Two mountain bikers riding along a sunny singletrail through the forest in Grächen - pure mountain biking adventure in Valais.
BIKE TIME IN GRÄCHEN

Biking in Valais: discover the most beautiful trails in the Alps

Ready for dirty trails and burning calves? Then it’s time to oil your chain, strap on your helmet and hit the trails for some biking in Valais! Whether you're a newbie on an e-bike or a true pro on your MTB, the Grächen–Visp biking region offers spectacular routes that guarantee full fun – sore muscles and downhill thrills included.

Valais is a paradise for anyone who loves being in the saddle. Countless bike trails lead through sunny valleys and along alpine high routes, past glaciers and mountain lakes. Biking in Valais becomes a true nature experience.

WHERE THE RIDE BEGINS

What awaits you when biking in Grächen

In Grächen, you’ll find the perfect starting point for your bike, e-bike or MTB tours. Grächen offers everything bikers need: bike-friendly accommodation, sports shops with the latest gadgets and plenty of cosy spots to relax after your biking adventures in Grächen.

Root trails, singletracks or wider paths for bike beginners - make your choice! From Grächen, you can easily reach the best trails in Valais: whether in the Mattertal, in Zermatt, on the Moosalp, in Gspon or Visp. The MTB region Grächen-Visp offers everything your biking heart could wish for.

Challenge yourself and your friends on the Grächen Flowtrail, the Mattsand Enduro or the Valais Alpine Bike Tour, and chase your personal best time.

Between dense forests, meadows, alpine terrain and incredible panoramic views, biking in Valais becomes pure flow. Far from crowds, stress and mass tourism, you’ll find your outdoor adventure here in Grächen – and simply better bike holidays.

READY TO RIDE

All the information about biking in Grächen

Ready for unforgettable adventures while biking in Valais? The flyer is packed with exciting offers for cool two-wheel tours and tips for perfect MTB holidays in Grächen. Fun, adrenaline and unforgettable moments are guaranteed. Open the flyer and start planning your next tour in the versatile biking region of Grächen-Visp!

Break your limits

Bike-Time Ticket

The ultimate ticket for your biking adventure in Valais between Grächen and Brig: the physically challenging tour along the Mattsand Enduro Route and the Matterhorn Valley Trail takes you all the way to Stalden. Your well-deserved break comes with fantastic mountain views as you ride the cable car to Gspon. The Gspon Panorama Bike Trail then leads you to the Gibidumpass before continuing on a wide and steep gravel track through the Nanztal down to Brig. A real highlight for all fans of MTB in Valais.

Secure your ticket for a ride on the Stalden–Staldenried–Gspon cable car for just CHF 10.00, including bike transport, instead of CHF 26.50.

Available at the Grächen Tourist Office – valid during the 2025 summer season.

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Free ride!

Oberwalliser Bike Pass

Starting this summer, we are offering a unique cross-regional product for all bikers in Upper Valais. With the Bike Pass, you have unlimited access to all participating mountain lifts – of course with your bike. This means you can experience biking in Valais in a completely new way and discover the best MTB trails and Upper Valais bike parks all summer long with just one pass.

Break your limits

The best bike trails in Grächen

Whether you're an endurance machine or an e-tourer: you decide which top trail in the region you'll challenge yourself on next. Follow the loops and steep climbs tackled by pro riders on the MTB World Championship course, or enjoy the varied descents of the Grächen bike trails – all with breathtaking mountain views included.

The local highlight: the Grächen Flowtrail. With its different variations, it’s our absolute favourite in the race for the title of “Best Trail in Grächen”.

Mountain biking in Grächen
FULL FLOW FOR EVERYONE

Pumptrack

On the asphalted circuit with waves and steep turns, you can really pick up speed on your bike, scooter, skateboard or balance bike – simply by skilful pumping with your body. The pump track is suitable for all levels and is a top tip for families, children, teenagers and adults who are young at heart.

MTB fans in Valais love it, because anyone who practises here rides even better on the trails. It’s the perfect place to train your balance, coordination and technique – and have plenty of fun at the same time.

Bike Park

Ready for your next bike adventure? On the Hannigalp in Grächen, a brand-new bike park awaits you with exciting obstacles, a convenient magic carpet and refreshing snacks at the kiosk. Fun, action and relaxation – all in one place! That’s why the bike park is a popular meeting point for everyone who loves biking in Valais.

EASY PEASY!

Our mountain bike guide

Good news: that wasn’t all! In our Mountain Bike Guide Grächen, you’ll find many more bike and e-bike trails. Whether you’re looking for a relaxed e-bike trip, a family outing in nature or a sporty challenge on an MTB in Valais, you can easily filter the selection based on your needs. You’re sure to find the perfect tour. In Grächen, the motto is: get on your bike and enjoy the ride!

Everything at a glance

Panorama map of Grächen

The panoramic map gives you everything you need for your biking adventure in Grächen: a detailed village map with altitude information, hiking trails and the mountain railway network in Grächen. Numerous accommodations and shops, as well as local businesses and restaurants, are shown and ready for your visit. Perfect for everyone planning their biking holiday in Valais – or already in the middle of it.

For best performance

Are you missing the right equipment for your bike trip?

You’ll find the best bikes and the coolest accessories for your bike adventure in Grächen right here in the village. The sports shops in Grächen offer high-quality bikes and everything you need for biking in the Valais.

Also nice: if you’ve left your beloved bike at home, you can rent top-modern bike models from ONE Sports in Grächen!

One day – many highlights

Our events for bike fans in Grächen

In Grächen, we celebrate biking! And even away from the many trails, we offer you special experiences – to join in, laugh, marvel and spend time together. Check the dates now and be part of it!

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Hotels & holiday apartments

Restaurant guide

A child swinging at the forest playground in Grächen - an ideal excursion destination in Valais for families with children.

Create family memories

Your family album has empty pages? Fill them with photos of your adventure time biking and hiking with your children in Valais!

Pack your camera and let's go

Hop on your bike!

Epic trails with dreamlike panoramas: in the Grächen–Visp bike region, you can make the absolute most of your time on two wheels!

On the saddle, get set, go

Explore Grächen in hiking boots

Adrenalin rushes & dizzying heights or relaxation on leisurely hiking trails: We’ll provide you with ideas and inspiration for your Hiking Time!

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Must-climb: Matterhorn

The Matterhorn is on your bucket list? Grächen is the perfect starting point for conquering Switzerland’s iconic peak!

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Two cool

Feel the sun on your skin and discover the romantic mountain summer in Grächen together.

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Family memories in the snow

The family album needs new highlights? Capture unforgettable winter moments while skiing, sledging or playing in the snow.

Cap on and off into the snow

BFF-Vibes only!

Chilling, chatting, laughing – in Grächen, your time together is priceless. Here, BFFs celebrate friendship with plenty of fun and unforgettable moments.

Just us and new memories

Time together in a winter wonderland

Snuggle up and enjoy magical winter moments together in Grächen.

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A souvenir from Grächen

Immerse yourself in the world of Grächen and take a little holiday happiness home with you! Buy Grächen vouchers and souvenirs for your loved ones.

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Corporate events on the Hannigalp

With teambuilding in Grächen, corporate events become unforgettable moments filled with team spirit, creativity and inspiration.

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Mountain wedding

A wedding as unique as your love - how does that sound? The Hannigalp in Grächen offers everything you need to make your dream wedding in the Swiss mountains come true.

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