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! Accommodation for the night is at your arrangement.
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This is the more demanding e-MTB take on the Haute Route, covering 279 km (173 mi) over 7 days with bigger climbs, longer stages, and a higher technical level. While the two 7-day itineraries share most of the same iconic scenery and overnight stops, this route takes in tougher sections and more elevation from Chamonix to Zermatt. We ride dramatic ridgelines, lush forests, steep singletrack, and high alpine passes on e-bikes that make big terrain rideable and rewarding, then unwind each evening in some of the best accommodations in the Alps.
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Our adventure starts at the foot of the Mont Blanc massif, riding playful singletrack with big views of the peaks. We climb steadily toward the Swiss border and cross a high mountain pass once used by smugglers. On the way down, alpine forests give way to sunny vineyards above the Rhône Valley, and we roll into Martigny between terraced vines. A short shuttle then takes us to Verbier, a ski village at 1,500 meters facing the Grand Combin, where we spend our first night in the Swiss Alps.
Meals: Picnic lunch and dinner
Accommodation: Hôtel de Verbier or similar, Verbier
Riding: 42 km (26 miles)
Elevation: +1,850 m (6,070 ft), -2,420 m (7,940 ft)
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Welcome to Verbier, the mecca of e-mountain biking! After a delicious breakfast, we’ll head to the top of Verbier to warm up on some of the bike park trails and take full advantage of some of the best riding around. Following an unforgettable downhill ride, a scenic mountain trail will lead us to our next stop in Nendaz. Get your swimsuit ready—the spa awaits! Relax in the hot tub and soak in the stunning views.
Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch, and dinner
Accommodation: Hotel Nendaz 4 vallées & Spa, Nendaz
Riding: 46 km (29 miles)
Elevation: +1,800 m (5,905 ft), -2,000 m (6,560 ft)
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We start with a morning climb up to a high alpine ridge, one of the most scenic sections of the week, with the valleys dropping away on both sides. From the ridge, two long descents roll out one after the other, linked by a technical singletrack through rugged alpine terrain. A final short climb brings us to La Sage, a small village in Val d’Hérens, where we stay in a hotel that blends traditional mountain architecture with modern comfort.
Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch, and dinner
Accommodation: Hotel de La Sage, La Sage
Riding: 51 km (32 miles)
Elevation: +2,700 m (8,860 ft), -2,400 m (7,875 ft)
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Right after breakfast comes one of the toughest climbs of the week, and making it to the top without stepping off the bike is a real challenge. The reward is a high-altitude basin where an emerald lake reflects the surrounding peaks. From there, a long descent takes us through stunning scenery, and in the afternoon, the trail winds gently through golden larch forests. We end the day at a historic mountain hotel in Saint-Luc, where we can relax on the terrace or in the spa.
Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch, and dinner
Accommodation: Hotel Bella Tola, St. Luc
Riding: 46 km (29 miles)
Elevation: +2,400 m (7,875 ft), -2,400 m (7,875 ft)
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We kick off the day with a descent of more than 2,000 vertical meters, easily one of the best of the trip. Technical sections, tight switchbacks, smooth berms, pine forests, and loose rock keep coming the whole way down. After lunch, a short shuttle gives our legs a break before we hit more playful trails toward Bürchen, a mountain village in the German-speaking part of Switzerland, surrounded by green pastures and high peaks.
Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch, and dinner
Accommodation: Bürchnerhof Hotel, Bürchen
Riding: 51 km (32 miles)
Elevation: +2,350 m (7,710 ft), -3,020 m (9,910 ft)
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Our last riding day starts with a long descent to the valley floor, with wide panoramic views on the way down. From there, we climb back up on a series of fun, scenic trails toward Zermatt, until the Matterhorn suddenly comes into view. We park the bikes, wander the streets of this famous alpine village, and celebrate the end of the ride with a well-earned beer.
Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch, and dinner
Accommodation: Hotel Hemizeus or Hotel Zermama, Zermatt
Riding: 43 km (27 miles)
Elevation: +1,700 m (5,580 ft), -1,600 m (5,250 ft)
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This morning, you have two options: 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 let you end the trip on a high note. It’s already time to head home with a smile and the memories of an incredible alpine adventure in our minds.
