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This magnifi cent mountain bike ride takes you up to the panoramic ridge high above Vollèges and its three passes: Col du Lein, Col du Tronc and Col des Planches. The route goes through alpine pastures and larch forests, revealing glorious views of diff erent valleys. Along the way you can taste local products at small farm restaurants, visit disused mines, see traditional wooden barns and chalets plus, if you’re lucky, spot marmots.

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medium, S0

distance

26.1 km

durée

3:25 h

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Vollèges (844 m)

Destination

Vollèges (844 m)

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Breathtaking panoramic views of Mont Blanc, mysterious wild gorges, the spectacular Emosson Valley with its dams and dinosaur footprints, the Trient Glacier and the Glacier Des Grands, historic villages as well as a welcoming population. By taking the biking routes of the Trient Valley, you will be amazed and delighted by the att ractive features of this atypical area.

Trient�Valley�Tour�

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diffi cult, S3

distance

52.4 km

durée

7 h

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2,377 m

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Vernayaz (453 m)

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Vernayaz (453 m)


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It is a mix of all kinds of terrains: tarmac, dirt roads and paths. You leave Crans-Montana and cross the lower part of the ski area before you arrive at the Courtavey mountain pasture.

Courtavey�Bike�

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di�culté

easy, S0

distance

12.4 km

durée

1:50 h

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479 m dénivelé -

479 m

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Lake Moubra (1,425 m)

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This 25 km mountain bike route gives you the chance to visit the legend-ary Hôtel Weisshorn and to follow the Planets Trail. The view from on high is worth the trip in itself.

Val�d’AnniviersBike�Planet�Tour�

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di�culté

diffi cult, S2

distance

24.7 km

durée

4 h

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815 m dénivelé -

815 m

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St-Luc (1,629 m)

Destination

St-Luc (1,629 m)


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This route leads you across the alpine pastures above the resort of Anzère, off ering exceptional panoramic views of the most beautiful peaks in Valais.

Alpage�Tour�

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medium, S1

distance

16.1 km

durée

2:41 h

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298 m dénivelé -

810 m

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Anzère (2,061 m)

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Anzère (1,549 m)


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Starting in Anzère, the Chamossaire Tour passes through the Gô pastures before leading into the valley of the Combe d’Arbaz, study site in winter for Switzerland’s national Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research (SLF). The descent continues along an unsurfaced road towards Arbaz. The climb back up to Anzère leads through the district of Chamossaire, which bears the name of a famous local summit.

Chamossaire�Tour�

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di�culté

medium, S1

distance

13.4 km

durée

2:03 h

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319 m dénivelé -

319 m

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Anzère (1,549 m)

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Anzère (1,549 m)


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Your trip will fi rst take you through hamlets, forests, alpine meadows, before leading you to the heart of Balavaux, with its 250 larches – each several cen-turies old – and the wild terrain of the Maretse. Next, refresh yourself at the Lake Tracouet before reaching the gondola, from which you can enjoy a breath-taking panoramic view of the Rhône valley and the Alps. You can also take the opportunity to relax at the Tracouet restaurant, before heading off on your descent, towards Haute-Nendaz.

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diffi cult, S4

distance

24.4 km

durée

4 h

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Haute-Nendaz (1,339 m)

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Leave from Haute-Nendaz to fi rst reach Siviez before joining the Cleuson dam. Built between 1946 and 1951, Cleuson can hold 20 million cubic metres of water. It is a reinforced foot-hills dam standing 87 m high and 420 m wide at its widest point. But its reputation stems above all from its bluey-green toned waters.

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di�culté

diffi cult, S3

distance

30.9 km

durée

5 h

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1,081 m

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The route starts in the centre of Champex-Lac village (1,467 m) and is followed by a slight climb on the Adray side, where you will have the benefi t of a great view of the lake. Head along the river on a path that goes down to Champex-d’en-Bas. From there, cross the bridge and go back up towards Champex-Lac, before gett ing back to the lake.

Champex�Bike�

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di�culté

medium, S2

distance

10.3 km

durée

1 h

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297 m dénivelé -

297 m

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Champex-Lac (1,467 m)

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This 48 km mountain bike circuit introduces you to the beautiful region of Crans-Montana. Physically and technically demanding, the tour off ers a vast variety of surprises: forests, bisses (irrigation channels), pastures, pine woods, vineyards, villages, lakes and several museums on the way. The itinerary off ers a very nice mix of landscapes.

