Col des Montets (FRA) – Mythical Alpine passes

The Col des Montets is probably the easiest of all Valais passes. Once is never — you can do it with ease! The beautiful route from Le Châtelard to the pass summit crosses the track of the Mont-Blanc Express, which runs between Martigny and Chamonix. The holiday resort Vallorcine, located halfway, is worth a detour. And why not continue after arriving at the pass summit towards Argentière and Chamonix?

Our recommendation: technically flawless bike, helmet, gloves, and bell, weather-appropriate clothing (always carry rain protection), drink, and provisions.

Use only marked bike paths and roads and follow the signage. Please close gates and pasture fences behind you. Show consideration for hikers as well as plants and animals. Hikers generally have the right of way. Accurately assess your own abilities and fitness. Riding the various routes is fundamentally at your own risk.

Motorway A9 to Martigny, then continue on E27 to Martigny Combe. From there, take the Forclaz pass road and drive via Trient to Le Châtelard.

Regular trains from all over Switzerland to Martigny. From Martigny, regional train (TMR) to Le Châtelard.

Parking lots in the village of Le Châtelard.

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As a reward at the pass summit, take time to admire the beautiful panorama.