Mountain bike tours

Miriouges Gravel

Gravel
Closed

Set off on a gravel loop around Crans-Montana and Lens. Starting at Lake Moubra, this route between forests and villages passes near several mountain lakes.

Difficulty

Easy

Length

15.34 km

Duration

1:20 h

Description

This gravel loop starting from Lake Moubra, crisscrosses between lakesr, forests and mountain villages. The first kilometres follow Lake Moubra and Lake Grenon, then traverse Crans towards the west. Toward Vernasses, the tree-lined road offers clear views over the west of the Rhône valley. The descent leads to the village of Lens via small local roads, with Lake Louché and the silhouette of Christ the King on Châtelard hill as a backdrop. The next ascent skirts Chermignon, reaches Lake Miriouges then the Moubra forest and the shore of the eponymous lake. There are several restaurants and other places suitable for a break along the route, such as picnic areas.

Turn-by-turn directions

This loop starting from Lake Moubra begins on the road and climbs to the center of the resort. The route passes in front of Lake Grenon and its famous CRANS MONTANA letters and continues westward to the outskirts of the resort before taking small local roads and gradually descending towards Vernasses, above the top of Icogne.

Beyond Vernasses, the road heads south and loses altitude through a succession of paths and small roads leading to Lens. The arrival in the village is from the west of Lake Louché; the route runs along the shore and crosses the typical smaloverlooks the Châtelard hill and serves as a visual axis on this section.

From Lens, the climb heads towards Chermignon via a regular connection between meadows and forest edges. The route then veers northeast, reaches Lake Miriouges and follows the forest trails of Moubra. This continuous, shady section naturally returns to the starting point on the shore of Moubra.

Start

Moubra parking, near Lake Moubra (1,424 m). (1425m)

Destination

Moubra parking, near Lake Moubra (1,424 m). (1425m)

Author's recommendation

Take a break at a restaurant or the art center in Lens, at a picnic area (covered at Scie, Miriouges), or at the Moubra.

Technical information

Altitude

1503m

1130m

Ascent

+375m

Descent

-374m

Stamina

Experience

Landscape

Best time of the year

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

Tags

  • Round trip
  • Refreshment stops available
  • Cultural/historical interest
Getting there
Information

Public transport

From the Sierre CFF train station, go to the SMC funicular station and take it towards "Crans-Montana, gare" (last stop, about 13 minutes journey, departures 3x/hour). At the funicular exit:
  • Ride about seven minutes to reach the start of the route at La Moubra.
  • Free shuttles from the SMC bus company serve the entire Crans-Montana resort. The closest stop to the start is "Lac Moubra" with line 433 or 436.

Approach

From the A9 Sierre-West motorway exit, follow the signs towards Crans-Montana (about 20-25 minutes by car) then Montana-center or ⚽🏇🎾🧗, ⛺, or Adventure Park. Parking is available on site at la Moubra.

Parking

A free parking at Moubra is available on site.

Equipment

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

Safety information

The mountain, a space for enjoyment to be shared and respected. The mountain offers a space to meet and share unforgettable moments, by bike or on foot. For all outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy it, it is essential to share this space respecting nature and agriculture. Respectful behavior allows everyone to practice their leisure in the best conditions. Find out about the recommendations and rules in place.
The rules of good conduct

Properly assess your physical condition and abilities. Using the different routes is always at your own risk.

Additional information

Check out the tourist office's advice on its website.

More information about the destination:

Maps

SwissTopo maps 1:25'000: 1286 St-Léonard

Source

This activity is brought to you by Crans-Montana Tourisme & Congrès. Valais/Wallis Promotion is not responsible for the content provided.

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