CHÂTEL CHABLAIS LÉMAN RACE
Two types of terrain and different distances for beginners or experienced cyclists, for an unforgettable day in an idyllic setting between lake and mountains in the heart of the Portes du Soleil.
The proposed routes, between France and Switzerland, will take in exceptional panoramas. During this 7th edition, you can choose from 5 routes:
Saturday June 21st :
*Gravel Discovery - 53km - positive altitude difference : 790m.
Departure from Châtel Centre at 8 a.m.
*Gravel Ultra - 94km - positive altitude differenc: 1640m.
Start from Châtel Centre at 8am.
Sunday June 22nd :
*Road Big circuit - 141km - positive altitude difference: 2400m.
Departure from Châtel Centre at 8am - arrival at Châtel Centre
*Road Medium circuit - 114km - positive altitude difference: 1580m.
Departure Châtel Centre at 8:30 am - arrival Châtel Centre
*Road Small circuit - 64km - positive altitude difference: 1940m.
Departure from Aigle (UCI) at 9am - Arrival Châtel Centre
On both days, a village of exhibitors will welcome you throughout the day in the centre of Châtel.
THE PEDESTRIAN PASS'PORTES (WALKING TOUR)
The Pass’Portes Pédestre offers companions the chance to set off on a 3-4 hour hike (8-16km) on foot. They can meet up with their cycling friends at the 1 to 2 refreshment points per route.
€19 per person. Friday 27, Saturday 28 or Sunday 29 June 2025.
Free Multi Pass!
At the end of the day, take advantage of all the benefits of the Multi Pass, included in registration for the ‘Pass’Portes Pédestre’. This multi-activity card gives you access to over 60 unlimited activities in the 12 resorts of the Portes du Soleil.
PASS'PORTES GRAVEL
Come and try out gravel biking in the Portes du Soleil! Discover the Portes du Soleil in a different way with the Pass'Portes du Soleil Gravel.
For lovers of asphalt and gravel, but also of uneven terrain, we offer you an exclusive route. We'll take you away from the bike parks to discover the beauty of our Portes du Soleil domain, without forgetting the local refreshments, of course!
For its 3rd edition, the gravel course takes place over 1 day: Saturday June 28, 2025, starting from the Salon du VTT in Les Gets.
With 50% roads and 50% trails, we take you on an original loop between lakes and mountains. There's also a lift along the way, so you can relax while admiring the panorama.
CHÂTEL: FINISH OF THE WOMEN'S TOUR DE FRANCE 2025
After welcoming the 9th stage of the Tour de France in 2022, Châtel, with the support of the Haute-Savoie department, is getting back in touch with a major cycling event and will be rolling out the pink carpet for the 4th edition of the TOUR DE FRANCE FEMMES with ZWIFT.
The 9-stage Tour de France Féminin 2025 will run from the 26th of July to the 3rd of August, starting in Vannes and finishing in Châtel.
The 9th and final 124km stage will take the ladies from Praz-sur-Arly to Châtel!
LA BELLE DIMANCHE: THE MOUNTAIN PASTURES FESTIVAL (47TH EDITION)
La Belle Dimanche – Traditional Festival in Châtel
One of the oldest Savoyard festivals, La Belle Dimanche celebrates shepherds, their animals, and local craftsmanship.
Highlights:
– Arrival of shepherds and herds
– Open-air mass & blessing of cattle
– Artisan stalls: woodwork, pottery, jewellery, local products
– Entertainment: folk music, alphorns, brass bands
– Food & drink stands, games, and family-friendly activities