We at European Cycle Events are very pleased to announce that we have been approached by the organisers of Tours des Station to become a major UK Tour Operator for their 2021 event. We are extremely happy to be working with the organisers of this relatively new and exciting event. We and the organisers believe it’s going to be Switzerlands answer to Italy’s Maratona and France’s Etape – so do don’t miss out on a great event.
This is an exceptional sporting challenge linking the region’s ski stations in a spectacular environment – hence Tour des Stations, riders can choose between three distances of 240km, 145km and 85km – and the corresponding altitude differences of 8,200m, 4750m and 2,850m and you will climb the well known pass Croix-de-Cœur, topping out at 2,174 metres.
The Tour des Stations crosses through the enchanting countryside of the Canton of Valais, its mountainous vineyards, picturesque nature, authentic villages and internationally renowned resort.
We are based in Verbier a famous and well known ski resort. Verbier is the location of the finish so you do not have far to get to your hotel after a hard day in the saddle. The other positive is that you will descending circa 9k to Chables for the start.
Special Note MEDICAL CERTIFICATE :-Participants must be in good health and properly trained. Unlike French races, the license and/or medical certificate is not mandatory to participate in cyclosportive events in Switzerland.
However, the organization strongly recommends that participants consult a physician to confirm their ability to perform this type of effort.
Each participant must have his own insurance (accident and liability insurance RC), covering bodily injury and material damage on Swiss territory
Each participant must have on him/her throughout the ride and for the duration of the event: – a rigid helmet with chinstrap attached,
– a mobile phone with a charged battery,
– a bib and the road map with the emergency number,
– lighting: white headlight front and rear red headlight – a hydration (water bottle or hydration bag) system.
Numerous feed station – longer the distance more feed stations
End of ride food
Mobile mechanics
Sag Wagon
Medical assistance
Chip timing
We are offering two options to pay , please see below :-
Option 1
Option 2
1. £100.00 Deposit
2. Balance monthly – one month after your deposit , with the final payment 1/6/2021 – so the earlier you book the lower the monthly payments.
Please take a look at our payment and cancellations Terms and Conditions.
Outbound 5/8/2021
Fly into Geneva airport
Ensure you are cleared through customs by 10:30 as the coach leaves at 11:00
Return 8/8/2021
Coach departs from the hotel at 10:00 a.m.
Circa 2.5 hour transfer, so book your return flight with this in mind.
Many thanks for deciding to take a trip with European Cycle Events, we really look forward to seeing you.
All Events and Bespoke trip payments
Your deposit payment, which secures your place on your trip, is taken by Stripe Online Payments as with balance payments.
If you decide to cancel for whatever reason , only payments made within the previous 14 days from cancellation date will be refunded.
Our terms and conditions can be found here.