Valmorel – Madeleine Pass loop from Les Avanchers-Valmorel

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Les Avanchers-Valmorel

Valmorel – Madeleine Pass loop from Les Avanchers-Valmorel

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Valmorel – Madeleine Pass loop from Les Avanchers-Valmorel

03:09

27.8km

1,020m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 5, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 15.2 km for 4.60 km

Closed: • October(End)-May(End) (otherwise open)

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644 m

Valmorel

Highlight • Settlement

Valmorel is best known for being an essential winter resort. In summer it is the starting point for many bike rides. It has a charming little center.

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14.9 km

Madeleine Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

A classic climb for the col baggers, but it's not just one for the roadies as it's accessible via off-road routes too. Although off-road access from the north is more …

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15.2 km

Fin de la Madeleine

Highlight • Other

The last few meters of this relentless climb.

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15.2 km

Auberge 'la Banquise

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Restaurant at the top of the Col de la Madelaine, very welcoming for cyclists. An extensive menu, with specialities such as local flavour baskets.

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15.2 km

Col de la Madeleine

Highlight • Mountain Pass

The Col de la Madeleine from La Chambre is 19km long with a total drop of 1522m. The average gradient is 8% with maximum gradients of 13.5%. On the north …

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