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| Experience | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 0-2 yrs | CHF 77'182 |
| 3-5 yrs | CHF 65'000 |
| 9-11 yrs | CHF 61'000 |
| 12-21 yrs | CHF 67'700 |
| 21+ yrs | CHF 120'000 |
You lead guests on challenging Mountainbike tours through the Alps

01 · Overview
Mountainbike Guides plan and lead tours for guests. You ensure safety and teach riding techniques outdoors
As a Mountainbike Guide, MTB Guide, you experience nature from the saddle. You plan tours, calculate costs, and lead groups through rough terrain. You teach riding techniques, watch safety, and create an unforgettable adventure. The job combines your passion with responsibility. It demands physical and mental focus.
02 · Salary
| Experience | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 0-2 yrs | CHF 77'182 |
| 3-5 yrs | CHF 65'000 |
| 9-11 yrs | CHF 61'000 |
| 12-21 yrs | CHF 67'700 |
| 21+ yrs | CHF 120'000 |
| Period | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 2014-2016 | CHF 80'000 |
| 2017-2019 | CHF 78'000 |
| 2020-2022 | CHF 79'650 |
| 2023-2025 | CHF 60'000 |
| Industry | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Health care / Social services | CHF 76'364 | 23 |
03 · Pathway
Training happens through specialized courses by Swiss Cycling. They are split into theory modules and practical exams.
Swiss Cycling MTB Guide
Career changes are often possible. You need solid riding skills and some guiding experience.
04 · Skills & fit
05 · Daily reality
You stand at the start point of the route. You check the group's gear before you begin. On the trail, you explain technical riding tips. You adjust the pace to individual needs.
You work mainly outdoors on alpine trails, in forests, and on mountain passes. Depending on your employer, you move between tourist centers and remote nature areas.
06 · Similar