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Call us: 617-242-7845 | Email us: hello@sportivebreaks.us
Sunday, July 6, 2025
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PRE-REGISTER TODAY
The date for the 2025 La Marmotte is likely Sunday July 6th. Dates are still to be confirmed, so please do not book flights. You can guarantee your 2025 La Marmotte place now with Sportive Breaks for $125 deposit.
The original European sportive and still one of the hardest. The Marmotte takes in four giant alpine climbs, all made legendary by the Tour de France, finishing with the mighty Galibier and Alpe d’Huez. A serious challenge! Part of Marmotte weekend is the Grimpée Time Trial on Friday, which is your chance to set your own time up Alpe d’Huez with fresh legs. There is also a 2-day “Rando” option if you’re not quite ready to take on the full Gran Fondo.
Stay in Alpe d’Huez with us for 3 or 4 nights. Our support includes mechanic service, guided rides and private fueling stations. We also offer Marmotte entry in wave 1 with a 7:00 AM start or wave 2 with a 7:30 AM start, a group dinner, and airport transfers from/to Geneva airport.
Please book the 4-night package if you want to take part in the Grimpée Alpe d’Huez Time Trial on Friday morning.
Spread your payments: Our interest-free payment plan allows you to spread out payments for your booking.
Guaranteed Entry: In Wave 1 or 2. Guaranteed entry available to the Gran Fondo (7:00 AM or 7:30 AM start wave). Entries for the Grimpée (Time Trial) on Friday are also available.
Private Fuel Stops: Drop off your day bag, re-energize with sports nutrition + savory food on the Galibier & the final climb. Bag drop at the start in Bourg d’Oisans also available..
Mechanic support: Expert mechanics on hand all weekend.
Guided Warm-Up Rides: Friday & Saturday before the sportive ride local routes close to Alpe d’Huez with our local guide.
Choice of 3* hotels and 2* Chalet
Breakfasts
Friday & Saturday
On Gran Fondo Day
Expert mechanic on hand all weekend
In Wave 1 at 7:00 AM ($175 2024 price)
or Wave 2 at 07:30 AM ($140 2024 price)
From Geneva airport (GVA)
In Wave 1 at 7:00 AM ($265 2024 price)
or Wave 2 at 7:30 AM ($205 2024 price)
Group Dinnert at $30 per night
Stay with us in Alpe d’Huez and enjoy the beautiful French Alps. The Marmotte Alps Gran Fondo is one of the oldest Cyclo-Sportives and still one of the toughest. This event requires dedication and good preparation and that’s where Sportive Breaks can help.
From 3 nights (Friday – Monday)
From 3 nights (Friday – Monday)
4 nights only (Thursday – Monday)
Also available
We offer guaranteed entry for the 2024 Marmotte Gran Fondo without the need to purchase a hotel package. Choose your start entry pen. The start is in Bourg d’Oisans and you will finish in Alpe d’Huez.
Included with “Entry Only”
Wave 1 @ 7:00 AM – $175
Wave 2 @ 7:30 AM – $140
Wave 1 @ 7:00 AM – $265
Wave 2 @ 7:30 PM – $205
Please plan your flight to Geneva Airport (GVA) if you want to make use of our optional airport transfer departing at 2:00 PM. Our team will meet you and your bike at the airport for the 3-hour drive. Alternatively, make your way to Alpe d’Huez on your own and meet us at your chosen hotel. Arrive today if you would like to do the Alpe d’Huez Time Trial (Grimpée de L’Alpe) on Friday.
You can bring your own bike as we have planned to transport bike boxes on our airport transfers. Our mechanic will be available this afternoon at the hotel to assist you with building your bike after travel. Bikes can be safely stored at the hotel.
Today we offer one airport transfer which departs Geneva Airport at 2:00 PM. This transfer includes you, your luggage and your bike and can be added at time of booking for $120 (one way) or $175 (return). Please book your flight to arrive before 12:30 PM to allow for baggage collection and customs.
If you are arriving at another time or into Lyon Airport, please contact us for a quote on private airport transfers.
This evening we will meet for our group dinner at a local restaurant. Please select this option when booking if you would like to join us ($30 additional).
