Whether it's your first time or you're already a seasoned pro – we guarantee you: A day in the bike park is a memory for life! Here you get the opportunity to push yourself and your mountain bike to the limit, explore new boundaries, refine your riding technique, and fuel up on adrenaline until you drop. But you can also take it easy, enjoy the flow on a less demanding trail, and gradually work your way up in difficulty to the black descent. To help you find the exact kick you've been missing this summer, we've asked around the editorial team and present to you the favorite mountain bike locations of the BMO team.
There are now many bike parks in Germany that differ significantly in size, trail offerings, and technical riding demands. Here you will find lots of practical information about our "Top 8 Bike Parks." We have the opening hours, prices, and directions (also by bus and train!) for you, and you will also find the offer of rental mountain bikes and riding courses here.
A bike park is not only the perfect testing ground for your skills! Since many parks offer bike rentals, you have the opportunity to test different MTBs there. Maybe you also want to try out what an eMTB can do? Electric mountain bikes can also be rented directly on-site in many bike parks!
Bikepark Hahnenklee – the bike park in Germany at the top, between Hanover and Leipzig
The northernmost bike park in Germany is located in the Harz between Leipzig and Hanover – perfect for all northerners! With its eight different trails, it offers plenty of opportunities for both beginners and absolute pros. In this bike park, you can take the lift up and focus entirely on DH, but you can also exhaust yourself on the uphill trails.
All information about Bikepark Hahnenklee:
- Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Ticket prices: Both day, time, and single ride tickets are offered for the bike park. A day ticket for children on weekends costs 23.90 euros, for adults 32.90 euros. Lift rides cost extra. During the week, ticket prices are cheaper.
- Number of trails: 8
- Trail overview: Flowtrail, 2 Jumplines, 2 Singletrails, Roots, 3x Downhill/Enduro, Uphill E-Bike/Enduro/XC
- Difficulty level of the trails: In Bikepark Hahnenklee, you have various trails available from easy to difficult.
- Gravity Card participation: no
- Rental bikes & equipment: Bikes and protectors can be rented on-site, early online reservation recommended
- Riding technique courses: Yes, individual coaching also possible
- Special notes : Under 18, a full-face helmet is mandatory throughout the park; otherwise, a strong recommendation for a full-face helmet applies. There are guided tours in and around the bike park (please book in advance).
- Address: Rathausstraße 6, 38644 Goslar
- Directions: The Bikepark Hahnenklee is located near Goslar between Hanover and Leipzig. You can reach it by car via the A7, A36, or A38 highways. The train station in Goslar is about 9 km away. Parking for campers is available.
Contact & Info: Bikepark Hahnenklee
Off to the horizontal – Germany's northernmost bike park near Goslar makes it possible! Photo: Stephan Peters
Bikepark Winterberg – The most famous bike park in Germany
The Bikepark Winterberg is a staple in Germany's mountain biking and freeride scene, and in 2024 it was relaunched as "The Mother." Located in the middle of the Sauerland, the mother of all bike parks offers a total of 16 trails on various mountains. It was not only one of the first major bike parks in Germany, but it is also one of the most popular MTB parks, attracting mountain bikers from all over the world – not least because of the iXS Dirt Masters Festival, which annually draws about 35,000 visitors to Winterberg. In the Bikepark Winterberg, both beginners and professionals can enjoy different disciplines. The park offers various trails for enduro riders, downhillers, slopestylers, and dirt jumpers. The extensive range of rental bikes also allows beginners without their own equipment to get a taste of the MTB sport.
All information about Bikepark Winterberg:
- Opening hours: From April to November, the bike trails are open from 9:30 AM to 5:25 PM.
- Ticket prices: Various tickets are available for children, teenagers, and adults. In addition to half-day and day tickets, there are also multi-day or season tickets. You pay 17.00 euros for a children's morning ticket and 43.00 euros for an adult day ticket. All prices at a glance
- Number of trails: 16
- Trail overview: Beginner & Kids Parcour (easy), Kyrhill (easy), Slopestyle (medium), Woodpecker (medium), Jump Line (hard), Schwalbe Loose Lee (medium), North Shore (medium), Commencal Freeride (medium), iXS Downhill (hard), Black Line (hard), Sram Flow Country (easy), Schneewittchen Trail (easy), Fairy Trail (easy); Forrest Stump (medium), Rocky Waldboa (medium), Shreddy Mörphy (medium)
- Difficulty level of the trails : In the Bikepark Winterberg, you will find numerous trails with varying levels of difficulty. From easy, to medium, to difficult trails, you will get your money's worth here.
