Cycling routes
Ovronnaz/Mayens de Chamoson – Valais Cycling Tour
Ovronnaz
2/6°
This enjoyably challenging route leads to Ovronnaz and its thermal baths, taking in a number of major climbs along the way.
Difficulty
IntermediateLength
10.79 kmDuration
1:30 hDescription
This uphill route to the spa resort of Ovronnaz begins at the heart of the vineyard overlooking the village of Leytron. The climb is fairly irregular, with some steep gradients to tackle in the first few kilometres. It then becomes steadier once you reach the village of Dugny. The climb gives you a chance to cast an admiring glance over central Valais, with an unobstructed view over the Rhône Valley and in particular on part of the Chamoson vineyard, the largest in Switzerland in terms of surface area. The road follows the winding course of the Salentse river and threads its way through pastures and spruce and pine forests. You’ll have many opportunities to admire the Grand Muveran along the way before finally arriving in Ovronnaz.
Turn-by-turn directions
The route starts in the village of Leytron in the valley. Take the opportunity to fill your water bottle at the fountain and read the information about the climb on the starting signpost. Follow the signposts to Ovronnaz, as well as the four Valais cycling signs located throughout the climb. Once you arrive in Ovronnaz village centre, take the turning on the right and follow the signs to the thermal baths, which are less than two kilometres from the summit of the climb. The finishing signpost is located next to a small square, giving you the chance to take stock of how far you’ve climbed.
Start
Leytron, Route d’Ovronnaz (488m)
Destination
Mayens-de-Chamoson, Les Dzardis (1359m)
Author's recommendation
Take the opportunity to have a dip in the thermal baths in Ovronnaz or Saillon. Turn the route into a circuit by heading back downhill towards the winemaking village of Chamoson.
Technical information
Altitude
1362m
500m
Ascent
+873m
Descent
-2m
Technique
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Best time of the year
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Getting there
Information
Public transport
Regional train from Sion or Martigny to Riddes. From Riddes station, take the postal bus to Ovronnaz. All information about train and bus timetables can be found at sbb.ch.
Approach
From the A9 motorway, take exit 24 to Riddes and follow the signs to Leytron.
Parking
Parking available at motorway exit 24 to Riddes.
Source
This activity is brought to you by Valais/Wallis Promotion