How fast are you? The online registration for the Alpen Challenge is now open. Get your place now, the number of participants is limited. And because anticipation is the best joy, you can benefit from the attractive early bird discount until the end of January. Metres in altitude, a dream panorama, exciting descents, and so that you never run out of energy, there is catering with the best sports food and fine regional products - there are many reasons to ride the Alpen Challenge. What is yours?

Our main reason for organising the Alpen Challenge is you. That's why we will once again do everything in our power to offer you an unforgettable passport experience on 12 June. The preparations are underway. Now it's your turn. :-)

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It was one of our last rides of the year on the great passes of the Alps Challenge, where these pictures were taken. The classic Albula with its spectacular north side, the Maloja and the descent into Bergell and the Splpügen a few days before the turnpikes were closed for the winter closure. Simply fantastic and unforgettable - especially and also in autumn. Now we live off these trips and experiences and count the days until the passes are open again. You too?

Don't forget: The online registration for the Alpen Challenge is open. On June 13th we will rock Graubünden's most beautiful passes. We are looking forward to seeing you!

Hot for mountains? Hungry for mountain passes? Looking forward to Graubünden! Register now!

Program and Schedule

Sat, June 11

2 – 6 pm: Exposition with catering and entertainment program in the finish area, Biathlon Arena Lenzerheide
2 – 6 pm: Start documents are available, Biathlon Arena Lenzerheide
2 – 6 pm: Late registration, Biathlon Arena Lenzerheide
2 – 6 pm: Pasta Party
6 pm: Opening and Participant Briefing in the finish area, Biathlon Arena Lenzerheide


Sun, June 12

6 – 6:45 am: Start documents are available at the start, Biathlon Arena Lenzerheide
6 – 6:45 am: Late registration at the start, Biathlon Arena Lenzerheide
7 am: Start of the 22nd edition of the Alpen Challenge Lenzerheide
9:30 am –  6 pm: Exposition and moderation of the event in the finish area, Biathlon Arena Lenzerheide
10:55 am: Approximate finish of the winner (men) of the Alpen Challenge Lenzerheide (short version)
11:30 am: Approximate finish of the winner (women) of the Alpen Challenge Lenzerheide (short version)
12 am: Award Ceremony (short version)
1:15 pm: Approximate finish of the winner (men) of the Alpen Challenge Lenzerheide (long version)
1:55 pm: Approximate finish of the winner (women) of the Alpen Challenge Lenzerheide (long version)
2 pm: Latest possible finish for the Alpen Challenge Lenzerheide (short version)
2:45 pm: Flower Ceremony (long version)
5:30 pm: Latest possible finish for the Alpen Challenge Lenzerheide (long version)

Routes

The short version of the Alpen Challenge is based upon the well-known and proven route of the last decade. The Albula and the Julier are considered two of the most beautiful Alpine passes that result in a 117.9 kilometers challenge with some 2698 meters of climbing combined with an astonishing experience of the scenery. The short version is demanding and not to be underestimated, yet experienced riders will be able to handle the 115 km distance and the climb up to the Julier Pass. The southern part of it is considered the relatively easier one. Nonetheless, the finale, right before the climb to Lantsch/ Lenz, is spiced up with a demanding extra loop to Salouf.

The long version of the Alpen Challenge sets standards within the biggest and most thrilling cycling marathons in the world, both in terms of sports and as to the landscape it located in.

After a short descent – together with the participants of the short version – that follows the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage railroad “Räthische Bahn” and the romantic Albula valley, the first challenge is right ahead. Even the descent from the Albula Pass is short, yet spectacular. What follows is a series of magnificent cycling highlights: the high mountain valley of the Engadin is followed by riding through the classy village of St. Moritz. The Engadin lakes will be passed just before the next mountain highlight is to come, the Maloja Pass. Having descended from the Bergell and having passed the impressive granite walls of the southern valley there, the route even crosses the Italian border. Whether the participants have some power left will be put to test at the Splügen. After these sports highlights, a veracious symphony of landscape highlights is to follow: after the curves down from the Swiss boarder, the route passes the village of Splügen, the spectacular Viamala canyon towards Thusis and, towards the end, leads the riders to the final climb back to Lantsch/ Lenz. 192.4 kilometers – the Alps at their very best – with impressive 4215 meters of climbing. This makes the route a tough and challenging one indeed, yet not extreme.

