Mountain bike tours

Villages Bike

Anzère

Got two hours at the end of the day to get some fresh air? This mountain bike ride is perfect! The route is accessible as soon as the snow melts.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Length

23.41 km

Duration

3:30 h

Description

The Villages Bike route takes you on a journey to discover the hidden treasures of the region’s villages. From the ruins of the Château d’Ayent to the peaceful Bisse de Tsintres, passing through Arbaz, Blignou, Botyre, La Place, and Saxonne – it’s a true open-air tour. An enchanting route that alternates between authentic hamlets, villages, and preserved landscapes.

Turn-by-turn directions

You start at Lake Moubra, then continue to the villages of Randogne and Mollens and finally arrive above Venthône. In Darnona, you can interrupt the ride and load your bike onto the cogwheel railway to return to Crans-Montana. Then you continue west towards Chermignon-d’en-Bas, to Lens with a climb on the "des Bouillettes" path at the foot of the Christ-Roi hill, from where you continue to Lake Louché. The return to Crans-Montana is above Icogne, the westernmost village from Crans-Montana. From the Maiensässen, the climb back to the resort demands quite an effort. You can relax at Lake Miriouges, in the heart of the forest, before returning to Moubra. This route includes all the ingredients of a proper bike ride: technically demanding descents, various types of paths, … all in a very diverse environment. The route can be done in one go (23 km) or in several stages.

Start

Lake Moubra (1426m)

Destination

Lake Moubra (1426m)

Technical information

Altitude

1462m

777m

Ascent

+910m

Descent

-910m

Stamina

Experience

Landscape

Best time of the year

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

Tags

  • Singletrail/Free ride
  • Scenic
  • Round trip
  • Refreshment stops available
  • Cultural/historical interest
Getting there
Information

Public transport

By bus or funicular from Sierre to Crans-Montana. Remember to reserve a place for your mountain bike via the SBB Mobile app or on sbb.ch.

Approach

Take the A9 motorway exit Sierre-Ouest in Sierre, follow the cantonal road to the "Centre Sportif la Moubra" in Crans-Montana.

Parking

Free parking places at Lake Moubra. 

Equipment

Our recommendation: technically flawless bike, helmet, gloves and bell, weather-appropriate clothing (always bring: 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 create unforgettable moments together – whether by bike or on foot. For all users to benefit from this, it is essential to share this space with respect for nature and agriculture. Respectful behavior allows everyone to pursue their leisure activities under the best conditions. Inform yourself about recommendations and rules.

Accurately assess your own abilities and fitness. Riding the various routes is always at your own risk.

Riding correctly

Additional information

More information: 

View this route on SchweizMobil:

Maps

Topographic maps 1:25,000 SwissTopo: 1287 Sierre

Source

This activity is brought to you by Valais/Wallis Promotion

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