La Thuile Bike Park
Resorts: La Thuile
The MTB Natural Trail Area of La Thuile is a paradise for those who love mountain biking and extends from 2,600 meters. of altitude of Chaz Dura and goes down for over 1,200 mt. to the center of the village of La Thuile.
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Summer 2024: from 22nd June to 8th September
For MTB lovers, the large bike park guarantees lots of adrenaline and fun on over 220 km of routes and is served by the Bosco Express chairlift which starts from the town and Chalet Express chairlift in altitude.
The trails in the wild nature have been the scene of national and international competitions such as Enduro World Series, Superenduro, Internazionali d’Italia and Junior Series Cross Country.
The MTB Natural Trail Area of La Thuile is a paradise for those who love mountain biking and extends from 2,600 meters. of altitude of Chaz Dura and goes down for over 1,200 mt. to the center of the village of La Thuile.
Enveloped by a powerful mountain, capable of rebalancing body and mind in a natural way, it offers to beginners and experts opportunities to cycle enjoying a spectacular view of Mont Blanc.
This year, moreover, will be proposed paths and circuits not only to gravity lovers, but also to those who use mountain bikes, on which stretches it’s possible to alternate soft descents alternate with easy climbs, by e-bikes. Do not miss the new international connection with La Rosière, created as part of the Alcotra “4 Nouvelles liaisons” project which can be tackled either entirely by bike, or using the chairlifts on both sides in order to reduce the difference in height, thus making this path accessible to all. For more information: https://www.espacesanbernardo.eu
And for those who are beginners?
The Cycling School, coordinated by instructors of the La Thuile Mountain Bike School,are part of the Italian cycling federation, offers guided tours in the area and lessons for beginners, children and experts to learn and improve MTB technique, in an extremely energetic natural context.
The office is located near the departure of the Bosco Express chairlift
It offers various routes with structures and equipment to develop balance and correct position on the bike, a dual slalom track and a path for the balance bike, the balance bike designed for the little ones
Another novelty is the pump track: a track full of curves and bumps, where you can ride your bike without pedaling, but only moving in the right way with your body and your bike. But that’s not all: it’s in fact a great way to train your skills even on skates, skateboard or scooter.
- Adrenaline courses
- Touristic trails suitable for everyone
- Paths and special structures for children
- Qualified teachers available
- Pump tracks
See also
La Scuola di MTB La Thuile, aperta da giugno a settembre è composta da maestri della Federazione Ciclistica Italiana e coordina tutte le attività del Bike Park e del Campo Scuola, un ampio spazio in zona Planibel, vicino alla partenza della seggiovia, …
Note - this information is not directly connected to the Cammino Balteo path but it is part of the Aosta Valley tourist offer.