Finhaut from Martigny

Route overview

This ride suits cyclists capable of sustained, steep climbing over 2047 m in 30.5 km.

A 30.5 km ride from Martigny, Switzerland, climbing 2047 m to Finhaut.

The route starts at Martigny at 475 m and immediately faces a steep climb beginning at 1.5 km that lasts for 10.2 km, gaining 1035 m at an average gradient of 10.2% with a maximum of 22.6%, reaching 1525 m. This first climb accounts for more than half the elevation gain. After a descent of up to 3.5 km starting around 14.5 km, the second climb starts at 17.7 km, rising 939 m over 12 km at an average of 7.9% with a maximum of 14.5% towards the peak elevation of 2019 m reached near 29.7 km. The ride finishes near the Lac d'Émosson dam area. The surface is predominantly paved (92%) with minor gravel or unpaved sections (6%) and a small amount unmapped (2%). The route primarily uses minor roads (55%), main roads (27%) without cycle lanes along 8 km, quiet streets (10%), paths and tracks (9%). The longest named roads are the 203 and Route d'Émosson, each ridden for 8.5 km. The route passes through multiple small places including Plan-Cerisier, Martigny-Croix, and Le Perrey early on. Food and drink options include a bakery and supermarket near the start, and restaurants and cafés at 8.9, 13.3, 19.9 and 28.3 km. Water points are available four times en route. Bailout points are at Martigny-Croix (2.2 km), Finhaut (20.5 km) and Lac d'Émosson (28.3 km).

Highlights

• Steep first climb: 10.2 km at 10.2%, max 22.6%
• Second climb: 12 km gain of 939 m at 7.9%
• Start at Martigny (475 m)
• Finish near Lac d'Émosson at 2019 m

Practical information

Surface

Paved

Route shape

Point to point

Riding time

2 h 11 min

Know before you go

• 8 km on main roads without cycle lane
• 7.3 km on roads with 80 km/h+ speed limit
• 6.4 km longest stretch without café, shop or water from 2.5 to 8.9 km

Routes are for inspiration. Roads, surfaces and conditions change — check locally and ride within your limits.