Crans-MontanaBike�Marathon�

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di�culté

diffi cult, S3

distance

49.5 km

durée

8:30 h

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1,784 m

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Bikeparks�In Valais, 25 downhill mountain bike tracks in 6 bikeparks await devotees of this thrilling discipline, which is becoming ever more popular. Are you new to downhill riding or an expert? Prefer blue, red or black tracks? Into techni-cal passages or fl owing descents? Natural or artifi cial jumps? Rocks or roots? Whatever your level and your tastes, you’ll fi nd downhill tracks to suit in the 6 bikeparks of Valais. Head for Champéry-Morgins, Verbier, Crans-Montana, St-Luc, Eischoll or Bellwald to fi nd trails that are sure to give you endless pleas-ure. Just choose your destination, get on your bike and you’re in for a wild time!visitvalais�ch/bikeparks

� Bikepark�Champéry-Morgins�Opening period: from June to October

Trails: 1 blue, 7 red and 2 black

� Bikepark�Verbier�Opening period: from June to October

Trails: 2 blue, 4 red and 2 black

� Bikepark�St-Luc�Opening period: from June to October

Trails: 1 blue (2.5 km), 1 red (2.5 km) and 1 black (2.2 km)

� Bikepark�Crans-Montana�Opening period: from June to October

Trails: 1 red (3 km) and 1 black (2.5 km)

� Bikepark�Eischoll�Opening period: from May to December

Trails: 1 red (3 km)

� Bikepark�Bellwald�Opening period: from June to October

Trails: 1 blue (2 km) and 1 black (2.3 km)

Pumptracks�Throughout Switzerland, pumptracks have been experiencing a boom for some time now. And Valais is no exception with around 15 circuits. A pumptrack is a mountain-bike trail up to two metres wide consisting of dirt rollers and banked turns. These rollers are used to generate speed through rhythmical movements, so that the entire circuit can be ridden as oft en as you like with-out pedalling. If a pumptrack is built properly, advanced riders will be able to jump from roller to roller, rather than just riding over them. Pumptracks can be made from natural soil, wood, concrete or asphalt.visitvalais�ch/pumptracks

Flowtrails�With the fl owtrails of Valais, discover new sensations on mountain bike trails designed with the sole goal of having fun. An experience open to all mountain bikers, as a fl owtrail off ers an easy, fl uid descent with gentle rollers and invigor-ating banked turns, with virtually no diffi culties. You don’t put in a great eff ort pedalling and you ride on a smooth surface, without jumps or obstacles such as rocks or big roots. In short, all you have to do is let go and enjoy yourself!visitvalais�ch/fl owtrails

� Flowtrail�Leukerbad�Opening period: from June to October

Distance: 3.2 km

� Moos-Trail�Zerma� �Opening period: from June to October

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� Sunnegga-Trail�Zerma� ��Opening period: from June to October

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The starting point for the ride is the idyllic village of Champex-Lac, located at an altitude of 1,467 m. The itinerary takes you all the way to the Italian bor-der, at 2,537 m, via the villages of Issert, Praz-de-Fort and La Fouly. For a well-deserved break, stop for refreshments at the alpine farmstead of La Peule. From here, continue your climb as far as the Grand Col Ferret on the Italian-Swiss border. Once at the top, you can either continue to Courmayeur in Italy or return by the same route.

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medium, S0

distance

31.9 km

durée

7:32 h

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Grand Col Ferret (2,535 m)


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Discover a mountain biking region of unique charm! Located at the heart of the Espace Mont-Blanc, the Trient valley links the Rhône valley and Chamonix val-ley, and promises a magical adventure. You’ll enjoy superb views of Mont Blanc, as well as a chance to visit fascinating att ractions along the way – from natural gorges and the Trient glaciers to Emosson, with its dams, geological site and fossilised dinosaur footprints. This magnifi cent route beginning in Vallorcine (France) and ending in Champex-Lac (Switzerland) off ers pure biking pleasure.

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di�culté

diffi cult, S1

distance

38.3 km

durée

5:29 h

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1,462 m

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Vallorcine (1,262 m)

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Mountain�bike�in�Valais�Valais is a land of adventure par excellence, a vast playground for altitude junkies. This is where well-marked mountain-bike trails lead past rushing mountain streams and Alpine lakes or wind their way over mountainsides and through dense forests. Thanks to public transport and aerial cableways, bikers are faced with no end of possibilities when planning their tour at any level.visitvalais�ch/mountainbike

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This route from Lauchernalp to Wiler is suitable for all mountain bikers, from beginner to expert. Riders enjoy fi ne views of the Breithorn, one of the dra-matic peaks of the Lötschental. The trail passes through the traditional moun-tain village of Weissenried, with its prett y chapel, before dropping down to Ried and following the river Lonza back to Wiler.

