Verbier is famous for its big-mountain terrain and endless opportunities for adventure.
Top adventure sports to do in Verbier
Thrills and adrenaline highs in Verbier
From the legendary slopes of the 4 Vallées to its rugged alpine trails and dramatic mountain peaks, Verbier is made for adventure. Whether you’re chasing steep descents, exploring the high mountains, taking to the air or discovering the landscape at a slower pace, the resort offers unforgettable experiences for every ability and appetite for adventure.
Guides & Tours in Verbier
Ski touring and splitboarding
Escape the busy pistes and explore Verbier’s quieter alpine landscapes on a guided ski touring or splitboarding adventure.
Heliskiing
Heliskiing is the ultimate way to experience Verbier’s dramatic mountain environment. Helicopter drops provide access to remote alpine valleys and untouched snow, with expert guides leading long off-piste descents surrounded by some of the most spectacular scenery in the Swiss Alps.
Climbing and Via Ferrata
Verbier’s surrounding peaks offer a range of climbing experiences, from beginner-friendly rock routes to exposed Via Ferrata adventures. Guided outings provide the equipment and expertise needed to explore the region’s cliffs, alpine walls and winter ice formations.
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Off-piste lessons
Master powder and off-piste terrain with expert guidance
Discover the thrill of off-piste skiing and snowboarding in Verbier with expert guidance. Designed for those who want to explore powder, challenge themselves on varied terrain, and improve their technique, these lessons combine adventure, skill-building, and safety.
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Off-piste ski lessons
Master off-piste skiing in Verbier with expert coaching, freeride technique, and backcountry safety skills
Experience the thrill of off-piste skiing in Verbier with expert coaching that builds confidence, sharpens technique, and ensures safety in the backcountry. Your lesson begins with a meet-up at a convenient location in Verbier, where you’ll discuss your objectives for the day and review essential safety equipment.
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Snowshoeing excursions
Snowshoe tours for families or corporate events
Fancy doing something different? Explore the beautiful natural scenery of the 4 Valleys by venturing off the beaten track on snowshoes.
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Treetop Adventure Course
Arial course with zipline and treetop routes
Suspended between the earth and the sky, you’ll find a superb treetop adventure. Test your agility, nerve and balance on these routes and zip lines, and enjoy that energising adrenaline rush.
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Mountain Bike Tour du Mont Fort
Mountain biking tours in & around the Verbier Valley
Tour du Mont Fort will take you out in the mountains of Verbier and guide you on a mountain biking tour.
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Les Guides Activity Company
A host of activities for groups and individuals
Enjoy a number of activities with qualified guides in Verbier in either summer or winter.
Mountain Biking in Verbier
Verbier’s rugged alpine terrain makes it a fantastic destination for mountain biking, with the Four Vallées offering an impressive mix of downhill, enduro and cross-country trails. The Verbier Bike Park features purpose-built tracks with berms, jumps and technical sections, while the surrounding mountains provide endless natural singletrack and challenging descents. Experienced riders can tackle steep lines and rocky terrain, while beginners can build their skills on more accessible routes. Bike hire, equipment and local guides are readily available, with knowledgeable riders on hand to show you the best trails and hidden gems across the valley.
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About biking trails in Verbier 
About biking trails in Verbier
With around 400km of mountain biking trails here's our guide to the best in the area
In and around Verbier there is a wide choice of single track, freeride, downhill and cross-country routes for riders of every ability.
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Tour du Mont Fort - Pro rider 
Tour du Mont Fort - Pro rider
This route is a 59km enduro trail with over 2,000m height gain bringing you back to resort
This mountain bike route will challenge the hardiest of riders, with a total length of over 59km, 2,000m height gain and -3,112m of descents. It ends with a 17km drop into the bike park and back to the centre of resort.
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Enduro MTB trails 
Enduro MTB trails
From single to multi-day itineraries, here's a variety of Enduro trails in and around Verbier
There are a multitude of enduro or cross-country trails to tackle in Verbier and its neighbouring towns.
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Downhill MTB trails 
Downhill MTB trails
A mixture of downhill tracks from tree-lined to open, and rocky and technical
Verbier's downhill trails have become increasingly popular over the last few years, with something here for everyone to test themselves on.
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Family friendly mountain bike trails in Verbier 
Family friendly mountain bike trails in Verbier
Fun mountain bike trails for all the family that all abilities can enjoy
Verbier has a lot to offer - beautiful scenery, delicious food and a wide array of activities for all the family! Mountain biking in Verbier is the perfect activity for a wide range of levels, and especially families.
