Europe's toughest Granfondo
The La Marmotte Granfondo Alpes is an annual one day cycling challenge in the French Alps for amateur cyclists. First held in 1982 it is one of the oldest, toughest ,and most popular events in the world.
4 Nights & Guaranteed Entry
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Events Stats
The legendary “La Marmotte GranFondo Alpes 2025” 177km with over 5000m of climbing making it one of the toughest cyclosportive’s in the world.
Private FedStation
This will provide energy bars, fresh water and energy drinks to keep your performance levels to their maximum.
La Marmotte Granfondo Alpes 2025
For the La Marmotte Granfondo Alpes 2025, we will be offering a 4-night package staying at a luxury chalet in Alpe d’Huez from Thursday 03rd July to Monday 07th July 2024 (dates to be confirmed).
This package will also include a guaranteed entry into the event, return airport transfers from Geneva Airport, continental breakfast each morning, afternoon snacks, and a two-course dinner with complimentary wine each evening.
£850 per person
Book your place today with a £200 non-refundable deposit, price based on a shared twin room. Single rooms are available with a supplement of £200.
Competition is the best form of motivation
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The very best Climbs
For many cyclist’s the La Marmotte Grandfondo Alpes is considered to be the ultimate single-day cycling sportive in Europe.
Featuring three HC climbs, Col du Glandon, Col du Telegraphe, Col du Galibier, and Alpe d’Huez totalling 5,180 metres of climbing, and 177km of riding the La Marmotte is one of the toughest sportive courses in the world.
Each year the event attracts around 7,500 riders from across the globe with the fastest riders completing this demanding course in under 6hrs.
Private Feed Station
The La Marmotte Grandfondo Alpes 2025 will be run on a “rolling road closure” system, so unfortunately we can not have a support vehicle following you around the route.
However, we will have a private feed station at the top of the Col du Lautaret consisting of freshwater, energy drink (in a powder format), energy bars, gels, fresh fruit, and some light snacks.
You can also place a “goodie bag” on the vehicle containing energy products that work best with you.
There will also be a range of tools and spares just in case of any emergency repairs are required to get you to the finish of the event.
Base Itinerary
DAY 1 – Meet at Geneva Airport, transfer to Alpe D’Huez, Assemble Bikes
DAY 2 – Grimpee Alpe D’Huez (optional)
DAY 3 – Local Ride & Registration
DAY 4 – La Marmotte Grandfondo Alpes 2025
DAY 4 – Departure, transfer to Geneva Airport for a midday flight
FAQ`s
Return Geneva Airport Transfers
Guaranteed Race Entry
Private Feed Station
4 Nights Accommodation
4 Evening Dinners
4 Continental Style Breakfasts
Post Ride Afternoon Snacks (Bread, Cheese, Ham, Pasta, Cake)
Flights
Grimpee Alpe D’Huez Entry
Visas (If Required)
Travel Insurance
Personal Injury Insurance
Spare Parts
Medical Cover
Alcoholic Drinks / Coffee Stops
Bike Hire
Coffee / Lunch Stops
The La Marmotte Granfondo Alpes 2025 is one of the toughest cyclosportive in Europe so you will need to have a good standard of fitness to finish the event within the cut off time.
Obviously, the best way to prepare is to get out on your bike and include some long rides in hilly terrain. However, swimming, running and circuit training are also good ways to develop your aerobic fitness and stamina.
You will be accommodated on a shared room basis whilst on the “La Marmotte Granfondo Alpes 2025” cycling holiday. Individuals travelling alone will be paired up with someone of the same gender. If there is no one of the same gender we will provide you with a single room.
If you would prefer a room to yourself then a single supplement charge will be added, please contact us for prices. Please note this option is only available subject to availability.
If you decide not to bring your own bike, we recommend using “Bcyclet” for your bike hire. They provide a great selection of carbon bikes made by Scott. For your own comfort we recommend bring your own saddle and pedals. For pricing and availability please use the following link: Bcyclet
We recommend you bring at least the following items of clothing and equipment:
HEAD
Cycling Helmet (This is mandatory, no helmet no riding)
Sunglasses / Eye Protection
UPPER BODY
Base Layer
Cycling Jersey
Long Sleeved Cycling Jersey (Optional)
Good Padded Cycling Shorts
Lightweight Waterproof Jacket
Gillet
ARMS – HANDS
Arm Warmers
Cycling Gloves
Long Fingered Cycling Gloves (Optional)
LEGS
Full Length Leg Warmers
Knee Length Leg Warmers
FEET
Cycling Shoes
Cycling Overshoes
Cycling Socks
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS
Sun Screen
Bike Bottles
Cycling Computer
Di2 Charger
At Classic Cycling Tours the safety and well-being of our guests is of the upmost importances to us. Unfortunately due to the nature of cycling and the terrain you will be riding in accidents can occur. Therefore, it is mandatory that you have Personal Injury Insurance that covers you in the event of an accident whilst on a cycling holiday. If you do not have any cover we recommend using “Yellow Jersey” cycle protection.
PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU ARE ULTIMATELY RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY THROUGHOUT THE “LA MARMOTTE GRANFONDO ALPES 2025”
