Signposted routes
![Signposted routes Valais Rhone Bramois Wallis Schweiz Switzerland Suisse](https://images.ctfassets.net/ukaa6ik2569a/1cukhj0SUgrYuIr6ouWyWe/ce2838c9ea8d9d5ea4bedcb7f237d954/Signalisierung-Velorouten-Wallis_Lindaphoto.ch__1_.jpg?f=center&w=3840&fm=jpg&q=80&fit=fill)
For a satisfying and rewarding cycle ride, nothing beats a steady mountain ascent with glorious views.
Valais has many such routes, thanks to its special topography, clearly marked for a smooth ride. Set off from the valley floor to reach a variety of summits, dams or mountain passes: choose according to your mood. News signs with detailed descriptions along some of the finest routes will delight hill climbers and fans of thrilling hairpin bends and steep gradients.
10.35 km 1:30 h Medium
Col des Planches – Legendary Mountain Passes
Martigny
![Aufstieg Col des Planches](https://img.oastatic.com/img2/44758950/1536x1536/.jpg)
10.72 km 1:15 h Medium
Col de Champex (Bovernier) – Legendary Mountain Passes
Martigny
![Velofahrer in Champex-Lac, im Hintergrund der See](https://img.oastatic.com/img2/44758188/1536x1536/.jpg)
11.20 km 1:20 h Difficult
Col du Lein (Vollèges) – Legendary Mountain Passes
Vollèges
![Aufstieg Col du Lein (aus Vollèges)](https://img.oastatic.com/img2/44759020/1536x1536/.jpg)
18.27 km 1:45 h Difficult
Mauvoisin - Trophy of the Dams
Le Châble
![Auf dem Weg zum Mauvoisin-Staudamm](https://img.oastatic.com/img2/44648011/1536x1536/.jpg)