Road cycling or mountain biking: Explore the roads and trails around Anzère as the seasons change. Tender green foliage in spring, blooming alpine meadows in summer, glowing larches in autumn, snow-dusted peaks with the first flakes as winter approaches: all year round, the landscapes of Anzère transform, to the delight of road cyclists and mountain bikers. Hop on your bike!
Watch out : The Flow Trail is closed to bikes, and MTB transport via the lift is only possible up to the mid-station!
Road cycling : Conquer the 22 km of asphalt and 1357 meters of elevation gain connecting Sion to the Tseuzier dam
A steady climb through vineyards, forests, and high-mountain landscapes, a cool arrival at 1777 meters above sea level, and a restaurant by the water to refresh and recharge after your effort... The cycling route between Sion and Lac de Tseuzier has it all!
Are you competitive? Do you love numbers and statistics? Why not try to claim a KOM/QOM on Strava! A short and intense sprint, a challenging 11% section, or a long 9 km stretch to showcase your endurance... It's up to you to choose the segment where you'll push your limits among the nearly 30 recorded sections.
Kudos don't motivate you? Let others chase performance while you take the time to enjoy the chirping of cicadas and the stunning panorama of the Valais peaks throughout your climb. After all, your visual reward awaits at Lac de Tseuzier; there's no need to rush!
The Sion – Lac de Tseuzier climb at a glance
- 22 km on well-maintained asphalt
- 1357 m of ascent and 77 m of descent
- Maximum gradient: 100 meters at 11.9%
- Pente maximale : 100 mètres à 11,9%
- Difficult level
- Accessibility: from spring to autumn (check the live road opening status)
📅 Every year in June, enjoy the 22 km climb to the dam on a car-free road during the untimed cycling event Ride the Alps.
📅 Late August: Go big ! Solo or in a relay, tackle the 250 km "Ultrafondo" course of the Le Tour des Stations cycling race, connecting Le Châble to Verbier (of course, passing through Anzère at the 96th kilometer). Sharpen your calves: 8848 meters of elevation gain await you throughout the day. Yes, that's an Everest—no less…
MTB : Explore the 6 marked trails for all levels throughout the seasons, with or without a lift pass
Do you prefer knobby tires to the ultra-thin profiles of road bikes? Hop on your mountain bike (available for rent here) and put your sturdy tires to the test on shared hiking and biking trails winding through the alpine meadows around Anzère.
Feeling ready to ride? Three enduro routes with impressive elevation changes await you, starting from the Pas de Maimbré gondola station: Arnica Bike, Tulipe Bike, and Genêt Bike. Convenient: you can start whenever you like, without worrying about purchasing a lift pass or checking the gondola's operating hours.
Need a little help on the way up? Get a lift pass, take the Pas de Maimbré gondola, and get off at the mid-station. From there, you'll have access to two easy enduro routes rated 1/5 and 2/5 (Gentiane Bike and its Light version), as well as the Phoenix Ride Downhill track (reserved for experienced riders).
Anzère’s MTB trails at a glance
- 6 marked loop trails ranging from easy (1/5) to difficult (5/5)
- 1 downhill trail, 5 enduro trails
- Easiest trail : Gentiane Bike Light (7.2 km / 67 m elevation gain)
- Longest trail : Tulipe Bike (25 km / 894 m elevation gain)
- MTB trails accessible with or without a lift pass
- Accessibility : year-round, depending on weather conditions
E-MTB : Ride farther, higher, and longer (without exhausting yourself)
The e-MTB is your thighs' and calves' best friend when distances get longer or elevation gains become challenging.
Whether you're curious to discover these small marvels, which are a hit among beginner and experienced mountain bikers alike, or want to save your legs to enjoy other outdoor activities later during your stay, the e-MTB will win you over!
Rent your bike (if you're not already the proud owner of an e-MTB), and rack up the miles on the road (for example, between Sion and Lac de Tseuzier) or on shared MTB trails with hikers.
⚡ Convenient ! Two e-bike charging stations, one powered by solar energy, are available to give your battery a boost. Where? At the Village Square in Anzère and at the Tseuzier Dam (near the restaurant)..
Special for kids : Where to go cycling with the family in Anzère?
Of course, at the pump track on the Village Square! This fun, free-access track offers exciting challenges for the whole family: who will manage a full lap without pedaling, just by "pumping" on their bike (or scooter)?
Open daily from June to October
