1,5km SWIM
28km BIKE
6,4km RUN
Experience one of the most memorable days of your sporting career by rising to the challenge of the Alpe d’Huez Triathlon M. The mythic 21 bends of Alpe d’Huez are yours for the taking, with exceptional surroundings and a joyous atmosphere. The legend is yours!
This tough race is manageable for all triathletes, an ideal challenge for triathlon clubs, and a personal adventure to share with family and friends. The Alpe d’Huez climb, tackled by the triathletes over the course of the afternoon, is at its best in this special accessible format. However what makes this Alpe d’Huez Triathlon M unforgettable is the magic of the Alps in general, from the stunning Lac du Verney to the picturesque Col de Sarenne at 1800m altitude.
With only 1.5km to tackle, the swim of the Alpe d’Huez Triathlon M is as fast as it is intense. The start will be given as a rolling start, to ensure maximum comfort, fluidity and safety in both swimming and cycling. The lake is home to an EDF hydroelectric power station, which stops running during the race (swimming is forbidden here the rest of the year). The average water temperature for the last five years is around 17 degrees.
Cut-off swim / T1 Lac du Verney :
1h15 after the start of the last swimmer / 3.30pm
The cycle route is split into two parts. First of all the triathletes ride a short 15km section along the stunning valley between Lac du Verney and Bourg d’Oisans. Hopefully the triathletes haven’t used all of their energy on this section, because next is the famous Alpe d’Huez climb. The 21 bends are the biggest challenge of the day, winding their way up 13.9km of 8% gradient. Under the July sun the climb can feel even longer and more impressive, living up to its reputation. The public and the members of our organisational team will be there to cheer on and support the triathletes around every bend and precipitous switchback. At the end of the bike section through the streets of Alpe d’Huez the transition zone comes quickly – no rest for the wicked!
Cut-off bike / Entry park T2 Alpe d’Huez :
6.15pm
Sitting at 1800m altitude and taking in 100m of ascent, the running section of the Alpe d’Huez Triathlon M is worth every second. Whatever their level, the triathletes must give their all to get to the end of the 6.4km loop which pushes the athletes on both road and trial and offers in exchange some of the most stunning vistas one can get from the resort. The smiles of pride and accomplishment at the finish line are telling : this race is as demanding as it is exciting!
There is no cut-off for the run
The Alpe d’Huez PhysiOstéo team offers a free service to race participants during the opening hours of the bib pick-up area (consult the Official Programme for timings), and at the finishing line of the race. This exceptional service is carried out by around 20 professional physiotherapists and osteopaths, who are all triathlon enthusiasts. They are there to help the athletes recover well from the race, but equally to welcome them beforehand to get in race-ready condition.
The Alpe d’Huez Triathlon has established itself as one of the most prestigious races on the international calendar, with some legendary names on its list of winners. Among them: Daniela Ryf, Chrissie Wellington, Nicola Spirig, Jeanne Collonge, Emma Bilham, Frédérik Van Lierde, Victor del Corral, James Cunnama, Léon Chevalier, Clément Mignon…
Race numbers can be collected at the Palais des Sports de l’Alpe d’Huez (see programme for times).
⚠️ Important : Race numbers cannot be collected from the T1 start site on race day.
A third party may collect your race number on presentation of a copy of your identity card (and licence if you have one).
Yes, you can change your race. To do so, write to the following address: hello@alpetriathlon.com
Yes, you can transfer your race number to another person before midnight on 25 May 2027. To do so, go to your competitor’s area via the link provided in your registration confirmation email. The transfer fee of €10 is payable by the buyer.
The temperature of the lake varies according to weather conditions. It is generally between 16°C and 22°C. Wetsuits are MANDATORY.
It is forbidden to swim in the Lac du Verney outside the Alpe d’Huez Triathlon events. However, there are several alternatives for swimming outside the competitions:
– The Alpe d’Huez swimming pool.
– The Allemont or Bourg d’Oisans swimming pools.
By bike:
If you are coming down from Alpe d’Huez, follow the route signposted for participants, which passes through Villard-Reculas (via Huez). Expect to spend around 35 to 40 minutes descending.
