Cycling routes

Valais Bike Tour: Veysonnaz - Verbier (Stage 7)

Aussicht auf Veysonnaz

Veysonnaz

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On this route from Veysonnaz to Verbier, you will discover Col des Planches: a tricky climb rewarded with a beautiful view.

Difficulty

Difficult

Length

82.76 km

Duration

5:00 h
Aussicht auf Veysonnaz
Martigny-Croix
Fondation Gianadda

Description

The first part of the stage leads along the mountainside to the village of Isérables before descending back into the Rhone Valley. On flat terrain, you travel from Riddes via Saxon to Martigny – here, depending on the direction, the wind can become your biggest opponent. You pass vineyards and plantations of typical Valais fruit varieties. After reaching the town of Martigny, you start the climb to Col des Planches. The final climb to Verbier is more regular and less demanding than the previous one – yet fatigue is likely to be noticeable for most athletes. The beautiful landscapes in Val de Bagnes quickly help you forget your tiredness.

Turn-by-turn directions

The beginning of the route from Veysonnaz to Isérables and Riddes is relatively easy to manage. The effort becomes noticeable in the second part of the route: the climbs to Col des Planches and the holiday resort Verbier are much more demanding.

From Riddes to Martigny, you quickly cover many kilometers. In Martigny, the challenging climb to Col des Planches begins, where you will be rewarded with a beautiful view. The descent into Val de Bagnes gives you a short rest before you tackle the final climb to Verbier. A little reminder: Alberto Contador won a legendary stage of the 2009 Tour de France on this very route.

Start

Veysonnaz, Route de Pra 4Z (1335m)

Destination

Verbier, Place Centrale 12 (1490m)

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Author's recommendation

In the Rhone Valley, the wind usually changes direction between 11:00 am and 12:00 pm. The chance of having a tailwind on the section between Riddes and Martigny is greater in the morning.

Technical information

Altitude

1491m

459m

Ascent

+2319m

Descent

-2160m

Technique

Stamina

Experience

Landscape

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Tags

  • Linear route
  • Multi-stage route
  • Scenic
  • Geological highlights
  • Fauna
  • Insider tip
  • Summit route
  • Refreshment stops available
  • Cultural/historical interest
  • Flora
Getting there
Information

Public transport

Bus from SBB train station and bus station in Sion.

Approach

From the A9 motorway, take exit Sion 26 or 27 and follow the signs towards Nendaz. After a few kilometers uphill, take the left turn towards Veysonnaz.

Parking

Since this route is a partial section of a stage route and the start location does not match the destination (not a circular route), we recommend arriving by public transport. Alternatively, you can use the Les Grangettes parking lot in Veysonnaz (in the basement of Hotel Chalet Royal). Follow the local parking guidance system.

Equipment

Our recommendation: technically flawless bicycle, helmet, gloves and bell, appropriate clothing depending on the weather (always with you: rain protection), drink and food.

Safety information

Respect the rules of Swiss road traffic. Riding this route is at your own risk; any liability is excluded. Respect the flora and fauna in your surroundings. For your safety, we recommend wearing a bicycle helmet. Emergency numbers: 144 ambulance / 117 police / 1414 Rega. Assess your own abilities and fitness well. Riding the different routes is fundamentally at your own responsibility.

Additional information

Further information about the destinations can be found here: 

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Maps

Switzerland leisure map: national overview map with routes from SchweizMobil at a scale of 1:275,000

Source

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