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Enduro MTB shuttles in swiss Alps · VTT & E-Bike · Switzerland

Guided MTB enduro shuttle day in the Central Valais 3/4: four valleys, over 5'000 m of descent for advanced riders

Five rotations minimum from Martigny, between the Val d'Hérens, Anniviers and Crans-Montana: four valleys with distinctly different characters, with the Grande Dixence dam and the 4'000-metre peaks as a backdrop.

35 km 5'000 m of descent Technical 3/4 Physical 2/4 14 riders max.
Distance
35 km
Descent
5'000 m
Technical
3/4 Check my level
Physical
2/4
Group
14 max.
Start
Martigny-Combe 9h00
Languages
FR EN DE
In short

The highlights

Five rotations minimum from Martigny, between the Val d'Hérens, Anniviers and Crans-Montana: four valleys with distinctly different characters, with the Grande Dixence dam and the 4'000-metre peaks as a backdrop. Over 5'000 m of vertical drop on trails built for rhythm, between banked corners, jumps, wide lines and more technical passages that call for precision. Advanced level, local guide, zero climbing.

  • Over 5'000 m of descent, zero climbingFive rotations minimum, the van does the work: all you think about is going down.
  • Four valleys, four moodsHérens, Anniviers, Crans-Montana: the terrain changes with every rotation, no two runs alike.
  • Rhythm as the common threadBanked corners, jumps and lines that flow, with just enough precision needed in the more technical sections.
  • A local guide who rides fastHe picks the trails according to the season and the conditions, and runs the group smoothly, for maximum rhythm.
  • The end-of-day beerWe finish the way it should be, around a beer on us before heading back to Martigny.
MARTIGNY-COMBE Meeting point © OpenStreetMap
The area, not the track: our routes are on no app. The line comes on the day.
Day by day

The program

Rhythm as the common thread, the Central Valais as the setting

This shuttle day takes you onto the most rhythmic trails of the Central Valais, with at least five shuttle rotations and over 5'000 m of vertical drop on the counter. Departure and return from Martigny: you have nothing to organise, the Exo'bus picks you up and brings you back once the last descent is done.

In the Val d'Hérens, the trails link tight corners and short pedal sections through the beautiful forests around Thyon, on ground that calls for precision without ever breaking the rhythm, with the Grande Dixence dam as a backdrop. In Anniviers, the terrain opens up and the trails gain speed: wide lines, solid berms and views running out to the surrounding summits. On the Crans-Montana side, the tracks alternate jumps, banked corners and fast forest sections, cut out for the pleasure of speed.

Your guide, a Swiss Cycling certified instructor and still an active racer, picks the trails according to the season, the group's level and the day's conditions. He runs the group smoothly, with regrouping points in the right places, for a day that never quite repeats itself.

The day ends the way it should, around a cold beer on us before heading back to Martigny in the Exo'bus.

Ready for your 3/4 shuttle day in the Central Valais? Limited places: book yours.

Distance
35 km
Descent
5'000 m+
95 CHF per person

What is included

Included

  • Local professional MTB guide, Swiss Cycling certified (fr/en/de)
  • All transfers by private shuttle (Exo'bus), to and from Martigny
  • At least five shuttle uplifts during the day
  • Mechanical support and spare bike
  • Riding tips
  • The end-of-day beer
  • Souvenir photos

Not included

  • MTB or e-bike and protection rental (optional, in the registration form)
  • Packed lunch and drinks
  • Personal insurance
  • Tips
  • Anything not listed under « Included »

Options at registration

  • Bike rentalfrom 90 CHF
  • Protections & accessoriesfrom 9 CHF

Book them in the registration form. Give us your size, we handle the rest.

Ready to ride

Your equipment

Your bike

Five long runs and over 5'000 m of vertical drop: on a day like this, your bike and your brakes work non-stop.

