Registrations
How to register?
All registrations are made on-line on time to. Registration takes no more than five minutes and you will receive immediate confirmation by email.
What is included in my registration?
Before the race:
- One race number envelope for the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift Challenge which includes:
- Your bib
- 4 pins;
- 1 handlebar plate (the plate has the same number as the race number) and rislans to attach it;
- 1 Santini jersey
- 1 Zwift cap
- A warm-up loop in Bourg-d'Oisans
- A secure bike park is available at the entrance to the Village on Saturday from 4pm to 7pm and on Sunday from 9am to 1pm, where you can leave your bike
During the race
- Access to refreshments along the route;
- Reduced car traffic on the climb;
- Privatization of the last few hectometres in the heart of Alpe d'Huez by means of barriers.
- A finish identical to that of the Tour de France women's professional cyclists with Zwift;
- Crossing the finish line in professional style;
After the race:
- Finish refreshments;
- Access to the finish village, entertainment and toilets;
I can’t find my event on my time to account, what can I do ?
You may have created several time to accounts. Please check that you are logged in with the correct email address linked to the correct time to account.
How can I be sure I've registered correctly?
Once you have finished the registration process, you will receive two emails: one confirming your registration for the event, the other to confirm your payment. In addition, a tab with the name of the event will appear on your personal time to account.
Insurances
What is the Individual Accident Insurance?
This Personal Accident Insurance is proposed by the organiser's insurer so that you are properly covered during your participation in the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift Challenge.
This insurance is distributed by A.S.O. acting as Marsh's Insurance Intermediary and registered with ORIAS under the number 24005109.
It is optional but is highly recommended.
As you may know, the vast majority of your usual insurance policies (particularly your insurance provided through your bank cards, bank loan insurance, etc.) totally exclude any participation in sports events either on an amateur or professional basis, and therefore exclude the risks involved in your taking part in the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift Challenge.
It is therefore important that you check the scope (and the exclusions) of the cover provided by your normal insurance policies and, if you are not sufficiently covered or not covered at all, you should consider taking out the proposed insurance policies by clicking on the link below.
This insurance will cover you if you have an accident whilst taking part in the event, whether or not you were responsible and whether or not there is an identified liable third party. You are only covered during the event from the time you cross the starting line until the time you cross the finishing line or until the time you abandon the event.
It guarantees the following accidents that may occur during the event :
- in the event of death or total or partial permanent disability (due to this accident), the payment of a capital (within the limits of the purchased insurance option),
- coverage of medical costs (within the limits of the purchased insurance option), and, if necessary, repatriation.
This Individual Accident is optional but highly recommended. It can be taken out in addition to any existing insurance you may already have or if you are not already covered. You may purchase the cover from the insurer of your choice, from your federation or from Marsh, organizer’s broker, whose proposed insurance can be consulted and downloaded by clicking on the link below. You can subscribe to the option of your choice during your registration for the event or at any time before the start of the event.
Can I cancel my registration?
In accordance with the event regulations, "All entries are personal, firm and final, and cannot be reimbursed for any reason whatsoever", and "No transfer of entry is permitted for any reason whatsoever".
Bibs
Where and when can I collect my bib / frame plate?
You can pick up your bib at the foyer municipal in Le Bourg D'Oisans.
Address: 65 Avenue de la République, 38520 Le Bourg-d'Oisans.
Dates and times :
- Saturday August 17 - 4pm to 7pm
- Sunday, August 18 - 9am to 1:30pm
How can I collect my bib?
Bibs and plates will be provided upon presentation of:
- Your convocation with the QR code (received by email and available on your personal account on time to);
- Your proof of identity;
How can I collect my bib?
Medical certificate and rules
Is a medical certificate compulsory?
No, you don't need a medical certificate for this (non-timed) rando-sportive event.
When will my medical certificate be validated on my time to account?
The validation of medical certificates by the organization will start two months before the race. You will received an automatic email informing you of its validation or refusal.
Where can I consult the event rules?
Rules are available here.
Is it possible to sell my bib or postpone my registration for next year?
Transferring, postponing or reselling race numbers is not permitted, in view of the event regulations: "All entries are personal, firm and final, and cannot be reimbursed for any reason whatsoever". Furthermore, "No transfer of registration is authorized for any reason whatsoever".
Equipment
What types of bikes are allowed on the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift Challenge?
All types of bikes are accepted: electric bikes, mountain bikes, road bikes, city bikes, tandems...
