MTB Miederer Berg

Miederer Berg is one of the classic home mountains in the Stubaital valley. The tour from the Serlesbahnen in Mieders leads up to the Miederer Berg plateau on well-maintained forest roads, offering a free view of the Stubaital, Serles, and – if the weather is clear – even into the Inntal valley. A tour that should not be missing from the Stubai biker’s repertoire.

Why this tour?

Mieders is one of the sunniest villages in the Stubaital and the starting point for a handful of nice bike tours. The Serlesbahnen offer a well-equipped starting point with a parking lot, sanitary facilities, and a café for refreshments before or after the tour. The Miederer Berg itself is not a alpine summit, but a wooded plateau with an alpine character – this makes the tour accessible and yet exciting.

With 716 meters of elevation gain on a good 8 kilometers, the average gradient is in the moderate range, with some steeper sections in between. Regular bikers can manage the ascent in under two hours. With an E-Bike, even hobby cyclists can tackle the ascent with ease.

Route description

Start at Serlesbahnen Mieders (around 870 m): The Serlesbahn valley station is located on the town outskirts of Mieders. From the parking lot, follow the signposted forest road northwest up the hill – the first 500 meters on asphalt, then gravel.

Lower Forest Area (around km 1-4): The forest road rises steadily through coniferous forest. The way is broad and easily passable. Occasionally, glimpses of Mieders and the valley below open up.

Steeper Middle Section (around km 4-6): Here, the road becomes noticeably steeper. A short section with up to 15% gradient demands the quadriceps – bikers with a bit of muscle power will shift into a smaller gear. E-Bikers briefly increase their support.

Miederer Berg Plateau (around km 7-8, around 1,580 m): The plateau opens up. Alpine meadows, larches, and – depending on the season – alpenroses define the landscape. A resting place with benches invites you to take a break. The view of the Serles from here is particularly impressive.

Descent (around km 8-16.2): The same route back to Mieders. The descent on the broad forest road is fun, but requires concentration in the curves. Loose gravel and wet sections after rain are possible.

Break opportunities

Requirements

• Condition: Medium – regular bikers manage it without problems; beginners need to take breaks
• Technique: No obstacles, broad forest road throughout
• Bicycle: Mountain bike or E-Bike; Trekking bike at the limit
• Equipment: Helmet, gloves, windbreaker for the descent, at least 1.5 liters of water

Practical tips

• Parking: Free parking at the Serlesbahnen
• Timing: Morning starts – afternoons may see summer storms
• Combination: Those who want can combine the tour with a ride on the Serlesbahn (bike transport with fee to be checked)
• Dogs: Leash in the alpine meadows above; water source halfway through the route available

The Miederer Berg is a reliable classic – not spectacular, but solidly nice and with a mountain hut that you deserve to stop at on the way up.