Guests arriving on Thursday can take part in the Grimpée de L’Alpe today. After breakfast, descend to Bourg d’Oisans and from 9:00 AM on you can set your PB on Alpe d’Huez.
Please plan your flight to Geneva Airport (GVA) if you want to make use of our optional airport transfers departing at 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM. Our team will meet you and your bike at the airport for the 3-hour drive. Alternatively, you can fly into Lyon (LYS) Airport and opt for a private transfer, or make your own way to Alpe d’Huez and meet us at your chosen hotel.
Today we offer (2) airport transfers departing from Geneva Airport. The first leaves at 11:00 AM and the second at 4:00 PM. When you make your booking, you can add this group airport transfer. Please book a flight that arrives at least 90 minutes before the transfer departure time to allow for baggage pick up and customs clearance.
If you are arriving at another time or into Lyon Airport, please contact us for a quote on private airport transfers.
This evening we will meet for our group dinner at a local restaurant. Please select this option when booking if you would like to join us ($30 additional).
If you are on the first transfer, we will lead a short (but punchy) guided ride down Alpe d’Huez, over the Balcons and back up the Sarenne departing Alpe d’Huez at 3:30 PM.
This afternoon you will go to the expo to collect your race bib for tomorrow. This afternoon and early evening, our tour leaders and bike mechanics are available to assist you.
After breakfast and preparing bikes, we will take you on a supported, guided ride that takes in the Vilard Reculas climb, the easiest way to get back up to Alpe d’Huez. We will descend to Bourg d’Oisans, ride along the valley floor and climb back up to Alpe d’Huez.
The expo is a short walk across town from our hotels, so you have plenty of time this afternoon to collect your registration pack and buy any last minute essentials.
Afterwards, get some rest and get prepared for tomorrow. This evening our bike guides will provide a briefing of race day logistics, strategies and the route.
The evening is free for you to eat out in one of Alpe d’Huez’s many restaurants or you can join us for our group dinner at a local restaurant (additional $30).
After breakfast, we offer our optional transfer back to Geneva airport.
Transfer 1 : Depart Alpe d’Huez at 7:00 AM (for flights departing after 1:00 PM)
Transfer 2 : Depart Alpe d’Huez at 10:00 AM (for flights departing after 4:00 PM)
If your flight departs earlier than 1:00PM, you will need to book a private transfer.
La Marmotte is known to be one of the hardest sportives. Our travel packages include tackling four legendary alpine climbs, made famous by the Tour de France. This route is a serious challenge and a fantastic achievement.
La Marmotte is the ultimate cycling test and the oldest sportive on the cycling calendar. At 115 miles, this one-day classic includes conquering famous Tour de France climbs including the Galibier, the Glandon and the Croix de Fer. The Marmotte has one cut off point. You must pass the start of the Alpe d’Huez climb in Bourg d’Oisans before 6:15 PM otherwise you will be eliminated from the race. If you are eliminated your bike will be put on a trailer and you will be transported to the finish in Alpe d’Huez. Our hotel is close to the finish.
First held in 1982, this is still one of the most popular cycling events in the world and one to cross off your bucket list.
The famous Marmotte Granfondo Alps finishes with the legendary Alpe d’Huez. It takes courage to complete the 21 hair-pin bends, 115 miles and 18,140 fee of this epic cycling challenge.
The route features 6 of the most legendary passes in France: in order of appearance on the route: the Glandon, the Croix de Fer, the Telegraphe, the Galibier, the Lautaret, and finally the final ascent of Alpe d’Huez. Whether you time in mind or you just want to finish, every participant leaves Alpe d’Huez with a satisfying feeling and bragging rights having conquered this challenge.
Distance | Elevation | Difficulty | |
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Long Route | 115 miles | 18,140 feet | 5/5 |
We have a team of highly experienced professionals who have been organizing cycling trips for more than 25 years.
We offer the largest selection of European Gran Fondo and Cyclo-Sportive events.
Our interest-free payment plan allows you to spread out payments for your booking. *Selected products. Terms and Conditions apply.
We know the routes and we know the roads. We know how the event works and the best hotels for the start and finish. We organize everything for you; transfers, bike transport, additional fuel stops, local guides, mechanical support and more.
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