Check in; 3rd – 5th July | Check out; 12th July
Please see detailed FAQ section below for full details.
Which chalet will I be staying at?
Race Ready Pro Package guests stay in our Premium chalet hotel ‘Le Camigane’ .
Rooms are allocated with riders in mind to create the best group mix and overall experience. Le Camigane is a 5-star property offering the perfect base for the Megavalanche with a great level of comfort and quality for riders.
If you’d like to secure the best available room, you can add a room upgrade via the package upgrades page.
Chalet Hotel Le Camigane
Does the chalet have a bike wash & tools?
Our chalet is set up for you to take on the Megavalanche with ease. Le Camigane has a bike wash and basic tool station with cleaning products to keep your bike fresh and race-ready, no need to queue at the town wash.
For more complex repairs, you’ll need to bring your own tools such as; brake bleeding kits & torque wrenches etc.
Is breakfast included?
Yes breakfast is included every morning, delicious continental buffet breakfast with eggs is included during your stay.
During the week you may need to leave early to get to the start line, we cater for these early mornings to make sure you’re fuelled up on race day.
Are evening meals included?
Delicious two-course dinners are served during your stay for 5 nights.
What’s the room configuration?
Rooms are based on a twin room occupancy with an ensuite. Solo guests are paired with a same-gender guest.
Single room occupancy is available and can be added to your booking during the checkout process.
Large 3 person rooms are available depending on your group booking size.
Room upgrades guarantee you the best rooms available. Each room is different, some may include a bigger room and/or balcony. Not all rooms have balconies.
Room upgrades or a single room occupancy supplement can be added here.
Do I need to bring towels?
No, crisp linen and towels are included so no need to bring your own.
How does the money back guarantee work?
Our money back guarantee its aimed at riders looking to secure their space before race entries are released.
If you’re booking any of our Megavalanche packages before you obtain your race entry in December or January, we’ll refund you in full if you are unable to obtain your race entry.
Just provide proof that you couldn’t get an entry from the UCC race organisers and we will issue a refund.
I plan to attend solo, will this be ok?
Absolutely, we thrive on bringing people together which is a huge part of what our holidays are all about.
Some riders choose to keep to themselves and others like to stick together, either way there is always a friendly face at the chalet to spin some laps and share a beer with!
What is included with the race ready Megavalanche package?
Our Megavalanche race ready packages are designed to take away all the hassle you might face for a racer competing in the Mega.
Every package as standard includes;
What’s not included?
How do I book my space?
Simply add your preferred package to your cart and secure your spot with a £250/€286 deposit. The final balance is due 8 weeks before arrival, with a separate invoice sent 10 weeks prior.
Trips can be paid in monthly instalments via direct debit, please contact us to arrange. PayPal “Buy Now” is also available at checkout.
Future payments explained
At checkout, you can pay in full or pay a £250 deposit to secure your place.
Remaining payments can be made by monthly direct debit (contact us to arrange). Your final balance is due 8 weeks before arrival.
To make any changes to your booking, please contact us directly. Deposits are non-refundable unless covered by the money-back guarantee below.
*Money back guarantee conditions
Book our packages with confidence!
If you’re booking any of our Megavalanche packages before you obtain your race entry in December or January, we’ll refund you in full if you are unable to attain your race entry.
Just provide proof that you couldn’t get an entry from the UCC race organisers and we will issue a refund, It’s that simple!
Cancelation policy details
Deposit: Non-refundable.
Balance Payments: Due 60 days before arrival. Payments made more than 60 days before arrival (excluding deposit) are refundable if you cancel, minus 2.5% card processing fees. Once the balance is paid within the 60 day period, it is non-refundable.
Cancellations: If within 60 days before your arrival, must be claimed through your travel insurance. A letter confirming no-show can be provided.
No-shows or changes after arrival: Full booking cost applies. “Changes” includes reductions in group size or booked services.
Company Cancellation: If MTB Trail Hub cancels a trip for reasons within our control, full refunds will be issued. For cancellations outside our control (e.g., event cancellations, natural disasters, pandemics), claims must be made through your insurance.
For travel insurance, you can get a bespoke quote from Yellow Jersey by clicking here. Use the code ‘TRAILHUB’ to receive a 15% discount.
Do you offer a non-racer package for family or partners?
Yes, although we are a rider specific based chalet, partners and/or family members are welcomed.
Do I need insurance?
Yes, travel and Health insurance are mandatory for all guests booking with the Trail Hub, by agreeing to our terms and conditions you agree to sourcing your own insurance policies incase of an emergency.
We have partnered with Yellow Jersey who are market leaders in the mountain bike holiday insurance.
Get a bespoke quote for your trip here and use the quote ‘TRAILHUB’ for 15% discount.
You also have the option to add emergency health insurance to your Megavalanche race entry during the online entry process.
UK specific guests, you can apply for a free GHIC card which gives you access to medically necessary state-provided healthcare when you’re visiting an EU country or Switzerland. Apply for yours here.
When do I check in and out?
