Mountain bike tours

Short tour of the Portes du Soleil (starting from Champéry)

Abstieg auf der roten „Crosets“-Piste, unterhalb des gleichnamigen Sessellifts.

Champéry

4/14°

Closed

Enjoy the Portes du Soleil mountain biking experience and take advantage of the lifts to discover the Franco-Swiss area!

Difficulty

Difficult

Length

70.02 km

Duration

4:00 h
Abstieg auf der roten „Crosets“-Piste, unterhalb des gleichnamigen Sessellifts.
Luftaufnahme der roten Piste „Crosets“.
Vorbeigehen am Dzy Baaarrr in Champoussin
Ein bisschen frische Luft am Ufer des Lac Vert in Les Crosets

Description

Europe's largest mountain biking playground is yours for the taking with this loop from Champéry! Armed with your mountain bike pass, climb the peaks and ride the bike parks of Les Crosets, Avoriaz and Châtel to experience or relive the thrills the must-have Pass'Portes du Soleil MTB!

Our favorites

Our favorite itineraries are part of a selection of the best routes in the region and are proposed by Valais/Wallis Promotion to best meet the expectations of our guests.

Turn-by-turn directions

Meet us at the bottom of the Champéry cable car, where you can pick up your Portes du Soleil MTB pass at the lift ticket offices. Along the way, enjoy some of the finest panoramic views in the Portes du Soleil. After a start facing the Dents du Midi, discover Lac Vert and the single trails leading to the Lindarets sector. Take a detour to the Goat Village, then cross Avoriaz. A 100% bikepark sector will provide an adrenalin surge before reaching the mountain pastures. Passing through Châtel, enjoy a panoramic view of Lake Geneva and the Swiss Alps. Finally, cross the Swiss side with its 4x4 trails before reaching the Les Crosets bikepark.

Start

Cable car parking (1,050m) (1035m)

Destination

Cable car parking (1,050m) (1035m)

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Author's recommendation

Itinerary using the mountain lifts (Portes du Soleil MTB pass required). This loop leads through downhill mountain bike trails. Don't set off on the trails unless you're properly equipped and prepared.

If you take an electric mountain bike on this route, free charging stations are available at some alpine restaurants and refreshment stands.

 

Technical information

Altitude

2249m

1033m

Ascent

+560m

Descent

-4050m

Stamina

Experience

Landscape

Best time of the year

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

Tags

  • Enduro
  • Cross-Country
  • Downhill
  • Scenic
  • Summit route
  • Round trip
  • Refreshment stops available
  • Cableway ascent/descent
Getting there
Information

Public transport

From Monthey, take the AOMC train line (Aigle - Ollon - Monthey - Champéry) and get off at the terminus, at the Champéry station/cable car.

Approach

Take exit 18 « Saint-Triphon » off the A9 freeway towards Monthey and follow the brown « Portes du Soleil » signs. After passing through the Collombey tunnel, continue on Road 21 towards Champéry.        

Parking

The cable car parking lot is free in the summer.

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

 

This route has not been approved by the canton of Valais in accordance with the law on leisure mobility routes. The use of the routes and of the information on this website is the responsibility of each user. Local conditions may lead to changes in the route. We accept no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the information on the website.  

Additional information

The mountains are a place of pleasure to be shared and respected, offering space in which to meet up and share unforgettable moments, whether by bike or on foot. For all outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy them properly, it is essential that mountains are shared in a way that respects both Nature and agriculture. Respectful behaviour enables everyone to enjoy their hobby in the best possible conditions. Find out about the recommendations and rules in place.

Best practice guidelines

 

When planning, take into account participants’ fitness level and ability. All riding is at one’s own risk.

Preparing for mountain bike outings

 

Source

This activity is brought to you by Région Dents du Midi. Valais/Wallis Promotion is not responsible for the content provided.

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