point to point |
| Jura Crest Trail | 16.8 km | 138 m | 3 hr 46 min | Point to point |
Distances follow stored route lines; ascent and time are estimates. Current access, surface and technical difficulty need separate checks. How to turn a comparison into a shortlist.
Guides around Grenchen
- Moderate Hiking Trails near Grenchen90
- Hiking Trails Under 10 km near Grenchen83
- Hiking Trails Under 5 km near Grenchen67
- Hard Hiking Trails near Grenchen53
- Hiking Trails Over 20 km near Grenchen21
- Best Mountain Hikes near Grenchen21
- Family-Friendly Hikes near Grenchen16
- Easy Hiking Trails near Grenchen16
- Best Castle Hikes near Grenchen11
- Dog-Friendly Hikes near Grenchen10
- Best Forest Hikes near Grenchen10
Frequently asked questions
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All planning articles →Choosing a route
How to choose a hike beyond the difficulty label
Compare distance, climbing, route shape and missing information to build a shortlist that fits your day.
Read article →Understanding the map
Read an elevation profile without misreading the climb
Understand total ascent, net height change, profile scale and the section breakdown on each mapped route.
Read article →Planning your day
Build a hiking time plan with room for your own pace
Separate moving time, climbing allowance and stops, then explore how changing your assumptions changes the plan.
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