Join your local guide on an MTB trip along the famous Haute Route. Every day, you will ride in epic landscapes, along dramatic ridges, through lush forests, down steep singletracks, and up to lofty cols. What makes the tour special, is that you’ll ride an e-bike, makeing the experience even more epic, while aiding your riding. When you’re done with riding for the day, explore charming Alpine villages or simply retire to a private mountain hut or a luxurious spa hotel for an all-inclusive experience that'll leave you feeling recharged and ready for more.
Planning to travel from afar to join us in France? We highly recommend arriving a few days early to ensure a stress-free start to your e-bike Alpine adventure. This way, you can avoid any unexpected travel delays and also give yourself some time to adjust and fully immerse yourself in the stunning surroundings of Chamonix. Take advantage of the extra time to explore this enchanting destination to its fullest potential!
Meet your guide and fellow riders in Chamonix, go over the itinerary, and do a gear check. On the first day, you’ll experience the thrill of riding on playful single trails that are sure to bring a smile to your face. You’ll be captivated by the stunning views of Mont Blanc and the UNESCO-recognized vineyards you’ll ride through. After an exciting day of riding, you’ll unwind in a traditional renovated barn in the heart of the Swiss Alps, where you’ll savor some delicious home-cooked meals and get to know your squad a bit more.
Meals: Breakfast, snacks, and dinner
Accommodation: A Larze Hotel in Verbier
Riding: 42 km (26 miles)
Elevation/descent: 2,665 m (8,743 ft) ascent / 2,250 m (7,382 ft) descent
Start your day on a superb path over a carpet of pine needles that will warm you up in the morning. Next, head towards Verbier, the mecca of e-mountain biking. While you’re there, why not make the most of some of the best trails? A mountain trail will lead you to your chalet in the middle of a forest of ancient pine trees. Enjoy the superb view on the terrace, but don’t worry, it won’t be the last! You’ll have plenty of opportunities to take in stunning scenery throughout your e-bike Alpine adventure.
Meals: Breakfast, snacks, and dinner
Accommodation: Hôtel Nendaz 4 Vallées & Spa in Nendaz
Riding: 48 km (30 miles)
Elevation/descent: 2,580 m (8,465 ft) ascent / 2,850 m (9,350 ft) descent
Your day begins with an impressive ride along an ancient irrigation canal (‘bise’) – be sure to watch your balance! You’ll follow up with two fantastic descents on a beautiful alpine ridge and a never-ending singletrack trail passing through a carpet of soft pine needles, giving you just the right amount of adrenaline before arriving at your hotel. An architectural gem, your hotel has the perfect traditional living space, ideal for sitting and reflecting on your incredible day together.
Meals: Breakfast, snacks, and dinner
Accommodation: Hotel de la Sage in Val d’Hérens
Riding: 35 km (22 miles)
Elevation/descent: 1,800 m (5,905 ft) ascent / 1,500 m (4,921 ft) descent
This morning, you and your group should make sure to have a hearty breakfast before starting the day’s adventure. The first ascent will take you to a pass at 2,900 meters, and you’ll have the opportunity to test your e-biking skills on the climb. The well-deserved descent will reward you with breathtaking views of the surrounding Alpine paradise, including the majestic 4,000-meter-high peaks. The second ascent of the day will lead you to the hidden gem of the Swiss Alps, the Weisshorn Hotel, your accommodation for the night, where you can enjoy unique panoramic views from the terrace, the perfect spot to unwind and relax after the day’s exhilarating ride.
Meals: Breakfast, snacks, and dinner
Accommodation: Hotel Weisshorn in Val d’Anniviers
Riding: 45 km (28 miles)
Elevation/descent: 2,900 m (9,514 ft) ascent / 2,500 m (8,202 ft) descent
Warm up those brake pads: your group’s day five begins with a fun descent (1,800 meters / 5,905 feet), which is bound to get you all smiling. The day follows with a series of sublime flowy trails. A final ascent will bring you to a private Alpine hut at 2,000 meters / 6,562 feet. What could be better than sitting in a hot tub, drinking a cold beer and taking in the views of the 4,000m / 13,123ft peaks in front of you?
Meals: Breakfast, snacks, and dinner
Accommodation: Private hut in Moosalp
Riding: 50 km (31 miles)
Elevation/descent: 2,800 m (9,186 ft) ascent / 3,000
Last but not least: your group’s final day kicks off on a magnificent trail with panoramic views. A series of playful trails will bring you to the foot of the mythical Matterhorn. You did it. Congratulations! You’ll end the e-bike adventure in a wonderful spa hotel in Zermatt, facing one of the most beautiful peaks in the Alps. Take the time to relax your muscles and reminisce about the past six incredible days.