Standard check-in is from 15:00 on 5th July 2026
Early check in is from 12pm (noon) on the 3rd July 2026, this can be added to your booking on our upgrades page here.
Check-out is by 9:30 am on 12th July 2026
Self Drive Location Details
You’ll receive the exact address and arrival instructions in your pre-arrival info email. This will be sent directly to you or your group leader 10 weeks before your arrival.
Airport Transfer Arrival/Departure Details
If you are using our airport transfers, this must be pre arranged and added to your booking. A full description of your arrival and departure information can be seen here.
Can I stay extra days before the Megavalanche?
Yes, our Megavalanche packages include plenty of practice time before Friday’s first qualification race.
Packages run Monday to Monday, with an option to arrive on Saturday for a 9-day trip.
Guests can arrive later if they prefer, but the full package price still applies.
Do you provide airport transfers for Megavalanche week?
What is the tourist tax de sejour?
Tourist tax is not included in the price of your packaged and will be charged additionally in your final invoice.
It is a mandatory holiday tax in France in which guests over 18 are charged per night.
This will be charged between 2.5-3.5 euros per night depending on your accommodation.
Early arrival explained
Designed to boost your Megavalanche week, giving extra riding days or extra time to relax before the racing begins.
Early arrival is included for ‘Elite Race Ready Packages’. Riders can choose a check-in day which suits them best.
Early arrival is served as a bed and breakfast only until the first evening meal is served on the 5th July.
Airport transfer key info
Pick up and drop off: Geneva Airport (GVA)
Approx. transfer time: 3 hours
Return Airport transfers can be added to any package. However they are already included in Elite Race Ready Package.
Spaces are limited to 8 spaces for each transfer and reserved under a first come first served basis.
Airport transfers run at set times. It is your responsibility to book flights that align with your transfer (detailed below)
We will do our best to accommodate delays, but transfers can only wait up to 30 minutes beyond the scheduled departure. If you miss your transfer, you will need to arrange alternative travel at your own cost and claim through insurance if needed.
If you have an XL or oversized bike box, you MUST inform us in advance at the time of booking and provide measurements weeks before arrival.
Geneva Airport → Alpe d’Huez
• 12:00 PM — 3rd July
• 12:00 PM — 5th July
Alpe d’Huez → Geneva Airport
• Approx. 9:30 AM — 12th July
• Transfers aim to leave Geneva Airport at 12.00 (noon) on 3rd July and 12:00 PM (noon) on 5th July.
• You MUST allow plenty of time to pass through customs & collect baggage before arriving at the meeting point.
• A WhatsApp group will be set up for all travellers.
• After collecting your bags, meet outside the Montreal Jazz Café (about 100 yards to the right from arrivals)
• Your driver will meet you at the confirmed departure time.
• Your return flight must depart after 3:00 PM
• Transfer leaves the chalet at approx. 9:30 AM
• Pick-up may vary between 8:00–9:30 AM depending on conditions
*Ready to race Megavalanche coaching explained
*Full access to this service is included with the ‘Race Ready Elite Package’.
Perfect for first-time Megavalanche riders or racers who want every advantage. The goal: help each participant to get the best result possible & feel more at ease doing it!
Benefit from years of Megavalanche experience and 20+ years or race experience.
Pre-Arrival Support
Get bespoke one-to-one (virtual) guidance before you arrive as well as Mega-specific training plans, suspension + bike setup tips too.
In resort coaching (for additional paying guests or ‘Race Ready Elite Package’ guests;
Tuesday: First lifts, resort orientation, and a guided half-day ride. Warm up on mellower trails, then focus on the best race lines for the qualification track.
Thursday Evening: Pre-race group briefing to review line choices, share last-minute tips, and settle nerves for race day.
Each member of the ‘in resort coaching’ receives a free Megavalanche Survivors Pack to help with mechanicals on the mountain
Only 7 spaces available.
Do you offer guided practice runs on the Megavalanche trails?
Yes, but it’s an optional paid add-on service. Our Race Ready Mega coaching gives you an advantage. You’ll tap into four years of experience and get a guided morning on the qualification trail to dial in the best lines. If you want to fast-track to success, it’s worth it.
What nationality are the guests of the Trail Hub Megavalanche Package?
We welcome riders from all around the world. The Megavalanche is a true bucket-list event, and our chalets bring together mountain bikers from every corner of the globe.
English is the main language spoken on our trips, so you’ll need basic English ideally to the get the most from the experience.
We’ve supported riders on their Megavalanche journey from Chile, Australia, the USA, Venezuela, India, and all across Europe.
How much is it to enter the Megavalanche?
The Megavalanche 2026 ticket price is typically around €150, which includes a 7-day lift pass, for a full week of riding in Alpe d’Huez. Enter directly here
You can also add race insurance for about €9 per day.
Optional extras like the Funky Race, Chainless Race, and Dual Slalom can be added to your entry for a small additional fee.
Megavalanche 2027 tickets, how do I get an entry?
