Bike Park Châtel

Bike Park Châtel is one of the best-known bike parks in the Portes du Soleil, in the Haute-Savoie Alps on the French–Swiss border. The Châtel bike park at Pré-la-Joux and Plaine Dranse has around 20 downhill trails, two slopestyle courses and direct links into the huge Portes du Soleil MTB area.

What to expect at Bike Park Châtel

• Around 20 downhill trails, from flowing beginner-friendly runs to steep, technical lines
• Two slopestyle courses, including a pro-level line
• Two bike lifts at Pré-la-Joux (Pierre-Longue and Rochassons chairlifts)
• About 90 km of marked MTB trails around Châtel, linked to the Portes du Soleil resorts in France and Switzerland
• Bike wash at Pré-la-Joux; helmet and protective gear are compulsory in the bike park

Season and tickets

The bike park opens in summer, usually from late June to mid-September, daily from about 9:15 to 17:15, with some early-season weekends in June. A Châtel day pass costs from about €33 for adults, lift packs start from 3 ascents, and Portes du Soleil passes let you ride across the whole area.

Book a ride at Bike Park Châtel

See passes, trail status and opening dates on the official Bike Park Châtel page. Want a local to show you the best lines? Find mountain bike guides or browse more bike parks on MTB Guides.