- Gravity Card Participation: yes
- Rental Bikes & Equipment: In the Bikepark Winterberg, mountain bikes of different categories can be rented, but they must be reserved online in advance, and the reservation is binding. Equipment of all kinds is also available but can only be rented in conjunction with a bike.
- Riding Technique Courses: Yes
- Special Notes: Full-face helmet requirement throughout the park
- Address: Kapperundweg 3, 59955 Winterberg
- Directions: Winterberg is located in the middle of the Sauerland. You can reach the Bikepark by car via various highways, but you will have to drive on country roads for the last 30 - 60 minutes. By train, you can travel to the center of Winterberg. From there, it is a 10-15 minute bike ride to the Bikepark.
Contact & Info: Bikepark Winterberg
Gravity? Not in the Bikepark! Photo: Stephan Peters
Greenhill Bikepark – Canadian Flair in the Sauerland
The Greenhill Bikepark, opened in 2022, is a true phenomenon, as the first groundbreaking in the Sauerland took place only 4 months before the opening. The goal of manager Felix Saller was not only to create a bike park in record time but also to do many things differently than in existing parks. His idea of a Canadian bike park dream in the middle of the Sauerland was then realized by a construction team from Whistler, Canada. A total of 14 trails with varying levels of difficulty await you. They are all united by their Canadian flair, plenty of flow, and top-notch riding fun. For advanced riders and professionals, the various jump lines with some impressive jumps are certainly a highlight. In general, the trails in the Greenhill Bikepark are built so that you can gradually approach more challenging obstacles.
All information about the Greenhill Bikepark:
- Opening Hours: The Greenhill Bikepark is not open daily. The park is open on Thursdays from 3 PM to 7 PM, Fridays from 11 AM to 7 PM, and Saturdays and Sundays from 10 AM to 7 PM. Exact opening hours can be found online.
- Ticket Prices: There are day tickets, morning and afternoon tickets, as well as season tickets and multi-day tickets. Children's tickets are cheaper than tickets for adults. A dynamic pricing system applies, the earlier you book your ticket, the cheaper it is.
- Number of Trails: There is an extensive network of trails where the individual trails merge into each other
- Trail Overview : Moose Cruise (very easy), Save Wimmons (easy), Jonas & Pablo (easy), Thin Air (easy), Canadian Tuxedo (medium), Bike&Blow (medium), Time Shift (medium), Bounce & Blow (medium), Jukebox (medium), Groomer (hard), Think Bold (hard), Mile High Club (hard), Mammut (hard)
- Difficulty level of the trails: From very easy to hard with big jumps; at Greenhill Bikepark you can start at any level.
- Gravity Card participation: no
- Rental bikes & equipment: At Greenhill Bikepark you can rent Rocky Mountain and Title Bikes and also get the appropriate protective gear.
- Riding technique courses: Yes
- Special notes: Full-face helmets are recommended but not mandatory (except for courses). Discounted tickets without lift use are available for e-bikers.
- Address: Gellinghausen 42, 57392 Schmallenberg
- Directions: You can reach Greenhill Bikepark from the Ruhr area via the A46 to Meschede. Coming from Frankfurt, the A45 to Olpe is suitable. By train, you can only reach Greenhill Bikepark via detours.
Contact & Info: Greenhill Bikepark
Why not make the bike park unsafe as a family outing? Photo: Stephan Peters
MTB Zone Bikepark Willingen – the former DH World Cup host accelerates
The MTB Zone Bikepark Willingen in the Sauerland has been around for a very long time, and in the early 2000s, a Downhill World Cup was even held here, with riders like Gee Atherton at the start. A few years ago, money was invested massively in an update of the Willingen Bikepark, with German bike park planner Diddie Schneider planning various new trails in the Ettelsberg. Today, a total of eight different routes with varying difficulty levels are available to you. You can get up the mountain with a gondola or a comfortable chairlift.
All information about Bikepark Willingen:
- Opening hours: Depending on the weather, the bike park is open from April to November. On weekends and public holidays, the lifts run from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. From Monday to Friday, the lifts run from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasionally, there are after-work rides with extended opening hours.
- Ticket prices: Time cards, day tickets, multi-day tickets, family tickets, season tickets, and point cards are available. Lift prices include trail use. A day ticket for adults costs 42.00 euros. For children, a day ticket costs 28.50 euros.
- Number of trails: 11
- Trail overview (selection): Flow Country Trail (easy), Flow Trail (easy), Freeride Trail (medium), Downhill (hard), Jump Line (medium), Pumptrack (easy), Pumptrail (easy), Enduro Trail (hard), Practice course (easy)
- Difficulty level of the trails : In the MTB Zone Bikepark Willingen, you will find easy, medium, and difficult trails. Especially the downhill trail with big jumps and steep sections including road gaps is quite challenging.
