Bike Park La Bresse opens its 2026 season with concrete updates: new trails, an enriched competition calendar, redesigned services. Here is everything you need to plan your MTB season.
What’s changing in 2026
The resort has invested on three fronts:
- New enduro trail in the Hohneck sector, 4.2 km of wild riding
- Reprofiling of the main red run to drain better in the rain
- New pump track at the foot of the chairlift for warm-up and beginners
- Improved rental service: more electric and freeride models
The area remains the largest bike park in the Vosges and the Grand Est: 21 trails, 5 lifts, more than 100 km cumulated.
2026 calendar
Key dates to remember:
- Mid-May to late June: weekends and bank holidays
- From 28 June to 7 September: daily opening
- September: weekends until mid-October
- French Enduro Cup: planned for mid-July
- iXS European Downhill Cup: in August
- Bike & Trail Festival: a late-August weekend
Check exact dates on the official site before planning.
Trails by level
The bike park is structured for all levels:
- Green and blue (4 trails): introduction, schools, first sensations
- Red (8 trails): confirmed intermediate, controlled jumps
- Black (6 trails): expert riders, drops, gaps, roots
- Enduro trails (3 routes): long format, pedalling and descending
The Plate Forme is still the signature trail, perfect to progress on committed red.
Pricing and passes
Indicative 2026 pricing:
- Adult day pass: 36 euros
- Child day pass: 28 euros
- Adult weekly pass: 165 euros
- Family pack 4 people: attractive sliding rate
- Season pass: 290 euros, paid back in 9 days
Online booking recommended for July and August weekends.
Good to know
- Protection rental on site: 15 euros a day for the full pack
- Repair workshops at the trail base: punctures, suspension setup
- Free bike wash at end of day
- On-site catering with slope-view terrace
- Combined winter ski and summer bike pass available for locals
Practical tips for your day
- Arrive at 9.30am to bank 4 to 5 runs before the 11am rush
- 12pm to 1.30pm break: paradoxically the quietest moment
- Hydration: bring at least 1.5 L of water in July and August
- Check your brake pads in the morning, they wear fast
- A full day is 8 to 12 runs for an average rider
Plan your MTB stay
Bike Park La Bresse deserves more than a single day. Combine it with a chalet near the slopes to save transfers and ride morning and evening sessions.
Frequently asked questions
When does Bike Park La Bresse open in 2026?
Opening is planned for mid-May 2026 for the first weekends, then daily from late June to mid-September. Exact dates are confirmed on the official site each spring.
What is the day pass price?
Around 36 euros for an adult day pass and 28 euros for children in 2026. Weekly, season and family passes are available with discounted rates.
Is protective gear mandatory?
A full-face helmet is strongly recommended, a back protector advised, gloves are mandatory. On black runs and during competitions, full gear is required.
Are there MTB schools on site?
Yes, several MCF instructors offer private lessons and children's clinics. Book online or directly at the resort.
Does the Bike Park host UCI events?
Yes, La Bresse is a major French Cup stop and regularly hosts World Cup downhill and enduro rounds.