From September 3 to 7, 2025, Monthey will take center stage as the world capital of Pump Track, hosting the 2025 Velosolutions UCI Pump Track World Championships.
The world’s top riders will go head-to-head on a demanding course, delivering high-speed action and thrilling moments in a spectacular setting—right in the heart of Valais.
Valais 2025 will mark the history of mountain biking with two weeks of competition, from 30 August to 14 September 2025, bringing together, for the first time, all eight mountain bike disciplines in a single host region.
Full schedule for all disciplines
Access to pump track is free of charge, there are VIP packages available here,From 30 August to 14 September 2025, the Valais will be hosting the biggest Mountain Bike World Championships ever!
Buy your tickets for the following competitions:
– Cross-Country Olympic in Crans-Montana
– Downhill in Champéry – Portes du Soleil.
Access to the other events is free, you will have access to the village area and the competition sites without a ticket.
Book your VIP experience.
Book your VIP tickets for Monthey, Champéry, Zermatt and Crans-Montana. You’ll have access to a VIP zone and a Valais gastronomic offer.
From August 30 to September 14, 2025, the Valais region will transform into the global capital of mountain biking by hosting the UCI Mountain Bike World Championships. Sion, at the heart of this exceptional event, will kick off the festivities with an extraordinary opening weekend on August 30 and 31.
The program includes highlights such as the Castle Ride BCVS, a spectacular downhill race combining freestyle and speed; a world record attempt with over 2,000 cyclists; a grand Opening Show featuring unique artistic performances; and a festive exhibition village. An unforgettable weekend blending sports, culture, and conviviality, celebrating the passion for cycling and the treasures of Valais!
Find the best ways to travel to Valais and its venues during the 2025 UCI Mountain Bike World Championships.
Getting around Valais.
Valais is exceptionally well connected, offering a wide range of sustainable transport options to reach all competition sites. As part of our commitment to hosting an environmentally friendly UCI Mountain Bike World Championships, we encourage visitors to travel by bike or use public transportation. Trains and buses provide a peaceful and scenic way to explore the region, while convenient connections via Postbus, cable car, and funicular make getting to each venue easy and comfortable.
Take your bike on buses and trains.
Exploring the valleys of Valais with your mountain bike couldn’t be easier, thanks to the region’s extensive bus and train network offering bike-friendly services. From mid-May to mid-October, over 40 bus routes accommodate mountain bikes, with buses equipped with racks or trailers for convenient transport. Trains across Valais also feature special bike racks. As space for bikes is limited, we recommend reserving your spot in advance via the SBB Mobile app or online at sbb.ch.
