Vernayaz, a municipality in the district of Saint-Maurice in the canton of Valais, Switzerland, is situated within the Rhône Valley. The region is characterized by its dramatic gorges, impressive waterfalls, and historical routes, providing a diverse landscape for outdoor pursuits. This environment supports several sports like road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, hiking, and more.
For those seeking outdoor activities in Vernayaz, the region provides more than 20 routes across several sports like road cycling,…
110
Routes
4.5
(221)
Average rating
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5.0
(2)
653
riders
95.6km
06:37
2,750m
2,750m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.6
(11)
454
riders
50.0km
03:04
1,300m
1,300m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.8
(4)
337
riders
65.8km
05:03
2,520m
2,520m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
(11)
398
riders
46.4km
02:37
1,060m
1,060m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
(7)
201
riders
44.7km
06:19
2,120m
2,120m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.1
(8)
115
riders
36.4km
04:35
1,730m
1,730m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.1
(8)
59
riders
32.2km
04:47
1,790m
1,790m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.5
(6)
38
riders
24.2km
03:04
1,190m
1,190m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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44
runners
11.5km
02:00
600m
600m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

42
runners
5.73km
01:11
450m
450m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

27
runners
13.6km
01:33
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
runners
8.89km
01:00
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(2)
33
riders
44.7km
05:07
2,180m
2,180m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
(1)
26
riders
18.8km
02:03
880m
870m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
riders
16.7km
01:44
810m
810m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(34)
439
riders
53.6km
03:03
120m
120m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
(2)
21
hikers
24.9km
12:14
2,320m
2,320m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

2
hikers
19.3km
09:17
1,490m
1,490m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.6
(22)
232
hikers
6.76km
02:42
450m
450m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.8
(10)
109
hikers
10.9km
04:02
590m
590m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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13
riders
33.9km
03:36
1,100m
1,100m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
35
riders
44.9km
03:43
1,330m
1,330m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
riders
42.9km
02:51
460m
460m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(2)
19
riders
23.2km
01:55
700m
700m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
10
hikers
11.1km
05:03
950m
950m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

11
hikers
10.6km
06:29
1,060m
1,060m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
(1)
9
hikers
9.09km
03:25
470m
480m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

8
hikers
9.74km
03:18
450m
450m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Vernayaz offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Hiking, Jogging, Gravel biking, and Mountaineering. The region features over 20 routes, with an average rating of 4.56 stars from more than 47,000 visitors on komoot.
Vernayaz is known for its dramatic gorges and impressive waterfalls. Notable features include the Pissevache Waterfall and the spectacular Gorges du Trient, which also encompass the Gorges du Durnand Waterfalls. The Rhône Valley provides diverse landscapes for exploration.
Vernayaz offers diverse hiking opportunities, including historical routes. The Route des Diligences is a 13-kilometer (8-mile) path cherished by hikers. Further details on routes are available in the Hiking around Vernayaz guide.
Road cycling routes in Vernayaz explore the varied terrain, from the Rhône plain to more challenging mountainous areas. Specific options can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Vernayaz guide. The region is suitable for different cycling styles.
Vernayaz is well-suited for mountain biking, with trails that allow exploration of the village and its natural surroundings. The historic Route des Diligences is also suitable for mountain bikers, offering 13 kilometers (8 miles) through natural landscapes. More routes are detailed in the MTB Trails around Vernayaz guide.
Vernayaz offers various cycling routes, some of which are suitable for families. Guides such as Traffic-free bike rides around Vernayaz provide options that may be appropriate for family outings.
The Dent de Valerette Summit is a challenging ascent for experienced adventurers. It offers panoramic views of the Rhône Valley, Lake Geneva, and the Dents du Midi. This summit is a notable feature for mountaineering in the region.
Vernayaz is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 47,000 visitors having explored routes in the region. The routes have received an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 stars from over 1,700 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Vernayaz, including Road Cycling Routes around Vernayaz, MTB Trails around Vernayaz, and Hiking around Vernayaz. There are also guides for touring cycling, running, and gravel biking.
The official website for the municipality of Vernayaz is www.vernayaz.ch. It provides additional information about the region.
The Administration communale de Vernayaz can be contacted by phone at +41 (0)27 764 22 10. This number connects to the local administration offices.