Note: All riders that choose the long version will need to have passed the crossing towards the Julier Pass in Silvaplana by 11 am (new time). For safety reasons, the road towards the Maloja Pass will be closed thereafter. Riders who have not passed the checkpoint by then will automatically be lead on the shorter version and eventually will also be classified there.

Short version of Alpen Challenge at outdooractive

Long version of Alpen Challenge at outdooractive

Registration fees

• CHF 80:    Early registration until January 31st
• CHF 90:    Regular registration until April 10th
• CHF 100:    Late registration online until June 5th
• CHF 115:    Latest online-registration online until June 10, 12pm
• CHF 115:    Late registration in Lantsch/ Lenz on June 11 and 12

The registration fees for the two versions o the race are the same. The registration is for the short or the long version, yet changing the route is possible on race day and even during the event. The latest possibility for this is in Silvaplana.

The registration places are given away following the date of registration. Places are limited. Registration will not be possible after the limit has been reached.

Service

• Electronic timing with transponder technology
• Result list
• Flower ceremony
• Start classification based upon the performance of the previous year
• Text message service
• Personal participation certification (available online)
• Personal bib number
• Team classification
• Refreshment stations all along the route and in the finish area
• Voucher for the pasta party
• Medical support along the route and in the finish area
• Signposted and secured route – the route is not closed entirely!
• Organization members accompany the race
• Bike service in the finish area
• Participation present

Starting list

• Starting List 2022
  

Results

• Results 2021
• Results 2019
• Results 2018
• Results 2017
• Results 2016
• Results 2015
• In 2014, the Alpen Challenge did not take place.
• Results 2013
• Results 2012
• Results 2011
• Results 2010
• Results 2009
• Results 2008
• Results 2007
• Results 2006
• Results 2005
• Results 2004
• Results 2003

Arrival

Car

The tourist and cycling destination Lenzerheide is easy to reach. Coming from Germany or Zürich, you stay on highway A13 until Chur Süd (Exit 17). You will reach your destination no more than 20 minutes later already.

Coming from the South, Lenzerheide is reachable easily via Lugano and via the tunnel of San Bernardino. You follow the highway until Chur Süd (Exit 17). Some 20 mintutes later, you will have found us already. Coming from the South, you may also come via Tiefencastel.


Train and Bus

Travelling with public transportation, you may rely on the busses of Postauto Graubünden from Chur or from Tiefencastel. Both will directly bring you to Lenzerheide. Chur is connected with the SBB railroad and thus reachable from different international origins. The same counts for the network of the Rhätische Bahn RhB. Tiefencastle can be reached via the RhB railroad Chur - St. Moritz.


Airplane

The closest airport to Lenzerheide is located in Zürich. From there, you can easily get to Lenzerheide with the SBB until Chur and with a bus to Lenzerheide thereafter. Apart from this, “Graubünden Express” offers convenient and direct shuttles from the airports of Zürich, Friedrichshafen and Memmingen.

Participations and Regulations

Every person that is 16 years or older is allowed to start in the short version of the Alpen Challenge Lenzerheide. Participants of the long version need to be 18 years or older. Participants need to be healthy and sufficiently trained to face the challenge of a cycling marathon in the Alps. Participants assure that they have gone through medical scrutiny. Participants also assure that they do not use performance enhancing substances (also refer to www.antidoping.ch), that the rider’s age is correct and that the rider starts the event with their own number.

Participants are registered only once they have accepted the participation regulations of the Alpen Challenge Lenzerheide during the online registration or via signing it. Also, the registration fee has to be paid. Extra charges as a result of late registrations or charge back fees are to be covered by the participants. Participants can not claim refunds except for in case the organization is responsible for the cancellation.

The organization of Alpen Challenge Lenzerheide is not responsible for accidents of any kind and unpredictable incidents during the event. Participants are responsible for a sufficient assurance coverage themselves; by accepting the participation regulations, they declare that they are liable (TPL) for any damages or harms caused in Switzerland and in Italy. Participants can not claim indemnification from the organization in case the event has to be changed in any way or cancelled as a result of force majeure incidents, as a result of administrative ordinances or as a result of safety concerns. The organization of Alpen Challenge Lenzerheide is not liable or responsible for any damages or harms caused by themselves, by its statutory agents or any henchman.

