Mountain Bike Route No. 2 – The Saint-Nicolas Escape

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Elevation : 1833m
3823 route des Crêtes, Le Bettex / Mont d'Arbois, 74170 Saint-Gervais-les-Bains

Description

From the top of the Bettex/Mont d’Arbois cable car, follow this route with a view of Mont Blanc. With a mix of technical descents, high-altitude runs and forest sections, enjoy this challenging route with stunning mountain views.
The route begins heading towards Mont-Joux before a first climb leading to the Col de Christ, situated beyond the top of the Croix du Christ chairlift, on the path to the Chalet du Mont-Joly. From the pass, the route descends towards Déchappieu and then Le Gouet, alternating between high-altitude trails, technical sections and more challenging stretches. Once you reach Plan de la Croix via the forest track, the route continues its descent towards Porcherey. It is only towards the end of the route that the trail becomes smoother, following the Val Montjoie path to reach Saint-Gervais at a leisurely pace. Wearing a helmet and protective gear is strongly recommended; a mountain bike suitable for downhill riding with an appropriate braking system is required. A mountain biking guide is available from all bike hire companies in the valley as well as at the Tourist Information Offices.

Services

Picnic area
Bar / Refreshment bar
Toilets
Animals accepted

From 01/05 to 01/10 daily.

Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Environment

  • Mountain view
  • Panoramic view
  • Lake view
  • Mountain location
Updated on 10 June 2026 at 13:31
by Office de Tourisme de Saint-Gervais Mont-Blanc
(Offer identifier : 5876971)
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