Breithorn�Bike�

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di�culté

medium, S1

distance

9.6 km

durée

0:56 h

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77 m dénivelé -

649 m

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Lauchernalp (1,969 m)

Destination

Wiler (1,397 m)


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The Heida circuit tour is a diverse and beautiful all-mountain route on which bikers can enjoy fl owing single-trail descents.


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easy, S1

distance

18.5 km

durée

2:33 h

Ascent Descent

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726 m dénivelé -

726 m

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Staldenried (1,177 m)

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Staldenried (1,177 m)

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The route starts at the Grimsel Pass and fi nishes at Obergesteln aft er a ride of 11 km and a vertical drop of 800 metres: perfect for mountain bikers who prefer descents to climbs. For the fi rst section of the itinerary, as far as Unnerbrunnji, you follow in the footsteps of the mule drivers who for centuries transported goods between northern and southern Europe via the Grimsel pass: you are riding on trails steeped in history. The descent continues through a larch for-est until Obergesteln.

Grimsel�Bike�

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di�culté

diffi cult, S1

distance

10.4 km

durée

0:47 h

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44 m dénivelé -

854 m

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Grimselpass (2,163 m)

Destination

Obergesteln (1,353 m)

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On this route, the Matt erhorn is incredibly close. You can consistently see the north face of the Matt erhorn as the trail heads up to Schwarzsee.

Bike-Tour�Furi�–�Schwarzsee�

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diffi cult

distance

9.1 km

durée

1:05 h

Ascent Descent

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755 m dénivelé -

39 m

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Furi (1,867 m)

Destination

Schwarzsee (2,583 m)


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This bike tour reveals the fi nest views Zermatt has for mountain bikers: the Matt erhorn, lush alpine pastures, mountain forests and terrifi c trails. A dream that riders will want to relive time and again.The hardcore variant is the trail in reverse – from Zermatt up the Rothorn. And the comfortable way up: the Rothorn cable car, reaching an altitude of 3,103 m. Marmots and chamois nearby.

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di�culté

easy

distance

13.3 km

durée

2:00 h

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18 m dénivelé -

1,501 m

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Rothorn (3,103 m)

Destination

Zermatt (1,620 m)


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The Hannig circuit tour is a physically demanding route with amazing panora-mas, covering an altitude diff erence of 500 metres on the Wannehorn.


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di�culté

easy, S0

distance

7.6 km

durée

1:49 h

Ascent Descent

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514 m dénivelé -

514 m

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Hannigalp (2,120 m)

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Hannigalp (2,120 m)

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Known for its wealth of traditions and pristine natural landscapes, the Lötschental valley promises visitors a unique experience in every way. Mountain bike enthusiasts enjoy magnifi cent panoramic views and spectacular routes – such as the Bietschhorn Bike trail.

Bietschhorn�Bike�

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di�culté

medium, S1

distance

13.2 km

durée

1:45 h

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352 m dénivelé -

924 m

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Lauchernalp (1,969 m)

Destination

Wiler (1,397 m)


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The Grächen circuit tour around the village of the same name is an all-moun-tain route for families combining easy single trails and sections on wider paths and gravel roads.


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easy, S0

distance

10.6 km

durée

1:33 h

Ascent Descent

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330 m dénivelé -

330 m

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Grächen (1,619 m)

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Grächen (1,619 m)

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From Albinen, take a parallel road that goes steeply to Tschingere and St. Barbara. From Leuk, a small part of the circuit is located on the main road towards Erschmatt . At Lichten, you leave the main road and climb towards Gutt et. Aft er a 500 metre ascent, you can take a shortcut from Gutt et to Thel and climb the last hill through the forest to Albinen.

