Mountain biking in La Clusaz

La Clusaz in Haute-Savoie is an unspoilt French mountain town situated at lower altitude than some of the more famous high alpine resorts. As such, it’s often overlooked as a mountain bike destination for travelling bikers, but La Clusaz has got its mountain bike trails right. The perfect gradient coupled with singletrack through the trees means there’s some classic riding to be had on quiet, unspoilt trails. La Clusaz is part of the wider Aravis area which contains a further three small resorts and combined make this a superb area for a mountain biking holiday.

La Clusaz offers diverse trails for all levels and riding styles. There are well-marked trails for downhill, enduro, cross-country, and e-biking. Riders can explore scenic routes across the alpine landscape, with panoramic views and a variety of biking experiences.

With 125 km of varied trails, including 9 downhill/enduro tracks, 11 cross-country circuits, La Clusaz features scenic routes, a family-friendly bike park, a dedicated North Shore zone, and technical tracks like the famous Trace du Bélier.

Whether you’re looking for lift-accessed adrenaline-pumping downhill or relaxed riding through the spectacular mountain scenery, La Clusaz has something to offer. And there’s plenty of bike rental shops, MTB instruction, and guided rides available.