- Gravity Card Participation: yes
- Rental Bikes & Equipment: At the K1 Rental Shop, you can rent bikes of all categories and the appropriate equipment, you should definitely reserve in advance. The shop is located directly at the lift and parking lot.
- Riding Technique Courses: Yes
- Address: Ruthenaar 3, 34508 Willingen (Upland)
- Directions: You can reach Willingen by car via the A46 to Olsberg or the A44 to Diemelstadt. Willingen also has its own train station, which is located in close proximity to the bike park.
Contact & Info: Bikepark Willingen
Prime example of a "rocky descent" in the bike park. Photo: Stephan Peters
Adventure Bikepark Bad Wildbad – Downhill Tradition and Bike Park Fun
In the Bikepark Bad Wildbad, the action has been going on for many years, offering one of the toughest German downhill tracks that many downhill riders know and love. The German downhill championships have been held in Bad Wildbad several times because the track is really challenging and is only suitable for experienced riders. In addition to the downhill track, there are five other trails with varying degrees of difficulty available.
All information about Adventure Bikepark Bad Wildbad:
- Opening Hours: From April to October on weekends and public holidays, during the Württemberg holidays from Wednesday to Sunday from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM and on Saturday & Sunday from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Ticket Prices: Tickets must be booked online in advance, a children's day ticket costs 30.00 euros. Adults pay 36.00 euros for a day ticket. Half-day and weekend tickets are also available.
- Number of Trails: 6
- Trail Overview: Wackenhut Star Trail (medium), Rock Solid Freeride (medium), Epic Downhill (very difficult), Cratoni Kids Area (easy), Adventure Enduro Trail (difficult), One Family Fun Trail (easy)
- Difficulty Level of Trails: From extremely difficult to easy beginner trails, you will find different descents in Bad Wildbad.
- Gravity Card Participation: no
- Rental Bikes & Equipment: Rental bikes and equipment can be rented on-site. Booking is also done online via the website, you can book tickets and equipment as a package.
- Riding Technique Courses: Yes, also courses just for women or children's courses
- Special Notes: Full-face helmet and back and knee protectors are mandatory throughout the bike park.
- Address: Paulinenstr. 39a, 75323 Bad Wildbad
- Directions : The park is near Stuttgart, you can reach the Bikepark Bad Wildbad by car via the A5, A8, or A81. The train station in Bad Wildbad is in close proximity to the bike park.
Contact & Info: Adventure Bikepark Bad Wildbad
In Germany's bike parks, you can experience world-class downhill feeling! Photo: Bartek Wolinski / Red Bull Content Pool
Bikepark Albstadt – UCI XCO World Cup Venue
At the latest since the Bikepark Albstadt was a venue for a UCI MTB XCO World Cup race, this park has been known to most German mountain bikers. However, it not only offers potential for exciting cross-country races but also plenty of fun for beginners and pros with lots of suspension travel. A total of six trails await you, where you can hone your skills. The atmosphere also offers everything needed for a relaxed bike park day. In the Chillout Area, you can take a break, meet like-minded people, and stock up on snacks.
All information about Bikepark Albstadt:
- Opening hours: March to October; Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday (only June – Sept.) and bridge days: 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Ticket prices: There are day tickets and point cards for adults and children. The day ticket for children costs 24.00 euros, for adults 28.00 euros, you can also purchase 11 day tickets for the price of 10
- Number of trails: 6
- Trail overview: Mini Downhill (medium), Loam Line (medium), Nordschleife (medium), Castle Trail (medium), Eight Ball (hard), Flow Line (easy)
- Difficulty level of the trails: The six different trails vary in difficulty. You can gradually work your way up and try more challenging trails.
- Gravity Card participation: no
- Rental bikes & equipment: You can rent a suitable bike and appropriate equipment on-site, reservation recommended
- Riding technique courses: Yes
- Special notes: Full-face helmet and protectors are mandatory throughout the bike park.
- Address: Melbernsteigstraße 43, 72461 Albstadt-Tailfingen
- Directions: Albstadt is located south below Stuttgart and is easily accessible by car via the A81. The train station is only about 7 km from the bike park.
Contact & Info: Bikepark Albstadt
Especially in autumn, you often encounter dreamlike conditions in the bike park!
Bikepark Samerberg – Bikepark Fun in the Munich Area
For all bike park fans in southern Germany, Samerberg is the perfect opportunity to enjoy plenty of mountain biking action. It is located about 45 minutes from Munich and 60 minutes from Salzburg, making it extremely accessible. The main track available offers a lot of variety with different variants and obstacles and is equally suitable for beginners and professionals.