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di�culté

diffi cult, S1

distance

18.6 km

durée

3:30 h

Ascent Descent

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836 m dénivelé -

836 m

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Albinen (1,307 m)

Destination

Albinen (1,307 m)


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Before you set off , pause to enjoy the breathtaking view of the Gorner Glacier and the surrounding mountains. You don’t need to be an experienced biker to do this route. From Gornergrat, a gravel path heads to Bodmen. It goes along the Gornergrat Bahn route and then through Alpine meadows. With a bit of luck, you may see a marmot or maybe one of the cute blacknose sheep. At Bodmen, the path heads off right to the Mountain Lodge Ze Seewjinu and to the beauti-ful Grünsee. You then go via Gant and Findeln back to Sunnegga.

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di�culté

easy

distance

11.9 km

durée

1:06 h

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152 m dénivelé -

992 m

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Gornergrat (3,089 m)

Destination

Sunnegga (2,249 m)


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This route from Grächen to Matt sand is a classic enduro descent with plenty of trails and a spectacular view of the mountains surrounding the Matt ertal Valley.


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medium, S1

distance

13.7 km

durée

1:23 h

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135 m dénivelé -

641 m

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Grächen (1,619 m)

Destination

St. Niklaus (1,113 m)

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Discover the eastern side valley of Leukerbad, where the Dala stream has its source. The fi rst section of the tour leads through the forest. Aft er having passed the ditch, you cross the mountain pastures before arriving at Majingalp and Flüelap. Finally, go back to Leukerbad by the same route.

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distance

7.8 km

durée

2:00 h

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756 m dénivelé -

95 m

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Leukerbad (1,381 m)

Destination

Flüealp (2,042 m)


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Accompanied by changing but still fascinating views along with the wild waters of the Vispa or the snow-capped mountain peaks, this is the new bike trail from Zermatt to Visp. It is suitable for all bike riders who are enthusiastic about nature and really like a somewhat technically diffi cult but still a bit longer tour.

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medium

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37.4 km

durée

3:30 h

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119 m dénivelé -

1,092 m

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Zermatt (1,620 m)

Destination

Visp (647 m)


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Cast your gaze across the expanses of the Rhone Valley and enjoy the splen-did panoramic views of the 4,000-metre peaks of the Valais Alps. Making your way across a single trail, you will eventually reach Oberu and Bachalp.

Torren� rail�Bike�

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di�culté

diffi cult, S4

distance

18.2 km

durée

2:10 h

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355 m dénivelé -

1,147 m

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Leukerbad (2,309 m)

Destination

Jeizinen (1,517 m)


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The Gspon-Brig tour is a varied gem of an enduro trail with views of the Bernese and Valais Alps as well as a sweeping descent over an exhilarating 1,500 metres in altitude diff erence.


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di�culté

medium, S2

distance

24.1 km

durée

2:46 h

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412 m dénivelé -

1,632 m

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Gspon (1,892 m)

Destination

Brig (672 m)

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A downhill-heavy enduro highlight that will thrill even the most demanding bikers. Pure fun on a trail covering over 1,100 metres in altitude diff erence.


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di�culté

diffi cult, S2

distance

12.8 km

durée

0:58 h

Ascent Descent

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57 m dénivelé -

1,238 m

Start

Moosalp (2,047 m)

Destination

Kalpetran (866 m)

The Valais Panorama Bike route leads from Sion to Visp, off ering a range of incredibly contrasting views: the route traverses vineyards and climbs moun-tain slopes to ski resorts. Then it alternates between major tourist destinations and tiny, tranquil mountain villages. In between you will discover picturesque alpine meadows, cool mountain streams and idyllic trails. The route can be easily combined with the Valais Alpine Bike route.

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di�culté

diffi cult, S4

distance

134.1 km

durée

20 h

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5,078 m

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Sion (487 m)

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Visp (650 m)

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An impressive circuit tour through Alpine pastures, larch forests and moun-tain villages, with tough climbs, fl owing descents and an amazing view of the surrounding 4,000-metre peaks.


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di�culté

easy, S0

distance

48.4 km

durée

7:26 h

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Bürchen (1,433 m)

The Valais Alpine Bike (route No. 43) starts in Verbier and ends in Chandolin. The route is characterised by typical Valais mountain villages, perched high above the valley fl oor or in deep side valleys. Parts of the route coincide with the legendary “Grand Raid” bike race from Verbier to Grimentz. This bike mar-athon is not only the oldest and one of the most impressive bike races in the Alps, but also indisputably one of the most prestigious. Route No. 43 can be easily combined with the Valais Panorama Bike (route No. 88).