Meals: Breakfast
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Included:
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- An experienced MTB guide with extensive local knowledge of the area
- Haute Route e-MTB adventure (5 or 7 days, depending on your chosen itinerary)
- Accommodation for 4 or 6 nights in great hotels (double occupancy)
- Group private shuttle van transfers from designated meeting points at the start of your trip as well as transfers post-ride to either the nearest train station or location where trip began
- Luggage transfers
- All lifts
- All breakfasts, picnic dinners, and lunches, as in the itinerary
- Snacks for every day
- Mechanical support during the adventure
Add-ons (possible to add at checkout):
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- High-performance e-MTB rental (including two 750W batteries per day + insurance)
- Single occupancy room
Not included:
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- Transportation to/from starting/end point
- Airport transfers — we recommend Mountain Drop-Offs
- Accommodation before or after the tour (can be arranged, let us know if interested at checkout)
- Personal items, expenses, spare parts
- Anything not mentioned in the “Included” section above
- Guide gratuities — optional
- Insurance — strongly recommended, available to add at checkout
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- Classic Haute Route (7 days, Chamonix to Zermatt): The full crossing from France to Switzerland, and the longest and toughest version, at 279 km (173 mi) with long climbs and technical singletrack. It’s best for experienced riders with strong fitness.
- Shortened Haute Route (5 days, Verbier to Zermatt): The same level as the Classic, packed into four big riding days, including a 72 km (45 mi) final stage. It’s a good fit if you’re short on time but want the full challenge.
- UNESCO Haute Route (5 days, Crans-Montana to the Aletsch Glacier): Lesser-known trails through a UNESCO World Heritage Site, far from the crowds. It’s just as technical as the Classic but slightly less demanding physically.
- Beginners Re-Imagined Haute Route (7 days, Chamonix to Zermatt): For riders with little or no mountain biking experience. It swaps technical singletrack for gravel roads and wide trails, at a gentler pace. Basic fitness is enough, but you should be comfortable riding 2–4 hours a day.
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For the classic Haute Route (7 days, Chamonix-Zermatt) | shortened Haute Route (5 days, Verbier-Zermatt)| UNESCO Haute Route (5 days, Swiss Alps), you should…
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- Exercise 2 to 3 times per week for at least 30 minutes and feel good after a demanding workout with some high-intensity intervals.
- Be comfortable riding 4–6 hours per day for up to 6 consecutive days.
- Have been mountain biking for at least 2 years, comfortable on gentle singletrack, over rocks and roots, and on steep flowing descents—for the 7-day Haute Route & UNESCO Haute Route, this would be ideally 3+ years, with full confidence on all types of singletrack, exposed paths, and rocky technical terrain.
- Not mind pushing your bike for longer stretches over sections where the terrain gets too tricky.
- Know when it’s time to get off the bike and walk a section.
For the beginner-friendly, re-imagined Haute Route (7 days, Chamonix-Zermatt), you should:
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- Engage in casual exercise or recreational sports once or twice a week and feel good moving your body with regular breaks and a comfortable rhythm.
- Be comfortable riding 2–4 hours per day for a few consecutive days.
- Have limited MTB experience or primarily ride on the road; feel at ease on wide dirt trails, doubletrack, and gravel paths.
- Prefer rideable terrain with only short bike-pushing sections.
- Be happy to get off the bike and walk whenever terrain becomes uneven or technical.
Want to see what else is there in the area? Discover more bike trips in the European Alps here!
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Depends on the itinerary! Essentially, for the beginner-friendly itinerary, you don’t need MTB experience. For all others, you do.
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- For the classic Haute Route (7 days, Chamonix-Zermatt) & UNESCO Haute Route (5 days, Swiss Alps), you should have been mountain biking for at least 2 years and feel comfortable on gentle singletrack, over rocks and roots, and on steep flowing descents. Ideally, you have 3 or more years of experience and feel fully confident on all types of singletrack, including exposed paths and rocky technical terrain.
- For the shortened Haute Route (5 days, Verbier-Zermatt), the same 2-year baseline applies—comfortable on gentle singletrack, rocks and roots, and steep flowing trails, with a clear sense of when to get off the bike. 3+ years of experience aren’t necessary here.
- For the beginner-friendly, re-imagined Haute Route (7 days, Chamonix-Zermatt), significant MTB experience isn’t required. Limited experience is fine, as is primarily riding on the road—as long as you feel at ease on wide dirt trails, doubletrack, and gravel paths.
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The Haute Route is a classic high-alpine crossing between Chamonix, France, and Zermatt, Switzerland—traditionally done on foot or skis, now also ridden by e-mountain bike. We run it as a 5- to 7-day guided trip, with four route options depending on your experience and how much time you have. More info above.
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Your main luggage will be transferred lodging-to-lodging. Please bring soft, reasonably sized, and lightweight bags—this makes loading and transport much easier.
