Mountain bike tours

E-Bike Parcours 20 : Morgins - Châtel

Morgins

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This blue loop straddles the Franco-Swiss border, is a cool route for a hot day, as it passes by several pristine alpine lakes between the villages of Morgins (CH) et Châtel (FR).

Difficulty

Easy

Length

18.2 km

Duration

2:30 h

Description

Starting from Morgins, you’ll pedal over the border to Châtel—a neighbouring resort in France—skimming the shores of the Lac de Morgins and the Lac de Vonnes on the way. From there, the trail climbs to Lac de la Mouille and Lac de Conche, in the Super-Châtel area. Heading home, you’ll cross the border once again, climbing over the Col des Portes de Culet pass before descending back to Morgins.

Turn-by-turn directions

Start

Morgins lake (1370m) (1370m)

Destination

Morgins lake (1370m) (1370m)

Technical information

Altitude

1788m

1216m

Ascent

+618m

Descent

-618m

Stamina

Experience

Landscape

Best time of the year

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

Tags

  • Enduro
  • Fauna
  • Round trip
  • Refreshment stops available
  • Flora
Getting there
Information

Parking

A small, free car park is available on the shores of Lac de Morgins, along the road after customs and just before crossing the border.  

Equipment

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

Safety information

Use marked bike trails and routes only, making sure you observe all signposting. Kindly close gates after passing through. Please be considerate to walkers, as well as to plants and animals. As a rule, walkers have priority. When planning, take into account participants’ fitness level and ability. All riding is at one’s own risk. Preparing for mountain bike outings  

Source

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