All information about Bikepark Samerberg:
- Opening hours: daily 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Ticket prices: At Bikepark Samerberg, you need to buy two tickets to experience the full riding fun. On one hand, you need a ticket for the bike park, and on the other, one for the Hochriesbahn. A bike park day ticket costs 22.00 euros for adults and 15.00 euros for children. Half-day tickets and season tickets are also available. For the lift, you can buy a 10-ride ticket for 22.00 euros or a 5-ride ticket for 14.00 euros.
- Number of tracks: 1 (with some side tracks)
- Track overview: Bikepark Samerberg offers you a main descent, which is completed by various single trails and Northshore elements. The main track is easy to ride and also suitable for beginners and children. With many curves, tables, waves, and wallrides, the track swings through the forests. It also offers plenty of fun for advanced riders, especially since challenging obstacles can be specifically approached.
- Difficulty level of the tracks: easy to difficult
- Gravity Card participation: no
- Rental bikes & equipment: There are enduros, freeride bikes, and "bike park bikes", and you can also rent e-bikes at Bikepark Samerberg. Additionally, you will be provided with safety equipment, such as protectors and a full-face helmet. Bikes and protective gear are also available for young bikers to rent – and even significantly cheaper than the adult versions. Prior online reservation is recommended.
- Riding technique courses: Yes
- Special notes: Bike park and lift tickets must be purchased separately.
- Address: Hochriesstraße 80 b, 83122 Samerberg
- Directions: Bikepark Samerberg is located midway between Munich and Salzburg. You can optimally reach it by car via the A93 or A8. By train, you can travel to Rosenheim, from where it is about 20 km to the entrance.
Contact & Info: Bikepark Samerberg
Bikepark Oberammergau – MTB Action near Garmisch-Partenkirchen in Southern Germany
The Bikepark in Oberammergau offers enough challenge for every riding level , but it has a special place in its heart for rookies – beginners, that is. Although it is located on the edge of the mighty Alps, it offers easy trails where beginners and those returning to the sport can warm up. There is also a special rookie course for beginners and children. Various DH tracks provide experienced bikers with airtime and adrenaline, but it can also be laid-back: An absolute highlight is the two-kilometer-long flow trail with little gradient, offering you relaxed ("flowy") trail riding at its best. The ascent with a drag lift might take some getting used to, but don't worry – the lift staff is geared towards beginners and will help you learn how to use the lift.
All information about the Bikepark Oberammergau:
- Opening hours: The opening hours vary, during the week there is usually only an "evening shift" from 2 PM to 8 PM, on weekends and holidays it is open from 10 AM to 5:30 PM. Therefore, you should check the opening hours directly before your visit.
- Ticket prices: Entry to the bike park is free, but you must purchase a lift ticket. Day, multi-day, season, and time tickets are available. A day ticket for adults costs 30.00 euros. A children's day ticket costs 23.00 euros. The region's tourism bonus offer, the "Königscard," includes a 4-hour ticket per week.
- Number of trails: 7
- Trail overview: Flow Trail (easy), Wurzel Sepp (medium), Switch Backer (hard), Kleiner Hobbit (medium), Jump Line (medium), Fichtenschreck (hard) + Rookie course
- Difficulty level of the trails: Different difficulty levels from easy to hard
- Gravity Card participation: no
- Rental bikes & equipment: Suitable protective gear and bikes can be rented from the bike park partner.
- Riding technique courses: Yes
- Special notes: Helmets are mandatory in the bike park, protectors are recommended. There is a great range of family activities, such as family days with children's courses – while the kids are occupied, parents can "ride like adults" through the bike park.
- Address: Kreislainenweg, 82487 Oberammergau
- Directions: The Bikepark Oberammergau is located in southern Germany, slightly above Garmisch-Partenkirchen, and is easily accessible via the A95 motorway. The train stops directly in the town.
Contact & Info: Bikepark Oberammergau
Note on the opening hours of the bike parks
Most of our bike parks are open from April to early November. You should definitely click on the park's homepage and check the exact opening hours before your visit! Some of the bike parks close in bad weather, others are open in all weather conditions. During the research for this article, for example, a bike park was only partially usable because the lift was undergoing its annual maintenance. Since events also take place in bike parks, it may be that as a visitor you can watch the professionals on such days, but your own bike would have to stay in the trunk. Especially if you want to rent equipment, you should reserve it online in advance.
BMO wishes you a good flight!
Is it time for you and your bike to defy gravity and take off in style? Now you have enough information to plan a day of Quality Time at a bike park somewhere near you in Germany, we wish you break a leg and have lots of fun! If you need more inspiration, it's worth checking back here regularly, as we have more bike park and MTB articles and an overview map for you in the blog! And of course, MTBs, eMTBs, protectors, helmets, and clothing in the shop!
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