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Cycling to the Worlds is great. Cycling to the World Championships as a group is even better! Don't miss out on joining one of the peloton cycling to the event sites and the opening ceremony.
Powered by Valais Wallis Cycling.
31.08.2025
Attempting to break a world record. That's the first highlight we're offering to the entire Valais population – and beyond! – on this first weekend of festivities.
Be part of the celebration and join us on Sunday, August 31st!
06-07.09.2025
Champéry has an established reputation for downhill that needs no introduction. Get there from the Chablais Plain using the power of your legs.
Taking the Route des Rives, you'll be able to admire the Dents du Midi from below before contemplating them from the trail surroundings.
13-14.09.2025
From the City of the Sun to the High Plateau resort, there are many paths to choose from. By taking the official route, you'll cross through the Noble-Contrée vineyards and avoid the main roads.
A perfect warm-up to cheer on the final athletes competing for a medal and World Champion title.
On Sunday, August 31st, thousands of cyclists will start from Saint-Gingolph and Obergoms to converge towards Sion. Thanks to several rally points, everyone can join the peloton near their home. The two convoys will meet in Saint-Léonard in a grand symbolic gathering celebrating cycling and cantonal unity.
From Saint-Léonard, join our ambitious challenge: breaking the Guinness World Record for the longest single-file bicycle. The flat 10km route leads to Place du Midi in Sion with entertainment and refreshments. You need to ride 10km at ~15km/h average. Registration includes souvenir gift, refreshments, secure parking, and digital certificate.
Early bird price until 30.07: CHF 10.– for participants aged of minimum 14 years old (then 15.- from 01.07) and free for kids.
Be part of history!
On Saturday, September 6th and Sunday, September 7th, 2025, we'll meet you near Monthey CFF Station (you can also join us on the route) to ride together to the foot of Champéry's DH trail. Join us from 8:00 am for staggered starts every half hour (indicative schedule, subject to change depending on the number of participants) until 10:00 am, or ride the marked route freely at your own pace. Whether using pure leg power or e-bike, join us to discover the tranquility of the Route des Rives. A moment of pleasure and connection where you can warm up before lighting up the trail surroundings!
Event open to all and free. Registration required (coming soon)
On Saturday, September 13th and Sunday, September 14th, 2025, join the final weekend of competition by bike. We'll meet you at Sierre CFF Station, you can also join us on the route. Join us from 8:00 am for staggered starts every half hour (indicative schedule, subject to change depending on the number of participants) until 10:00 am, or ride the marked route freely at your own pace. The program includes a pleasant climb through the Valais vineyards in their most beautiful autumn colors to reach Crans-Montana.
Crans-Montana where you can celebrate the end of three weeks of festivities and cycling. Crans-Montana where you can especially make maximum noise to give the necessary energy to the athletes competing for the final medals of the 2025 UCI Mountain Bike World Championships in Valais.
Event open to all and free. Registration required (coming soon).
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The world record attempt for the longest bicycle chain is much more than a sporting challenge: it’s a celebration of our cantonal unity. By bringing together thousands of cyclists from the far ends of the canton, from Saint-Gingolph to Obergoms, we are creating a unique moment of sharing and solidarity. This event will leave a lasting impression, offering both young people and cycling enthusiasts an unforgettable experience, while also placing Sion and Valais in the Guinness World Records.
Steve Morabito
President of Valais Wallis Cycling
As a bike rider, I love the idea that Valais 2025 encourages spectators to come to the competition sites by bike. On the three weekends of the championships, we have the chance to join a big wave of cyclists going to the Opening Weekend in Sion, to the Down Hill finals in Champery and the Cross Country finals in Crans Montana. And the itineraries looks amazing! They've chosen bike paths or quiet roads of Valais where we will be able to enjoy the typical landscape of this beautiful region. I'm looking forward to riding to the Champs!
Andrea Sauser
Ride to the Champs participant
I invite you to hop on your bike and enjoy this magnificent event by being active — on your own, with family, friends, or colleagues. Follow the routes recommended by Valais Wallis Cycling and be part of this celebration of cycling! We can all be proud to host such a major event in our beautiful canton.
Stéphane Ganzer
State Councillor of Valais
Registration for the Ride to the Champs is mandatory and free of charge. This helps ensure the logistical and safety aspects of the event. Only the attempt to break the World Record for the longest single-file bike line requires a fee (for participants over 14 years old).
Yes, several "stops" are planned along the route, and they will be indicated on the MyMaps map.
No, all bikes and e-bikes are welcome! It just needs to be well maintained to avoid mechanical problems during the event.
Yes, supervised bike parking areas are planned. However, remember to bring a lock for before and after.
Valais Wallis Cycling
Rue de la Crête Liétin 7
3977 Granges VS
info@valais-cycling.ch
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