If you want to combine relaxation and gravel cycling in a single day, this activity has been designed for you! Discover majestic landscapes on our many gravel bike routes and relax at the end of the day at the Bains de Villars.
The Alpes Vaudoises are the perfect playground for gravel biking, a new discipline halfway between road biking and mountain biking. Immerse yourself in the heart of our natural, gastronomic and cultural heritage by exploring our specially adapted routes from Villars or Gryon.
Recommended routes :
- The Col de la Croix gravel route: 4hrs 10mins, 1704 D+
- Between plain and mountain gravel route: 2hrs 30mins, 1404 D+.
Please note that some sections may require you to dismount.
After completing your itinerary at your own pace, come and enjoy a moment of relaxation in the wellness area of the Bains de Villars (closes at 8 or 9pm depending on the day of the week). With its heated outdoor swimming pool offering an unforgettable view of the Dents du Midi and its hammams, saunas and relaxation room, you'll recover quickly from your morning exertions!
In the event of cancellation, change of booking or no-show, the service provider will deduct the full amount of the booking. In the event of particularly bad weather, please contact the supplier at info@paragonsport.ch to arrange a refund or postponement of the booking.
Gravel hire :
A brochure listing the five favourite gravel routes of gravel specialist Alain Rumpf is available here.
The routes are not signposted and are recommendations only. We accept no responsibility in the event of an accident.
Feel free to download the GPX map of your route.
Helmets are not included. Helmets can be hired on site for CHF 10.
Bains de Villars :
All the practical information about the Bains de Villars is available here .
Magnetic bracelet
- A magnetic bracelet is required for entry to the Spa: a deposit of CHF 10 in cash is required in addition to the entry fee.
- Holders of Magic Pass/Carte Bienvenue & Fidélité/vouchers who pay the deposit with their card will be asked to pay a deposit of CHF 12. A deposit of CHF 10 will be refunded to your card on departure.
Online purchase
- All holders of tickets purchased online must go to the ticket office to collect the magnetic wristband.
- If you have a reduced-price ticket (Carte Fidelité, Carte Bienvenue, Carte Indigène), you will be asked to show proof of entitlement when you go to the ticket office. If not, a supplement will be charged. Please take your receipt with you.
Meeting place
Two separate locations to collect your gravel (depending on customer choice)
From 9am:
- Paragon Sport (Rte de Solalex 15, 1882 Gryon)
- Mc Board (Rue Centrale 117, 1884 Villars-sur-Ollon)
Return to the same shop by 5pm the same day at the latest
Time
Gravel rental possible from 9 am, return to the gravel store (Paragon Sport or Mc Board) by 5 pm of the same day at the latest.
Bains de Villars open Sunday to Thursday from 9 am to 8 pm, Friday and Saturday from 9 am to 9 pm.
From CHF 50.-
Services included
All-day gravel bike hire at Paragon Sport or Mc Board (Norco and Ghost brands)
(optional): Admission to the Bains de Villars. Valid only on the same day.
Please note: helmets are not included in the price. You can hire one on site for CHF 10.
