Pas de Morgins from Monthey

Route overview

This ride suits cyclists prepared for a challenging 14.5 km climb with nearly 1000 m of elevation gain.

A 14.5 km climb from Monthey to Pas de Morgins in Switzerland with 959 m elevation gain.

Starting near Monthey, the route begins with a climb at 0.6 km that continues for 13.9 km gaining 957 m elevation to finish at 1381 m. The profile is mostly climbing with 88% of the route ascending, including 9.3 km over 5% gradient, and stretches of steep pitches reaching up to 17%, especially concentrated in the middle to later sections. The ride uses mainly paved surfaces (90%), with a small portion of gravel or unpaved (5%) and unmapped sections (5%). Most of the route is on main roads (9.2 km) without cycle lanes; a quiet street section covers 3.6 km, and about 1.5 km is on a path. The longest named road ridden is the 201, used for 9 km. Facilities close to the route start include cafés, supermarkets, bike shops, a station, and restaurants. Services become sparse from 6.1 to 12.2 km, where there is a 6.1 km stretch without cafés, shops, or water. Bailout points and medical facilities are generally available before the climb's steeper middle section.

Highlights

• Climb to 1381 m at Pas de Morgins
• Steep gradients up to 17%
• Route mostly on main road 201
• The Gorges of the river Vieze viewpoint near km 1.5

Practical information

Surface

Paved

Route shape

Point to point

Riding time

1 h 02 min

Know before you go

• 6.1 km without café, shop or water from km 6.1 to 12.2
• 9.2 km on main roads without cycle lanes
• 5.2 km on roads with speed limits 80 km/h or higher
• Steep gradients up to 17% over 13.9 km climb

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