The route of the Alpen Challenge is not closed for public traffic. Participants must meet road traffic regulations at all times. Participants must ride on the right hand side of the road. For additional safety reasons, motorbikes and cars will accompany the participants of the Alpen Challenge Lenzerheide. Participants must follow the instructions of organization staff members and the police at all times. In case of breaking official traffic regulations in Switzerland or Italy, the organization is allowed to hand out the participants’ personal data to the police. There are two railroad crossings in the Alpen Challenge, one in Surava and one in La Punt. Crossing it despite a red stop sign inevitably leads to the direct disqualification of the participant.

Unsportsmanlike behavior or behavior endangering other participants directly lead to disqualification. The organization may disqualify participants who do not reach checkpoints in time or who obviously can not reach the finish within the event’s schedule. Participants are aware of the fact that they will be disqualified in case they leave the official route, in case they use a shortcut during the event or in case they use cars or rely on other technical assistive equipment respectively.

The bib number can be handed out only in Lantsch/ Lenz directly providing a photo ID or a written authority. The numbers (handlebar number, bib number) must be readable at all times and must be mounted as indicated by the organization. Participants are aware of the fact that they will be disqualified in case the numbers are changed (such as removing or covering the advertisement) or in case they are accompanied by persons that are not registered in the Alpen Challenge themselves.

The timing of the race is possible only with the help of a transponder that is to be mounted according to the organization’s instructions. The transponder is to be carried along during the entire event. The transponder is to be handed back after the event. In case the transponder is not handed back, participants may send it to the organization via airmail at their own costs. If the transponder gets lost or is not handed back within the time limit, the organization will charge participants with a fee of CHF 50,-.

The start of the Alpen Challenge can be organized in different starting blocks. For safety reasons, the race can be neutralized for some kilometers. Overtaking is not allowed during this part of the race. The riders will be accompanied by motorbikes. Participants are to remain in their initial starting blocks. Starting in a different starting block will lead to a disqualification of the rider. Changing the starting block is possible only after reaffirmation with the organization (info@alpenchallengelenzerheide.ch).

Except for riders in block A, that will be timed right of the start, all other riders (starting blocks B to H) will be timed only after they have crossed the starting line. Top 10 finishers (men and women) must have been started in Block A.

There is a team classification for both route options. Teams will be acknowledged as such independent from the participants’ gender. Their team or club name is to be identical according to the registration; the participants are responsible themselves for the correct and identical spelling. A team consists of at least three riders. The classification will be the addition of the individual times needed for the route. A team or club may enter a route with no more than one team, no matter how many riders are in it. A separate registration for the team classification is not necessary. The teams registered will be announced in the week prior to the Alpen Challenge. Altering the team or team name after the start is not possible.
 
Starting with the number or with the transponder of another rider leads to the disqualification. Being accompanied by cars or motorbikes during the event is not allowed and will lead to the disqualification of the participant.

Waste disposal of any kind on the route or next to the route leads to the disqualification of the participant. There are designated disposal areas close to the refreshment areas.

In case of bad weather conditions or unpredictable force majeure incidents, the organization may change or shorten the route or adapt the time limits. For the riders’ safety, the organization may cancel the event.

Participants can not claim indemnification or the refund of the registration fee from the organization in case the event has to be changed in any way or cancelled as a result of force majeure incidents. The same counts in case riders cancel their participation themselves. The registration can not be transferred to another rider. The registration for the Alpen Challenge Lenzerheide is organized online via the official website or the event’s timekeeper.

With the registration, participants declare their agreement with the organization using their personal data for organization purposes. With the registration, participants also declare their agreement with the organization using photos of the event, footage or interviews for radio broadcasts, for TV shows, advertisement as well as for any type of print or online media including social networks. Participants may not claim indemnification for this.  

With the registration, participants declare their agreement with the organization – or any third party – publishing (online and/or printed) their names, their year of birth and their place of residence on the official start and result lists. This agreement is a precondition for the participation.