The bike

  • Full-suspension MTB or e-bike, 150 to 180 mm of travel, fully serviced (no DH bikes or dual-crown forks)
  • Mixed-terrain tyres, 2.4" or wider, reinforced casings, set up tubeless with fresh sealant
  • Dropper post
  • New or very good brake pads, 200 mm rotors recommended
  • Charged battery if e-bike

Spare parts

  • 1 compatible derailleur hanger
  • 1 inner tube
  • 1 set of brake pads
  • 1 quick link matching your chain

No suitable bike? We offer MTB or e-bike rental, to be booked in the registration form.

Your gear

On you

  • Open-face MTB helmet or helmet with removable chin bar
  • Sunglasses
  • Knee pads (elbow pads recommended)
  • Long-finger gloves
  • Bike clothes suited to the day's weather

In the backpack (or hip pack with a separate back protector)

  • Back protector
  • Rain-resistant windbreaker
  • Repair kit: tyre levers, tubeless plugs, multitool, chain tool, pump or CO2 cartridges
  • First-aid kit
  • Sunscreen
  • Packed lunch, snacks and something to drink (bottles can be refilled regularly)
  • Charged mobile phone

Good news: we meet the Exo'bus at every rotation, so you can leave in it anything you don't need for the descent.

Before you book

Good to know

Required level

These days are graded by level, and this one is rated 3/4: varied alpine singletracks, with sustained gradient, roots and rock, and long fast sections. You need an advanced level, to be at ease on your bike on technical terrain and able to link five long runs in the day.

See the level scale

New to shuttles, or after more flowing trails? Have a look at our level 2/4 shuttle days. If in doubt, write to us before signing up: we'll point you to the right day in two minutes.

Location and times

Meeting in the morning in Martigny, bikes loaded into the Exo'bus, and back to the starting point in the late afternoon. The spot of the day is picked to suit the conditions; the exact place and time are confirmed with the practical details after registration.

Meals

Bring a packed lunch: depending on the spot, there isn't always somewhere to buy food along the way. Bottles can be refilled regularly, and a few snacks never hurt. We meet the Exo'bus at every rotation and for the lunch break.

Climate

The Valais generally offers ideal riding conditions. If the weather is uncertain, the programme adapts and the spots are chosen the day before according to the forecast; if the day looks really bad, it's postponed at no cost to you.

Safety

Small group, professional Swiss Cycling guide who knows every corner of these trails, checked gear, a briefing before every descent, mandatory protection. The guide runs the group smoothly, with regrouping points in the right places: we ride hard, but nobody is left alone.

Ready to ride?

Convinced? If your gear matches the programme, hit the registration button and book your spot: small group, limited places, and they go fast.

Planning to come back several times this season? The Exo'Pass gives you ten shuttle days for the price of eight.

No date suits you, or you'd rather ride just with your group? We also run these days privately, on the date that suits you: request your private day.

See the level scale

Christian, Swiss Cycling certified MTB guide and instructor
Your guide on this ride

Christian

Swiss Cycling certified MTB guide and instructor · founder of Exoride

Chris has been organizing MTB shuttles in Valais since 2010, and he's been riding on two wheels since 1989: mountain biking is basically his whole life. A true local who knows the region like the back of his hand and will show you the most beautiful routes around, far from the beaten track.

An enduro enthusiast, Chris also competes alongside his work as a guide. This hands-on racing experience directly feeds into what he brings you on the trail: line choices, trail reading, and technical tips that always hit the mark.

A certified Swiss Cycling instructor, he also drops a few well-placed tips throughout the day to refine your riding, without ever overdoing it: here, the fun of riding always comes first. He always adapts the pace and trail choices to your group, so everyone gets the most out of it.

