Grächen is the largest biking area in Valais

Since 2019, the MTB region Visp – St. Niklaus – Grächen – Zermatt is one of the largest in Valais. And just between us – also one of the most beautiful. The mountain panorama with 14 four-thousand-meter peaks is unparalleled.

Grächen, in the largest bike area in the Valais

Uphill and downhill to the delight of every biker. Grächen is located in the Valais at 1600 meters above sea level. We are happy to say that the sunny region of Switzerland is the Valais and so is Grächen. Due to its location on the high plateau between the Mattertal and Saastal valleys, the clouds often don’t make it to us and so Grächen is not short of sunshine in spring, summer, autumn and winter with 299 sunny days.

Flow trails, family loops, enduro and downhill – mountain biking diversity in every respect.

310 kilometers is the network of trails, these consist of flow trails, mountain bike trails where fluid riding is possible along the entire length. Family loops, under 10 km, some with trail sections, developed road or gravel path. Medium and difficult enduro trails, that is, trails that go both uphill and downhill. Downhill routes that you can reach with our gondola to jet full throttle downhill, and of course narrow single trails for riding one after the other or alone.

Multi-day tours are just as possible as single day routes or short trips, just as you like. For tips and help with route planning, click here.

This diversity we also put on the day as accommodation, whether you are alone biking, with friends or with the whole family active, our hotel Gädi has rooms and suites in the appropriate size.

Family vacation and active vacation in hotel

Grächen stands out as a family destination, and so it is not surprising that among the approximately 25 different bike tours there is also a “Grächen Little Family Bike Tour”, this is 4.8 km long, requires 150 meters of altitude and takes about 30 minutes.

In total, there are 6 routes suitable for tots, which, in addition to the extensive children’s offer in the family resort, provide variety. You see, Grächen is particularly suitable for active vacations and that for young and old.

Bike like the pros

But Grächen wouldn’t be considered a new bike hotspot if it didn’t also have an ultra course. In 2019, this was the “MTB Marathon WM route”, 93.7 kilometers and 4000 meters of altitude there to master. The men completed this course in about 4:30 hours, and the women completed the 70 km course in just under 4 hours. Do you accept the challenge?

There are 5 stages in total, which are over 50 km long and can therefore be considered day trips. In that sense, “No mercy for the calf”.

New flow trail route planned

In autumn 2020 a new flow trail is planned, this should be suitable for hobby bikers and professionals. The 4 km long section is then rather another stage to the existing trails. The route leads from Hannigalp to Grächen and is intended to convey a roller coaster feeling due to its design with outside curve elevations and waves.

Service for bike and biker in Hotel Gädi

What makes a biker region is not only the numerous trails, but also the service to bike and rider. Bike Hotel Gädi offers a lockable bike room in the house. A washing place next to the house to remove all traces, as well as tools.

For your personal well-being we have a lot in store. Besides a rich and varied breakfast buffet, we also offer a laundry service for your bike clothing.

And the best…

Wellness hotel in Grächen

Whether you want to relax after an intense day with the little ones or after an extensive bike ride, the whirlpool, sauna and vitarium will definitely help you regenerate. Our wellness area was completely renovated in 2016.

Tips from the professional for the active vacations

You are looking for routes, need tips on routes, your bike is damaged or you want to borrow one? This is also possible with us in Grächen, we have a bike store only 1 bike minute away from the hotel. The owner can give you competent answers to your questions.

And one more tip from us. Biking is also possible in winter. Jet over the snowy winter trails with the fatbike or make detours into the powder snow. Would that be something for you? This unique experience is also possible in our tranquil place and times a change for your ski vacations in winter.

Valais stands not only for the perfect biking pleasure, but also for hospitality and vacations with heart. In this sense, who brakes later, is faster longer – or good rides!

Detailed route descriptions on: outdooractive.com