Cycling routes

Vineyard Trail from Martigny to Sion (stage 1)

Walliser Weinberge entlang dem Weinweg

Martigny

10/21°

The Wine Trail, which was inaugurated in 2007, is the best way to discover Valais and its vineyards. Have a break in a winery and taste typical Valais wines. 

Difficulty

Intermediate

Length

39.73 km

Duration

3:00 h
Walliser Weinberge entlang dem Weinweg
Sicht auf die Weinberge in Saillon
Distillerie Morand
Burg La Bâtiaz
Thermalbad in Saillon

Description

An energetic up and down on a steep sun-kissed southern slope, through well-tended vineyards, small wine villages and historic spots such as Saillon with the mini-vineyard of forger Farinet, and Chamoson, with its octagonal tower of St-Pierre-de-Clages.

Turn-by-turn directions

The wine trail leads through the Valais vineyards from Martigny to Sion. The 39-kilometre bike trail winds gently up and down through this area, passing through carefully cultivated vineyards, historic locations and small wine-producing villages that offer wine tasting. Wines can be tasted without appointment at many points along the route. This unique bike trail is the perfect way to discover the Valais region and its vineyards.

Start

Martigny (train station) (468m)

Destination

Sion (train station) (484m)

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Author's recommendation

The Fol'terres wine shop at the eastern part of Fully offers a vaste choice of more than 60 wineries in Valais. Savour with your eyes and taste the subtlety of the aromas of wines and regional products. 

Technical information

Altitude

662m

457m

Ascent

+484m

Descent

-456m

Technique

Stamina

Experience

Landscape

Best time of the year

  • Jan
  • Feb
  • Mar
  • Apr
  • May
  • Jun
  • Jul
  • Aug
  • Sep
  • Oct
  • Nov
  • Dec

Tags

  • Linear route
  • Scenic
  • Insider tip
  • Refreshment stops available
  • Family-friendly
  • Cultural/historical interest
Getting there
Information

Public transport

Arrive in Martigny by train from all Swiss towns and cities (SBB) or by the regional trains Railway Mont-Blanc & St-Bernard Express.

Approach

From the A9 motorway from Lausanne or Sierre, take the Martigny-Fully exit (number 21), or the cantonal road. Routes that are open all year round: the Forclaz pass, the Great Saint Bernard tunnel, the Simplon pass. Passes that are open only during summer: Great St Bernard, Nufenen, Grimsel, Furka

Parking

Follow the car-park routeing in Martigny.

Equipment

We recommend: bike in excellent working order, helmet, gloves and bell, clothing suitable for the weather (always carry a waterproof), food and drink.

Safety information

Strictly respect the Swiss traffic rules. Please note that you are running the tour at your own risk and all liability is refused. Please be considerate to plants and animals. For your own safety, wear an helmet every time you ride a bike. Emergency numbers: 144 Ambulance / 117 Police / 1414 Helicopter Rescue (Rega).

Additional information

More information: 

 View this tour on SwitzerlandMobility:

N°72 Chemin du Vignoble

Literature

Broschüre Walliser Weine

Maps

SwissTopo Maps 1:25'000: 1325 Sembrancher / 1305 Dent de Morcles / 1306 Sion

Source

This activity is brought to you by Valais/Wallis Promotion