Vélo Vert Festival, the big mountain bike party! 16th edition

The Vélo Vert Festival is a reference in terms of outdoor exhibition and recognized as the world’s largest MTB test centre.It will also offer a rich and specific sports programme for all profiles of riders (pros, amateurs and families).

In a friendly, festive atmosphere, the event offers an XXL outdoor show open to all, tests of the bikes and accessories of your dreams, and sporting and family events. OUTDOOR SHOW The show is your chance to buy and discover equipment, and to meet cycling professionals and your favourite brands! With over 20,000 m2 of exhibition space and 300 brands on show, the Vélo Vert Festival is the world's biggest outdoor mountain bike show at the start of the season. And while all the major brands are present in Samoëns, the show also gives pride of place to small brands, confidential framers, craftsmen, accessory manufacturers and equipment suppliers of all kinds. Not only do you see the best-known and most eagerly-awaited bikes, but you'll also find a plethora of original, exotic and even, why not, eccentricities... RACES & RANDO In 2023, through a rich and varied sports programme (enduro, cross-country, electric mountain biking, etc.), some fifteen events have been proposed, suitable for competitors, hikers and families alike. TEST RACES With more than 2,000 mountain bikes, equipment and accessories on test, the Vélo Vert Festival offers a debauchery of equipment unique in the world, with around ten test courses to try out new models from your favourite brands in real conditions. Not forgetting all the entertainment, concerts, shows and workshops over the 3 days, as well as a bike fair! Come and take a breath of fresh air in the village of Samoëns and enjoy an outdoor event like no other!