Vens Bike
Mountain Bike
· Valais
Starting in Vollèges, this panoramic circular trail climbs to the village of Levron and up to the Col du Lein before looping back down to Vollèges via Vens.
moderate
26.1 km
3:25 h
972 m
972 m
This magnificent mountain bike ride takes you up to the panoramic ridge high above Vollèges and its three cols: Col du Lein, Col du Tronc and Col des Planches. The route goes through alpine pastures and larch forests, revealing glorious views of different valleys. Along the way you can taste local produce at small farm restaurants, visit disused mines, see traditional wooden barns and chalets plus, if you’re lucky, spot marmots.
Author’s recommendation
Take time to enjoy the idyllic landscapes around the Col du Lein, the Col du Tronc and the Col des Planches.
Difficulty
S0
moderate
Technique
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
Col du Lein, 1,659 m
Lowest point
Sembrancher, 712 m
Best time of year
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Safety information
Use marked bike trails and routes only, and observe all signposting. Please close gates after passing through. Please be considerate to walkers and 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.Start
Vollèges (843 m)
Coordinates:
DD
46.086831, 7.170402
DMS
46°05'12.6"N 7°10'13.4"E
UTM
32T 358552 5105322
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Destination
Vollèges
Turn-by-turn directions
Warning: the start of the trail has been altered due to a landslide. It has been provisionally diverted via the Le Levron cantonal road. Starting from the church in Vollèges, follow the Chemin de Cries road. This will lead you up to the hills of Cries. From there, a steady climb awaits you along the cantonal road to Le Levron. Along the way, you spot isolated traditional farmsteads and enjoy a magnificent view of Vollèges way below, framed by mountains. After a few wider, shallower zig-zags, you continue climbing until you reach the Col du Lein. You then follow the track along the ridge to Le Tronc and then the Col des Planches. Here you begin your descent, passing close to the alpine farmstead of Les Plans and then through Vens to reach Etiez. Finally, a steep climb brings you to the end of the ride in Vollèges, where you began.
Note
all notes on protected areas
Public transport
SBB train (Swiss Federal Railways) to Martigny, and then local TMR train to Etiez via Sembrancher.Getting there
A9 motorway to Martigny (exit 22), then follow directions for the Great St Bernard Pass (route E27). At Sembrancher turn left, following signs for “Verbier, Fionnay, Bruson”. Take the second turning on the left towards Etiez-Le Levron. Continue along Route du Dzardy, then Route d’Etiez, and then Chemin de la Plâtraye.Parking
We recommend using public transport, as car parks in Vollèges offer parking of limited duration.Coordinates
DD
46.086831, 7.170402
DMS
46°05'12.6"N 7°10'13.4"E
UTM
32T 358552 5105322
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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike
Book recommendation by the author
The tourist office in XY has got brochures and information material about mountain biking in the region.
Author’s map recommendations
SwissTopo maps 1:25’000: 1325 Sembrancher
Equipment
We recommend: bike in excellent working order, helmet, gloves and bell, clothing suitable for the weather (always carry a waterproof), food and drink.Difficulty
S0
moderate
Distance
26.1 km
Duration
3:25h
Ascent
972 m
Descent
972 m
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