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143 km

durée

20 h

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5,060 m

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Verbier (1,500 m)

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Chandolin (1,989 m)

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An enduro highlight spanning 1,200 metres in altitude diff erence between Eischoll and Gampel-Steg, off ering fi rst-class single trails and breathtaking views of the surrounding mountain landscape.


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distance

14.8 km

durée

1:50 h

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Eischoll (1,208 m)

Destination

Gampel-Steg (631 m)

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Featuring a varied descent spanning roughly 1,200 metres in altitude diff er-ence, the tour from Giw to Visp is a real enduro highlight of the Valais Alps.


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12.2 km

durée

0:48 h

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Giw (1,962 m)

Destination

Visp (647 m)

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This very demanding route, signposted for the Mountain Bike World Championships in 1988, will test your fi tness, while you enjoy the excep-tional natural environment of Aminona.

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18.4 km

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Aminona (1,513 m)

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Aminona (1,513 m)


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This 23 km mountain bike circuit introduces you to the villages located on the Crans-Montana hillsides and their various features. The highlights include the programme: the Château de Venthône, Lens church and the Christ-Roi statue. The itinerary proposes a gentle approach to the villages and their surround-ings, at your own pace.

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23 km

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3:30 h

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Typical�restaurants�At the “Saveurs du Valais” (Flavours of Valais) restaurants, you can try seasonal local food and sample Valais specialities made from traditional recipes. Fancy a traditional raclett e, a fondue, an “assiett e valaisanne” (platt er of dried meat) or some asparagus? At restaurants bearing the “Saveurs du Valais” label, you can try Valais specialities and enjoy outstanding Valais wines. There are other dishes to choose from too, depending on the valley and region. Discover an amazing range of delicious cheese and meat specialities and indulge in a des-sert featuring Valais apricots and Williams pears. For the perfect fi nish to your meal, you can choose from two Valais AOP spirits: Abricotine and Williamine.visitvalais�ch/restaurants-fl avoursofvalais

Bike�transport�Nothing could be easier than travelling by public transport in Valais. Thanks to more than 100 cableways (cable cars, chairlift s and funiculars) and count-less bus and train routes, cyclists and mountain bikers have an infi nite choice of possibilities for planning their outings and accessing the most beautiful spots in Valais.visitvalais�ch/bike-mobility

Mountain�bike�events�With its vast choice of superb itineraries, Valais is the ideal location for host-ing mountain bike events. Competitions, festivals and charity events take place throughout the season. During these gatherings, participants and spectators alike enjoy unique and memorable experiences in a festive atmosphere. Whether you want to ride, watch or off er support, here are the events you shouldn’t miss.visitvalais�ch/mountain-bike-events�

Event�Highlights�

Traillove�Festival�Zermatt September

iXS�SwissDownhill�CupBellwaldOctober

Raid�Evolénard�EvolèneJune

Pass’�Portes�Portes du Soleil (CH/FR)June

Enduro�Rockthe�BessoZinalJuly

Verbier�E-Bike�FestivalVerbierAugust

Grand�Raid�BCVsVerbier, Grimentz August

Bike�&Sound�FestivalEnduro�du�Val�d’IlliezChampéryAugust

Information�for�your�stay�Bike�off ers�Discover our bike off ers: visitvalais�ch/bike-off ers

Bike-Hotels� �Suitable accommodation is the basis of perfect holidays for cycling and moun-tain bike fans. Hotels close to the loveliest trails, including services such as laundry, a safe place to store your bike, along with a workshop and repairs facil-ity. And naturally a good healthy breakfast, information you can rely on and suitable maps are a bonus too! Some hotels off er guided tours along the best paths – and even possible luggage transport from place to place on request.visitvalais�ch/bike-hotels

Bike�rental�Exploring Valais by road bike or mountain bike is a thrilling experience. To be sure to have a bike appropriate for the diff erent kinds of terrain and surface you are likely to encounter in Valais, do not hesitate to rent. Diff erent types and models are available to meet your needs; you will enjoy top-class service as well as high-quality equipment. Find the road bike, e-bike, fatbike or moun-tain bike to suit you at one of the many sports shops in Valais.visitvalais�ch/bike-rental

Bike�guidesWhether as an individual or in a group, whether novice or expert, benefi t from the expertise of local cycling tour guides and schools. They’ll reveal the best insider secrets of the local cycling scene. They’ll help you improve your riding style. And they’ll show you the most interesting places in Valais. Local cycling tour guides make the perfect companions.visitvalais�ch/bike-guides

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