Personal equipment:
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- Mountain bike-specific helmet
- Mountain bike-specific shoes (can also work as hiking shoes)
- Bike gloves and glasses
- Knee and elbow pads
- Waterproof jacket
- Biking shorts (at least 2 pairs)
- Long-sleeved base layers (merino wool ideal)
- Short-sleeved and long-sleeved biking tops
- Socks (at least 4 pairs)
- Buff (neck gaiter)
- Warm down jacket for evenings
- Hat and gloves
- Sunscreen
- Hydration system (Camelback ideal)
- 20L (minimum) daypack with rain cover
- A towel
- A swimsuit
- Your toiletry bag (including SPF)
Bike essentials (if you rent the bike with your guides, they will take care of all the equipment):
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- Bike-specific brake pads (x2 sets)
- If you use tubeless tires, bring everything needed for repairs
- Tire repair kit, inner tubes (min. 2), and small pump
- Chain-specific ‘quick link’
- Additional derailleur hanger
- Spare parts unique to your bike (if applicable)
- Full service, including suspension, must be undertaken prior to the trip
- Extra battery for the bike
- Battery charger
If you’re bringing your own bike, make sure it is full suspension and serviced for maximum enjoyment during the adventure. A second battery is also necessary as the trip stages are long and the Alps are steep!
Keep in mind that this Haute Route e-MTB tour takes place 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!
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Yes! To make your Haute Route e-MTB adventure as hassle free as possible, your guides offer e-MTB rental.
The model offered is FLYER Uproc EVO:X 8.7, a premium Swiss-designed e-enduro bike built for powerful climbs and confident handling on technical descents. When renting a bike with your guide, two 750W batteries per day are also included.
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- Frame & geometry — Lightweight carbon frame with a flip-chip system and a 64° head angle for precise downhill control.
- Motor & battery — Bosch Performance Line CX motor (85 Nm) and a 750 Wh integrated battery for long-range rides.
- Suspension & wheels — FOX 38 Float Performance fork and FOX Float X2 rear shock with 170 mm travel. Mullet setup: 29″ front for stability, 27.5″ rear for agility.
- Riding character — A well-balanced e-enduro bike offering efficient climbing and stable descending.
- Approx. weight: 26 kg, depending on size and setup.
Protective gear is essential for this trip. You may fall at least once, and even a single fall can lead to injury. Elbow and knee pads are strongly recommended to help prevent potential harm!
If renting a bike with us, bike insurance is already included in the price as any damages beyond normal wear and tear are at the participant’s charge.
If you’re bringing your own bike, make sure it is full suspension and serviced for maximum enjoyment during the adventure. A second battery is also necessary as the trip stages are long and the Alps are steep!
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Your guides don’t recommend it. Completing this route in five or seven days—45–55 km (28–34 mi) and up to 2,700 m (8,860 ft) of climbing per day—is nearly impossible unless you’re an elite athlete. But that’s not the goal.
After testing both regular and e-bikes, your guides found e-bikes are the best way to experience the Haute Route: climbs become fun, descents still rewarding, and there’s more time to enjoy the Alps and connect with the group.
With adjustable modes, e-bikes keep everyone together and let you choose between challenge and support—making the journey both epic and enjoyable!
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Group sizes and prices:
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- For this Haute Route e-MTB tour, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 5:1.
- It takes a minimum of 5 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 10 participants.
- It’s possible to organize private adventures—the minimum number of people is set at 5 participants, and maximum at 10-11. Trips can be customized to your group.
- Solo travelers can share a room with another same-gender solo traveler at no extra cost, or guarantee a private room by paying a single occupancy fee. However, if the guide is unable to find a suitable roommate, a single supplement will be forced.
E-mountain biking along the Haute Route can be arranged for bigger groups. Contact us prior to booking.
Min. age requirements:
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- If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
- If you have people older than 60 in your group, please contact us beforehand.
- Children as young as 14 are able to go on trips. That said, if you have a young rider in your group strong enough to handle sustained climbs (either riding or walking their bike) of hundreds of feet, and rough terrain, then they can participate in the presence of a parent or a legal guardian. Please keep in mind that e-bikes might weigh up to 24 kg (53 lbs).
If your group has riders under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
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The price for e-MTB along the Haute Route is based on twin-share rooms, but a single occupancy room can be arranged at an additional fee. You can add it to your booking at checkout.
If you’re traveling solo and don’t select this option, you agree to share a room with another cyclist. However, if the guide is unable to find a suitable roommate, a single supplement will be forced.
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The season runs July through October. Early in the season, high passes can still be holding snow from winter; later, in September and October, you get clearer trails but shorter days and cooler mornings. Guides adjust the exact route based on conditions in a given year.
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Your adventure either starts in Chamonix, Verbier, or Crans-Montana, depending on your chosen itinerary.
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- 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! 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.
- To get to Verbier, most people fly into Geneva International Airport (GVA). From there, it takes anywhere between 2 to 3 hours to reach Verbier, depending on whether you rent a car, take a shuttle service, or use public transport.
- The starting point of your UNESCO Haute Route e-MTB adventure is Crans-Montana in Switzerland. To get there, most people fly into Geneva Airport (GVA). From there, it takes anywhere between 2 to 3 hours to reach Crans-Montana. You can take a train or rent a car to reach Crans-Montana.
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 highly recommend you arrive at least one day before the start of the e-MTB Haute Route guided trip and stay in Chamonix.
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We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.
Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.
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