By car:
Take the road via Bourg d’Oisans. The journey takes around 45 minutes from Alpe d’Huez. Note that there are parking restrictions around Lac du Verney.
No, there is no transport service to get you to the start, Park T1 Lac du Verney.
The start of the Alpe d’Huez Triathlon is a rolling start: the stopwatch is triggered the moment the participant enters the water. The protocol takes several minutes. It is neither a mass start nor a conventional rolling start. There is no starting wave (no waves of ‘X triathletes every X seconds’).
You must take your place in the start box 15 minutes before the official start.
Access to the start box is free and based on your estimated swimming level. There are three levels:
Easy: For beginners or those looking for a gentle pace.
Intermediate: For swimmers in good physical condition with some triathlon experience.
Difficult: For more experienced swimmers.
Yes, you are free to move around the start box according to your confidence and ability.
When you get out of the water and go to your place in the T1 park, you must put your swimming gear (wetsuit, goggles, hat, etc.) in the transition bag provided by the organisation when you collect your race number,
This bag must be correctly labelled (sticker to be placed on the rope) and properly closed by the triathlete.
Once ready, the bag must be left at your place in park T1.
The organisers will take care of bringing the bag back to Alpe d’Huez for you (in exchange for your chip, the bag will be given to you in the area near the finish).
Triathletes have two options for dropping off their running gear:
Directly at Park T2 on race day, between 9:00 and 12:00. You must use the designated bag given to you by the organisers.
The day before the race in the ‘Race Number collection’ area. The organisers will take care of putting your belongings in your place in the Park T2 Alpe d’Huez.
Make sure you respect the timetable to avoid any inconvenience on race day.
Yes, you can leave your personal belongings at the entrance to park T1 in your personal backpack to be deposited in the tent provided for this purpose.
This bag must be labelled (sticker on the handle or rope). The organisers will take care of bringing your belongings back up to Alpe d’Huez during the race. Your bag will be handed over to you in the area near the finish.
Please note that plastic bags are not permitted.
1 feed station at the water exit
2 feed stations on the climb to Alpe d’Huez, at La Garde and at Huez.
3 feed stations on the running section, at the exit from Parc T2 and at La Bergerie (in both directions).
The content of the feed stations will be communicated in the Racebook, sent out a few days before the race.
There are several options, depending on your preferred location:
– Close to the start site (T1) lac du Verney
Communes concerned: Allemont, Vaujany and Oz
– Between park T1 and park T2
Town: Bourg d’Oisans
– Directly at the finish, parc T2 (Expo Village, race number collection, finish line, etc.)
Town: Alpe d’Huez
Yes, the TEAM PhysiOstéo de l’Alpe d’Huez offers a free service to participants.
👉 When and where?
During race number collection opening hours (see programme).
At the end of the races, to facilitate recovery after the effort.
Overall scratch classification :
18-19 rankings
Age category rankings :
Yes, you can follow the race live via :
Real-time timing and full results.
Fixed videos strems at sites T1, T2 and at the finish (accessible on the timing platform).
All links will be posted on www.alpetriathlon.com
Total closure of the road to all vehicles in both directions, from the start of the swim at Lac du Verney (T1) to the exit of the village of Allemond, from 2.00 pm to 3.20 pm.
Road closure in the opposite direction of the race (Alpe d’Huez > Bourg-d’Oisans) for the 21 bends, from 2.15pm to 5pm.
No, it is not possible to follow participants on the bike course by car. For safety reasons and to avoid any inconvenience to the athletes, cars are not allowed on the course. We encourage you to support the participants from the Fan Zone. Please note that any participant followed by a vehicle may be subject to direct disqualification.
The FAN ZONE is located on the climb up to Alpe d’Huez, between Turn 7 and Turn 6. To get there, you can fly over the resort on the Alpe d’Huez Express, the free gondola service that takes you directly to the FAN ZONE of the Alpe d’Huez Triathlon. From the Bergers car park, just a hundred metres from the T2 transition park, you can reach the cycling course by air, just after the famous Hollandais bend in the village of Huez.
Yes, it is possible to shower after the race. Participants can go to the Palais des Sports to use the shower facilities available, subject to payment of the entrance fee.