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Tour du Mont Fort - Easy rider 
Tour du Mont Fort - Easy rider
This route is the little brother (or sister) of the Pro rider, a 48km enduro route with some lift access
Covers 48km of trails but with only 511m of climbing and -3,256m of descents.
Things to do in Verbier
Snowshoeing
Snowshoeing offers a peaceful way to explore Verbier’s winter landscapes away from the pistes. Guided excursions take visitors through snowy forests and alpine scenery, making it an accessible adventure for those wanting to discover the quieter side of the 4 Vallées.
Cycling and enduro tours
Beyond the bike park, Verbier offers a huge variety of cycling experiences, including guided enduro tours through the 4 Vallées. Riders can explore technical singletrack, mountain trails and scenic routes with local guides who know the best terrain.
Watersports
While Verbier is best known for mountain activities, summer visitors can also enjoy watersports nearby, including canyoning, rafting and hydrospeeding on glacial rivers around the region. It’s a refreshing way to experience the Alps from a completely different perspective.
Beyond the main adrenaline sports, Verbier also offers treetop adventure courses with climbing, balance obstacles and zip lines, as well as horse riding experiences that provide a different way to explore the surrounding mountains.
Things To Do in Verbier
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Inspire Verbier massage
Massage relaxation treatments and beauty therapy in the centre of town
Treatments can be booked at the Inspire Verbier studio or at your own accommodation, with a focus on aiding your true relaxation in both body and mind.
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Leisure Park
Mini-golf, tennis, boules, climbing wall, and more.
The Verbier Leisure Park offers you activities to share with family or friends.
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Snowshoeing excursions
Snowshoe tours for families or corporate events
Fancy doing something different? Explore the beautiful natural scenery of the 4 Valleys by venturing off the beaten track on snowshoes.
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Inspire Verbier - Fitness & Yoga Studio
A whole range of classes to keep you fit, active and happy!
A broad range of fitness classes and therapy services at affordable prices. The qualified practitioners are passionate about your health and fitness and believe that having a fit and strong body supports a healthy mind, a more balanced outlook and gives you renewed mental focus.
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Treetop Adventure Course
Arial course with zipline and treetop routes
Suspended between the earth and the sky, you’ll find a superb treetop adventure. Test your agility, nerve and balance on these routes and zip lines, and enjoy that energising adrenaline rush.
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Paragliding
Tandem paragliding experience.
The Fly Verbier team invites you to come and take a tandem flight with them in the beautiful surroundings of the Val de Bagnes,
Walking in Verbier
Walking, hiking and trail running might not always be the first activities people associate with adventure, but Verbier’s spectacular mountain terrain proves otherwise. With access to the vast Four Vallées area, the resort offers hundreds of kilometres of trails winding through alpine meadows, forests and high-altitude landscapes, with breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks. From scenic valley walks to demanding summit routes and technical trail runs, there are options for every level. Local guides can help you discover hidden trails, while organised running experiences provide the perfect introduction to the area’s varied terrain. Explore our favourite routes below and find your next mountain challenge.
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Fontaney Cabine Mont Fort 
Fontaney Cabine Mont Fort
Enjoy a hike with incredible sculptures dotted along the route
Between Les Ruinettes and La Chaux, at an altitude of 2,300m, the art works exhibited are created by international artists invited to display their creations in Verbier every two years.
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Sentier des Chamois 
Sentier des Chamois
The perfect walk for getting close to the local flora and fauna
This one way walk requires you to take the bus back to Verbier, so please be aware of the departure times.
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Lac des Vaux 
Lac des Vaux
A great half day hike to a stunning lake introducing varied landscapes
This walk provides an introduction to varied landscapes.
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Croix de Coeur 
Croix de Coeur
A gentle walk suitable for a pushchair through woods and alpine meadows
Mostly downhill this walk is suitable for the whole family. Take the chairlift up then gently make your way back down to Verbier.
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Le Tour des Villages, Le Châble 
Le Tour des Villages, Le Châble
Explore the typical villages of the Val de Bagnes and the sights they offer
At just under 20km this walk is an opportunity to visit various museums, churches, chapels and the old mill at Sarreyer - just some of the sights you can expect to see.
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Bisse du Levron 
Bisse du Levron
A gentle introduction to hiking in Verbier where you'll discover a path of sculptures
With a relatively small altitude gain this walk is an ideal starting place for those who wish to complete more routes around Verbier.
