THE ORIGINAL MASS START · SINCE 1995ALPE D’HUEZ · 9—11 JULY 2027
FROM THE GLACIER TO THE VALLEY.
21 KM TO BECOME PART OF THE LEGEND.
The most spectacular mountain bike start in the World. An entire mountain, hundreds of riders and 2,600 metres of descent all the way to Allemond.
MEGA KID
NEXT GENERATION
VILLAGE EXPO
RIDE · SHARE · PARTY
FROM THE GLACIER
TO THE VALLEY.
The race that defined Marathon Mass Start mountain biking. A mass start at 3,330 metres, 21 kilometres of raw terrain and a finish 2,600 metres below in Allemond.
3 330 M
START · PIC BLANC
21 KM
OF DESCENT
−2 600 M
VERTICAL DROP
1995
WHERE THE LEGEND BEGAN
RIDE. RACE. LIVE.
A full week for those who ride, those who watch and everyone who shares the passion.
EXPERIENCE THE RACE
Qualifying runs, Main Event, Challengers, Amateurs, Ladies and E-Bike: every rider creates their own Megavalanche story.
WEEKEND
LIVE THE ATMOSPHERE
Mega Village, meet-ups, après-rides, concerts and days shaped by mountains and bikes.
EXPERIENCE IT TOGETHER
Mega Kid, balance bikes, spectator areas and resort activities: the adventure is made to be shared at every age.
THIS IS MEGAVALANCHE
THIS ISN’T JUST A RACE.
THIS IS THE MEGA.
The silence of Pic Blanc. Tyres cutting through the snow. Lines crossing, terrain changing at every turn and the smiles of those who make it all the way to Allemond.
- One start line at the summit, 3,330 metres above sea level
- Every terrain: snow, rock, alpine meadows and forest
- One community: amateurs and elite riders together
- One finish: the valley and the pride of becoming a finisher
2027
ALPE D’HUEZ
Three days of racing, preceded by a full week of riding and entertainment.
Provisional schedule: detailed times will be published once confirmed.
FRIDAY 09 · SEEDING RUNS & KIDS
Seeding runs, kids’ races and a first look at the race lines.
SATURDAY 10 · FINALS
E-Bike, Ladies, Challengers, Affinity, podium ceremonies and an evening at the Expo Village.
SUNDAY 11 · MAIN EVENT
Megavalanche, Amateur starts, finish line and podium ceremonies in Allemond.
MAPS & ROUTES.
From the overall event map to the detailed routes: select a map using the tabs below.
PRACTICAL
INFO.
The essential answers you need to prepare your week. The dedicated FAQ page will cover every topic in detail.
EVERYONE IS QUALIFIED
Everyone gets to ride from the glacier. The seeding runs place riders into the Megavalanche, Challengers, Amateurs or Affinity groups. The final 2027 format will be detailed in the official regulations.
WHAT EQUIPMENT IS MANDATORY?
A full-face helmet, knee pads, full-finger gloves and a back protector — or a backpack with an integrated protector — are mandatory. Elbow pads are recommended. The final 2027 regulations remain the official reference.
WHERE CAN SUPPORTERS WATCH THE RACE?
The usual viewing areas include Pic Blanc, the mid-station, Fontaine de Poutran and the finish in Allemond. The confirmed 2027 access information will be published in the official schedule.
WHERE SHOULD I STAY?
Alpe d’Huez: closest to the Expo Village.
Allemond: close to the finish and the Eau d’Olle Express lift.
Oz-en-Oisans: between the resort and the valley.
LIVE THE MEGA
ALL YEAR ROUND.
Behind the scenes, course previews, riders, archives and upcoming announcements: join the official Megavalanche community.
EXHIBITOR · TEAM · VOLUNTEER
Bring your brand to the Expo Village, reserve a space for your team or join the volunteers who bring the Megavalanche to life.
1995—2026
RESULTS.
All historical rankings and results are available in the tabs below.
1996 Fabrice TAILLEFER
1997 Fabrice TAILLEFER
1998 Samuel PERIDY
1999 François DOLA
2000 Alex BALAUD
2001 René WILDHABER
2002 René WILDHABER
2003 René WILDHABER
2004 René WILDHABER
2005 Jérôme CLEMENTZ
2006 Nicolas VOUILLOZ
2007 René WILDHABER
2008 René WILDHABER
2009 Rémy ABSALON
2010 Jérôme CLEMENTZ
2011 Rémy ABSALON
2012 Rémy ABSALON
2013 Jérôme CLEMENTZ