The race organisers of the Megavalanche (UCC) usually announce a release date for tickets in early January. You can usually expect event entries to go live around mid January.
Usually tickets for the event do not sell out however, It’s best to book as early as possible to get the early bird price and a better starting position for the qualification race.
When entries are live you can enter here.
Megavalanche doctors certificate explained?
To compete in the Megavalanche you need to prove you are fit to do so, this can be done in the form of and signed doctors certificate, or if you are from the UK, a valid British Cycling membership is also ok.
There are three ways to do this;
You can download a copy of the certificate here to give to your doctor.
Quite often I’ve experienced doctors do not want to sign this form, if you are short of time you can actually get this form signed by doctors online.
From the organisers side of things, they just need to see a signed document or valid licence.
Can anyone enter the Megavanche?
The technical answer is ‘Yes’ but the real answer is ‘No’. Any rider CAN enter the Megavalanche, even children!
It is possible to enjoy the race at your own pace and navigate the descent slowly whilst taking in the trail. Not everyone in this race is a pro rider.
However you will be descending 2600mts with multiple terrain changes throughout the race. A good level of bike fitness will be needed as well as a competent level of bike skills to make this race enjoyable.
For more information as well as a look at the trails you can watch our Megavalanche trail guide video series here.
The Megavalanche route, what’s it like?
The Megavalanche route is an epic, high-altitude descent that starts at the summit of Pic Blanc (3,300m) and drops all the way down to Allemond, the lowest part of the Alpe d’Huez mountain area. The full route is 22km long, with a massive 2,600m of vertical descent.
The top section of the Megavalanche route tackles steep snow-covered ski pistes and long traverses. As you descend, the terrain shifts into fast, loose, rocky singletrack with optional technical sections (which can be walked if needed).
The mid-section throws in a long traverse and lung-busting uphill sprint, before dropping you into the final stretch. At this point in the route you’re still around halfway. From here on you’re riding flowy woodland trails, tight switchbacks, punchy climbs, and fast flats.
Expect it to take anywhere between 45 minutes to 1.5 hours to complete, depending on conditions and your pace.
🎥 Want to see the Megavalanche route in action?
Check out our trail guide video below for an in-depth look at some of the trickier sections:
How many miles is the Megavalanche?
How many miles is the Megavalanche? – It’s just under 14 miles (or 22 kilometres) from start to finish. The trail is an official enduro route with 84 metres of climbing and a few miles of flat traverse sprint sections, so you’ll need more than bike skill and balls to get a solid result.
It’s a seriously epic descent from Pic Blanc at 3,330m all the way down to Allemond, dropping a huge 2,600m in elevation along the way.
Top-level riders can complete the race in around 40 minutes, while most experienced amateurs will finish in 50 minutes to 1 hour 15, depending on conditions, luck and fitness!
Take a look at the race trail here…
How do you qualify for the Megavalanche?
How do I qualify for the Megavalanche main race?
To take part in the main Megavalanche race, you’ll need to finish in the top 35 riders of your qualification wave. But don’t worry, every rider gets a race, even if you don’t qualify for the elite group.
Here’s how it breaks down:
MEGAVALANCHE Group (Sunday): The top 1st to 35th place from each qualification wave. These 350 riders race in the full mass start event from Pic Blanc.
CHALLENGERS Group (Saturday): Riders who place 36th to 70th in their qualification heat.
AMATEURS Group (Sunday): Riders finishing 71st to 94th.
AFFINITY Group (Saturday): For riders finishing 95th to 130th. This is a more relaxed, non-competitive ride with individual starts rather than a mass start.
WOMEN & E-BIKE RIDERS have dedicated races on Saturday morning, giving them their own start times and categories. (women’s ebike racers ride with male ebikes but scored separately.)
MEGA KIDS RACE: Open to young riders aged 7–16 years old in which they start their race from lower down.
How to get to Alpe d’Huez for the Megavalanche?
What are the best travel options for getting to Alpe d’Huez?
Here are your main options for getting to Alpe d’Huez for the Megavalanche:
Most popular option
Plenty of free parking available in Alpe d’Huez during summer
We offer an additional return transfer service from Geneva Airport to our Megavalanche guests which costs £150 pp. You can easily add this service to your booking here.
🔺 Important: This is a limited service, please read the full transfer info before booking flights.
Available from all major airports
Convenient, but can be expensive
Not recommended, especially with a bike box
Routes are complicated and time-consuming
| Race Ready PRO – Le Camigane | Self Catered White Horse | |
|---|---|---|
| Breakfast x7 | Yes | No |
| Evening meals x5 | Yes | No |
| Nearest Lift | Rif Nel | Pic Blanc 1 |
| Bike Wash station | Yes | Yes |
| Hot Tub/Sauna | Yes | No |
| Quiet location | Yes | Town Centre |
| Closest Trail | Melezes | Melezes |
| Luxury Accom | Yes | Basic |
| Nearby Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Airport Transfers Included | No | No |
Read our first timer’s guide to racing the Megavalanche here.
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