Meals: Breakfast, snacks, and dinner
Accommodation: Hotel Hemizeus in Zermatt
Riding: 36 km (22 miles)
Elevation/descent: 1,200 m (3,937 ft) ascent / 1,600 m (5,249 ft) descent
You have two options this morning: make the most of one last ride facing the Matterhorn, or relax with a coffee on a terrace. If your legs are up for it, we recommend the first option. Incredible landscapes, mythical trails and views of the Matterhorn from every angle will allow you to end the trip on a high note. In the early afternoon, it’s time to say goodbye to your guide, fellow riders, and to the Alps—or continue adventuring on your own!
Meals: Breakfast
Riding: optional
What you get on this adventure:
E-MTB rentals are available for an added fee of $395.
What’s not included:
For this Haute Route guided e-MTB tour, you need to be in very good physical shape. You will need to be able to bike between four and six hours for 6 consecutive days, crossing up to 30 miles (50 km) each day. You should be an active person and exercise three days a week for at least 30 minutes. What is also necessary for this trip is that you have MTB experience and have some technical abilities (more on this can be found in the answer to the following question).
If you’re looking for something that requires less experience and similar landscapes, check out this e-MTB tour in the Slovenian Alps.
On the other hand, if you want to experience something more challenging, check out this Tour du Mont Blanc MTB adventure.
For this Haute Route e-MTB guided adventure, you need to have at least two years of mountain biking experience. You should be able to go up and down on gentle singletrack trails and over rocks and tree roots. Controlling your bike on steep, flowing singletrack trails shouldn’t be a problem for you. During this adventure, you will ride on slightly exposed trails from time to time. You should also be able to determine when to stop riding and walk through a difficult section.
Though riding an e-bike will help you tremendously, riding will get difficult and require some technical abilities. Keep in mind that you will always have a guide by your side who will observe your technique, motivate you, and make the riding less strenuous if it gets too difficult for you. If at some point you won’t be able to finish a section for that day, there will also be an option to get transferred to your accommodation.
Your guides have carefully selected a superb assortment of hotels and private huts for this trip. Over the course of a week, the accommodations you’ll be staying at will mirror the diversity of incredible landscapes—though what links them all together is their premier comfort and coziness. Expect a mix of amenities, from cozy mountain huts to contemporary hotels, ensuring a well-rounded experience in both comfort and immersion in the stunning surroundings.
All of them are snuggly nestled in the high mountains, and some of them even offer wonderful spa amenities or upscale restaurants & bars. This tour is much more than just a mountain biking trip through the Alps. By staying at hotels and huts like these, you’ll get to know the Alpine way of life, feel like the locals do, and try out delicious traditional food.
To see day-by-day accommodations, check the itinerary.
All essential MTB equipment will be provided by your guide if you rent their e-mountain bike. If you wish to bring your own bike, here’s what you’ll need:
Here’s the list of personal clothes/items you’ll need:
Keep in mind that this Haute Route guided e-MTB tour occurs in the mountains, where the weather is unpredictable. Therefore, it’s important to have enough warm clothes and some waterproof layers—there’s no bad weather, only bad clothes!
Group sizes and prices:
E-Mountain biking along the Haute Route can be arranged for bigger groups. Contact us prior to booking.
Min. age requirements:
If your group has riders under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
To get to Chamonix, most people fly into Geneva International Airport (GVA), one hour away. Once you arrive, there are several ways to reach your destination, including public transport. Looking to make airport transfers hassle-free? Check out Mountain Drop Offs—they provide door-to-door service in their comfy and spacious shuttles. Use the code 57HCHX to get a 5% discount!
Once you and your guide agree on the details of your itinerary, your guide will suggest the best place to meet, usually somewhere in town in the morning. We suggest you arrive one day before the start of the e-MTB Haute Route guided trip and stay in Chamonix.
If you’re arriving by car, the guides will meet you at a free parking spot in Chamonix—they’ve never experienced any issues with this solution.
57hours is committed to providing safe outdoor adventure experiences. We require all guides using our platform to have a COVID-19 safety plan and to make the details of that plan accessible to travelers. In most cases, group sizes will be reduced, guides will avoid overcrowded locations, and other safety measures will be met depending on the location and activity.
We also expect clients to respect local regulations and take measures to protect themselves, guides and the communities they’re traveling to. For more information on COVID-19 measures in the Haute Route areas in France and Switzerland please refer to France Diplomacy’s advice for travelers and foreign nationals and Switzerland’s official COVID-19 travel guidelines.
Please contact us if you have any questions or require further information. We are happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information!