They rode with Exoride

Reviews

All reviews
Valais

« A splendid day! Incredible trails in Upper Valais, perfectly adapted to the group's level, Chris is super friendly and extremely accommodating! (precious mechanical help on this day when my bike didn't feel like working! :D) »

Dami DLPGoogle
Valais

« Haut Valais outing, perfect weather, what a pleasure.Thanks to Chris and his organization, everything was top-notch! 🚵‍♂️😋🏞🤩 »

Lucien ChatelanGoogle
Valais

« The Best of the Best! Insane singletracks, 6400m of vertical drop, in a superb atmosphere among riders! Just like in Finale 🇮🇹, but in the Valais Region 🇨🇭 🇨🇭 ☀️Can't wait for the next outing with Chris and Exoride! »

Yves ChauffautGoogle
Before you go

Frequently asked questions

How many riders per group?

Generally between six and ten riders: enough for the atmosphere, few enough for the rotations to stay smooth and the group to ride together.

How do I know if level 3/4 is right for me?

This day is ridden on varied alpine singletracks, with sustained gradient, roots and rock: it takes an advanced level and ease on technical terrain. New to shuttles, or after more flowing trails? Have a look at our level 2/4 shuttle days.

Can I come with an e-bike?

Yes, e-bikes are welcome. What matters most: a full-suspension bike, 150 to 180 mm of travel, well serviced, with a charged battery. As the van does the climbing, MTBs and e-bikes ride together without any problem.

Can I rent a bike?

Yes, MTB or e-bike rental and protection are offered as options in the registration form. Give us your size, we take care of the rest.

I'm planning several days: is there a better rate?

Yes: with the Exo'Pass, you buy ten shuttle days and only pay for eight, so two days are on us. It's valid on all our shuttle days in the Valais, whatever the level, and takes two minutes to activate online.

Who is our guide?

A local professional MTB instructor and guide, Swiss Cycling certified, who has been running these shuttle days since 2010 and knows every trail like the back of his hand. He rides with you from the first to the last run, runs the group smoothly for maximum rhythm and gladly shares riding tips.

He is also an active racer, winner of major international enduro mountain bike races in recent seasons: you're in good hands.

What's the typical participant profile?

Riders aged 20 to 65, men and women, with very varied profiles. What matters: having the technical level required for the day and the desire to ride hard in good company.

What kind of riding should I expect?

At least five long runs and over 5'000 m of vertical drop, on routes made up of 99 % trails: long fast forest sections, banked corners and more technical passages, with a spot chosen to suit the day's conditions.

Do I ride all day with all my gear?

No: we meet the Exo'bus at every rotation and for the lunch break, so you can leave your packed lunch and the non-essentials in it and ride with the minimum, protection included.

What if I get tired during the day?

You can easily skip a run and rest in the van for one rotation, then set off again with the group on the next one.

What gear do I need?

An enduro MTB or e-bike in good condition, 150 to 180 mm of travel, with protection: helmet, knee pads, long-finger gloves, back protector. The full list is in the gear tab.

What happens in bad weather?

The spots are chosen the day before according to the forecast, and the Valais often has a dry valley to offer. If the day looks really bad, it's postponed at no cost to you.

Can we book a private shuttle day, with or without a guide?

Yes, in both formats. With a guide, you get exactly what makes our open days good: he picks the trails according to the conditions and the group's level, he manages the group dynamic, which really matters when riders don't know each other and don't all have the same level, and he deals with whatever comes up, mechanicals as well as crashes. That's not for the participants to handle.

A guideless option exists, but the experience isn't the same: it's meant above all for locals who already know the trails well, along with the sensitive points on certain paths, slowing down, erosion or conflicts with other users. For everyone else, we recommend the guided day.

Request your private day

What insurance do I need?

Every participant must be covered for accidents, including on a mountain bike, and hold all the cover needed for mountain biking in the mountains: accidents, personal liability, as well as search, rescue and evacuation costs, helicopter included. For participants coming from abroad, the cover must be valid in Switzerland.

Note: some insurers apply special clauses or even exclusions for bike-park and lift-served riding. Check this point with your insurer before signing up.

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