Elise covered:
- What the Haute Route really is—and why it’s legendary
- How a ski & hiking classic became rideable by e-MTB
- What the route looks and feels like on a bike (terrain, passes, flow)
- Daily structure: climbs, descents, huts, and recovery
- Battery strategy, logistics, and riding smart in high alpine terrain
- The challenges that matter, and how guides manage them
- Who this adventure is (and isn’t) for
The Haute Route has lived in the imagination of mountain travelers for decades.
Stretching from Chamonix to Zermatt, it’s long been considered one of the Alps’ great crossings.
First skied, then hiked, and only recently, thoughtfully ridden!
In this webinar on demand video, you’ll go behind the scenes with local mountain specialist who helped pioneer the Haute Route as a multi-day e-MTB journey.
This route was never designed for bikes, and that’s exactly what makes it fascinating. Through careful planning, local knowledge, and years of trial and refinement, they’ve shaped a way to ride it that’s challenging, rewarding, and realistic.
You’ll dive into what’s actually possible on an e-MTB, from high passes and remote valleys to hut nights, battery management, and the rhythm of moving through the Alps day after day.
If you’ve ever wondered whether riding the Haute Route could truly work, this is your chance to get clear, honest answers straight from the person who knows it best.
Webinar host
Elise is originally from Burgundy, but the mountains eventually pulled her east—she now calls Verbier home. A certified mountain bike guide and freeride skier, she works year-round in mountain operations, following the seasons rather than the calendar. Her love for biking began in her teens exploring France with the Beaune Aventure club, and today it’s both her craft and creative outlet. Known for her calm, thoughtful guiding style, Elise helps riders build confidence, read the terrain, and feel truly at ease in the mountains.