Evolène - Grimentz 37 km
DATE
22 August 2026
START
7.45
DISTANCES
37 KM
VERTICAL RISE
1845 M
36th BCVS Grand Raid
Grand Raid BCVS, Swiss Moutain Bike Race Marathon has been thrilling bikers since 1990. This marathon will take you from Verbier to Grimentz. It is renowned as one of the most challenging mountain bike races in the world. Located in the heart of the Valais Alps, in an alpine playground, the route crosses various valleys, culminating in the Pas de Lona, at over 2,700m.
Route map and technical information
Start time
From Evolène
| Evolène - Grimentz | |
| Dossards 7000 | Départ 7h45 |
| Evolène Short + Gravel | |
| Dossards 6000 | Départ 8h00 |
| e-Bike Evolène | Départ 8h00 |
Neutralization time
For safety reasons, riders who fail to pass the compulsory checkpoints during the race will be neutralized.
The organization retains the right to change the neutralization hours according to weather conditions and for the necessity of the event in case of major force.
| Veysonnaz | Hérémence | Mandelon | Évolène | Eison | La Vieille |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:15 | 11:45 | 13:15 | 14:15 | 15:15* | 16:15* |
Categories
| Evolène 37 km | |
|---|---|
| Juniors hommes | 2009 - 2011 |
| Hommes | 2008 et + |
| Juniors dames | 2009 - 2011 |
| Dames | 2008 et + |
| Tandem | 2011 et + |
| Equipe | 2011 et + |
| VTT e-bike | 2011 et + |
e-bike category
The e-bike route is identical to the official route, with the addition of the Pas de Lona.
Infomations:
- Batteries can only be changed at the technical stations along the route, in the same places as the refreshment points.
- You can bring your battery to the technical stand when you pick up your race number on Friday.
- These will be deposited at the following stations: Evolène and/or Eison. You can pick them up in Grimentz at the end of the day (around 6pm) or at the Grand Raid BCVS office the following Monday.
- It is strictly forbidden to carry a battery during the race.
- There is no podium for this category.
Friday, August 21, 2026
Sion – Cours Roger Bonvin
