First TimeRider

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New to the Haute Route or considering registering for your first event?

We are here to support you before, during and after every event and to ensure your journey is as smooth as possible. Discover our First Participation Guide with all the information you need to know from logistics to services. Plus, you will have access to the Haute Route Nation blog, the Haute Route ambassador team and the Athlete Services team - all available to answer any questions and help you reach new heights. Join our close-knit community and become part of something special.

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Haute Route Training

Training & coaching solutions

Enjoy access to training platforms and advice from leading athletes across the globe. Our coaches, programmes and more will help you prepare for any Haute Route event.

Haute Route Guide

First participation guide

Our helpful guide is here to inform you about everything you need to know about our events. From logistics, services to training tips, this is your one-stop guide to the full Haute Route experience.

Haute Route and Fulgaz

Fulgaz

Train on our Haute Route collection of iconic climbs on FulGaz, from the comfort of your own home.

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Haute Route Treatment

On-event special treatment

We aim to make your first event as smooth as possible by:

  • A unique bike plate and bib number colour so you´re easily recognised and receive support and encouragement from others
  • Access to a special pre-event ride to connect with former riders and share experiences
  • Other special surprises to ensure you feel part of the Haute Route community!
Haute Route Nation

Haute Route Nation

The Haute Route Nation is led by our official ambassadors, who bring together a community of passionate riders through global social rides, training support and advise around our events.

Haute Route Blogs

Blog and Articles

Home to a host of cycling-focused articles written by the Haute Route team, ambassadors and cycling experts. The blog provides everything from training tips, recommended routes, interviews and more.

Haute Route Facebook Groups

Facebook groups

Talk with the community, find advices, get some tips and prepare yourself to enter the family!

Sign up for the FulGaz Climbing Booster program

Take advantage of a 30-Day free trial to train for Free! Guaranteed to have you conquering cols in no time.

Train

On-event experience you will never forget

Transport

The best format for first-time participants

Our 3-day events are the ideal format for first-time participants! A long weekend packed with incredible rides and superior services; the 3-day format is the best way to get into multi-day cycling.

Whether you want to achieve an overall finish, take on a challenge, enjoy the scenery or all three, you'll go home with a strong sense of achievement.

As some of our 3-day events feature less elevation and fewer kilometres, they make a great introduction to the Haute Roue before stepping it up with a 5- or 7-day event.

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What our riders have to say...

"Haute Route for me is the pinnacle of amateur cycling events, it blurs the lines between amateur racing and pro racing."

"It has brought me great friendships with other cyclists from around the world."

"The FulGaz training platform is perfect for training for a Haute Route, especially with the possibility to test the climbs present on the Haute Route courses"