Are helmets mandatory?
You must wear a rigid helmet (chinstrap fastened) throughout the race. Any participant not wearing a helmet will be penalized.
Is there any mandatory material to have on race day?
Yes, on race day you'll need to carry: helmet, water bottle, repair kit with 2 inner tubes or a specific tubular and tubeless anti-puncture spray, and a pump to deal with punctures.
In addition, the Santini jersey, handlebar plate and race number must be worn in order to be identified and to benefit fully from the services on offer.
What the women's Tour de France jersey looks like with Zwift Challenge?
Start and Finish
Where and when does the start take place?
The start will take place in the village of Bourg d'Oisans - 38520 at the following address: 33 avenue de la République, 38520 Le Bourg-d'Oisans.
Departures are free and take place between 12:30 and 14:30.
Can I drop my car off at L'Alpe d'Huez?
Anticipate your arrival by dropping off your car above L'Alpe d'Huez!
We recommend that you leave your car in L'Alpe d'Huez with your gear to change, then cycle back down to the start in Le Bourg-d'Oisans. That way, when you get to the top, you'll have everything you need to change as you await the decisive arrival of the professionals on the final stage of the Tour de France Femmes with Zwift. Once the cyclists have passed, you can take your car back down from L'Alpe d'Huez. It's sure to be an emotional day!
Is there a warm-up area?
We've set up a 6km warm-up loop that you can do as many times as you like before setting off on the climb.
As a reminder, you'll have from 12.30 to 2.30 p.m. to set off on the 21 legendary bends.
Is there any mechanical assistance during the event?
No, there is no mechanical assistance on the course. However, the cycle stores located in the village will be happy to welcome you if you need a final technical adjustment before setting off! To consult them, click here
Do I have to wear the Santini jersey?
Yes, you must wear the Santini jersey in order to be identified on the event and to benefit from the services.
How can I attend the arrival of the professionals?
We've reserved a private area 200m from the finish line for you to wait and watch the pros arrive. A refreshment area will be at your disposal, offering drinks and sandwiches, so you can make the most of the moment. Accessible to participants and accompanying persons (on wristbands issued at bib number collection).
Are there showers at the finish?
Showers are available at the Palais des Sports de L'Alpe d'Huez.
Address: 70 Av. de Brandes, 38750 Huez
Is there a bike park at the finish?
Information about the big day
Where and when does the start take place?
The start will take place in the village of Bourg-d'Oisans - 38520. The precise address will be communicated to you later. Departures are free and take place between 12.30 and 14.30.
How can I have a stopwatch ? (Strava segment)
We're putting a Strava segment on the course. If you'd like to take part, simply join the challenge on the Strava app and activate it as you climb. This will give you a ranking on the stopwatch. Whether or not you wish to play the stopwatch on the Strava segment, we invite you to respect the highway code and other cyclists on this legendary climb.
What's the route?
The race starts in Bourg d'Oisans and finishes at l'Alpe D'Huez, 1120m higher up. After a few km of warm-up in Bourg-d'Oisans, you'll have to complete the famous 21 bends, 14km, and 1120 D+ before crossing the finish line.
Is the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift Challenge timed?
This is a rando-sportive event. The event will not be timed. There will be no ranking.
Where is the finish line?
The finish line is at l'Alpe d'Huez. You'll have the chance to cross the same finish line as the professionals.
Is the road closed to traffic?
During the climb, traffic will be reduced. The last hectometres in the heart of the Alpe d'Huez will be closed to you thanks to a roadblock.
What happens if a rider withdraws / is eliminated?
For logistical reasons, we are setting up a time barrier system. You'll need to cross the finish line by 4:30 p.m. to make way for the final finish of the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift.
After the race
When will the results be published?
No, this is an untimed rando-sportive. So there will be no rankings.
We're putting a Strava segment on the course. If you'd like to take part, simply join the challenge on the Strava app and activate it as you climb. This will give you a ranking on the stopwatch. Whether or not you wish to play the stopwatch on the Strava segment, we invite you to respect the highway code and other cyclists on this legendary climb.
Where can I pick up my photos after the race?
Other contacts
Service dedicated to participants
Our team is available from Monday to Friday to provide information on your registration or the race, if you do not find what you are looking for on our website.
You can contact us via the form available here.
Sponsorship contact
Pierre-Alexandre Dapsens
Email : pdapsens@aso.fr
