Mountain bike tours

Nendaz-Barrage de Cleuson Bike

Mountainbiker am Cleuson Stausee

Nendaz

Bike to the turquoise-colored Cleuson reservoir and let yourself be impressed by an unforgettable panorama.

Difficulty

Difficult

Length

30.95 km

Duration

5:00 h

Description

From Haute-Nendaz, head towards the Cleuson reservoir. The dam, built in 1950, has an impressive height of 87 meters and a length of 420 meters. The reservoir holds the water of the Printse and has a volume of 20 million cubic meters. However, it is famous for its turquoise-colored water that mysteriously shimmers and sparkles in the sunlight.

Turn-by-turn directions

The route starts at the sports center of Haute-Nendaz. Follow the signage 129 towards Siviez. Part of this route runs on the main road. Caution is advised here. You ride through the hamlet of Tsamandon and soon reach the forestry center. Shortly after, you leave the paved road and cross the forest until you reach the Route de l'Aplanie to the Mayens de Sofleu. It is worth taking a short break here to enjoy the view over the Bernese Alps and the Rhone valley. As soon as you reach the parking lot of Siviez, follow the signage 134. Ride along the right bank of the Printse river towards the valley floor. While the route is still paved at the beginning, you soon get onto a gravel road. After some hairpin bends and a small tunnel, you reach the dam with a breathtaking view. Just behind the dam is the small chapel St. Barthélemy, which is also worth a visit. Afterwards, you return to Haute-Nendaz.

Start

Sports center Haute-Nendaz (1339m)

Destination

Sports center Haute-Nendaz (1339m)

Author's recommendation

Start in Siviez if you want to shorten the route. The Nendaz-Siviez circular route is especially suitable for families and e-bikers.

Technical information

Altitude

2188m

1210m

Ascent

+1125m

Descent

-1125m

Stamina

Experience

Landscape

Best time of the year

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

Tags

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

Public transport

From Sion train station, Nendaz is reachable by bus in about 30 minutes. Regular connections from Geneva or Bern/Visp to Sion. Remember to reserve a place via the SBB Mobile App or on sbb.ch.

Approach

From the motorway exit "Sion-Ouest", you can reach Nendaz in about 20 minutes by car (15 kilometers).  

Parking

In Haute-Nendaz, four parking garages are available. Follow the local parking guidance system.

Equipment

Our recommendation: technically flawless bike, helmet, gloves and bell, clothing suitable for the weather (always with you: rain protection), drink and provisions.

Safety information

The mountains, a place of joy to share and respect. The mountain world is a place to meet and experience unforgettable moments together – whether by bike or on foot. To ensure that all users can benefit, it is essential to share this space with respect for nature and agriculture. Respectful behavior allows everyone to enjoy their leisure activities under the best conditions. Inform yourself about recommendations and rules. Assess your own skills and fitness well. Riding the various routes is fundamentally at your own risk.

Right on the way

Additional information

More information: 

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Literature

The tourism office in Nendaz provides you with information material and brochures about mountain biking in the destination.

Maps

Topographic maps 1:25,000 SwissTopo: 1306 Sion / 1326 Rosablanche

Source

This activity is brought to you by Valais/Wallis Promotion

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