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MTB trail the Vink Line - Middle section

Blue downhill track which has been totally reshaped in 2017 and 2020 and starts from Plaine Dranse.

Sport MTB trail the Vink Line - Middle section Châtel

About

Departing from Châtel (74390)
Vertical drop : 300m
Distance : 1.8km
Signed walking trail

One kilometre long, it is very accessible for riders of all levels and serves the Ric & Rac, the middle part of the People and the Fluid trails.

Itinerary
Altitude max : 1619m
Vertical drop : 300m

Signs

All the jumps of the Mountain Bike Park have some security signs. Be careful not to overestimate your level. Take your marks before sending any jumps.

Topoguides references

Mountain bike guide Châtel / Portes du Soleil, free of charge, available at the tourist office and at the ski lift ticket offices.

Prices

Summer 2024 prices:

At the lift tickets offices:

1 ascent: adult: €9.50 - Children: €7.10
3 ascents with MTB - set price: €21
6 ascents with MTB - set price: €35 10 ascents with MTB - set price: €50

Online :

1 ascent: adult: €9 - Children: €6.70
3 ascents with MTB - set price: €20
6 ascents with MTB - set price: €33.30 10 ascents with MTB - set price: €47.50

Adult: 16 yrs old and over - Children: 5-15 yrs old

Portes du Soleil passes form 5 hours to 13 days and for the season.

Methods of payment accepted : American Express, Bank/credit card, Travellers Cheque, Cash, Online payment, Connect Travellers Cheque, Contactless payment

Reception

Animals not allowed

At the foot of the Bike Park you will find :
- a large car park
- a car wash
- ski lift ticket offices
- toilets Food and drinks : at the bottom of the Bike Park and at Plaine Dranse you'll find several bars / restaurants
- a first-aid post

Period of practice

From 14/06 to 16/06/2024, daily between 10 am and 4.45 pm.

From 21/06 to 12/07/2024, daily.
Friday 12 July open until 7.15pm.

From 13/07 to 25/08/2024
Opening hours on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday between 9 am and 5.15 pm. On Friday between 9 am and 7.15 pm.

From 26/08 to 01/09/2024, daily between 9.15 am and 5.15 pm.

From 07/09 to 22/09/2024, every Saturday and Sunday between 10 am and 4.45 pm.

Access

Plaine Dranse 74390 Châtel
Departing from : Châtel (74390)
Latitude : 46.218376 - Longitude : 6.793987

To get to the Bike Park by car, head towards "Linga / Pré la Joux" from the village centre and continue for 7km. There is a large car park at the foot of the Pierre-Longue chairlift.
You can also take the free shuttle bus in July and August (Line 1) from the village centre. These buses are equipped to carry bicycles.

More informations

Information update on 19/04/2024 by Châtel Tourisme