Triathlon de la Madeleine 2023

Take part in the unique Triathlon de la Madeleine, version XL!
This event is organized on and around Saint Francois de Longchamp. The event has been around since 2015 and will have its 9th edition on Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023.This triathlon is not just any triathlon....it is known for its heaviness; in fact, this triathlon has the most altimeters in all of France and is coming in 2023 with its second tough XL edition! Take part under the guidance of triathlete and (former) participant Claudia Striekwold!

After swimming in the water in the lake of Saint-Rémy-de-Maurienne, the routes of cycling with huge elevation changes go into the following distances. Check out this video that gives a good impression of the event:

- 1600m of swimming in the lake of Saint-Rémy-de-Maurienne
- 111km cycling (3800hm) from Saint-Rémy-de-Maurienne et Saint François Longchamp, to the Lacets de Montvernier, le Col du Mollard, le Col de la Croix de Fer, le Col du Glandon and the last climb via Montgellafrey!
- 13km run (450m) 3 laps

The running part takes place in the middle of the village of Saint-Francois-de-Longchamp. Here, family, friends and supporters can cheer on quite favorites.

On a half board basis during stay and adapted food for the competition.

Stay in luxury apartment or chalet at Parc Madeleine in Saint Francois de Longchamps. With the personal guidance of triathlete and former participant Claudia Striekwold, this will be a week to remember!

Optional are daily bike-wash or sports massage
Private parking in garage

Climb all the possibilities of the Col de Madeleine, discover the gems in the area such as several balcony climbs and enter the world's largest cycling area in the French Alps in the run-up to this event.

Because this event is also run at altitude, the stay in Parc Madeleine is an absolute must. Make sure you start the event well rested and make good use of the sleep at altitude so you will get used to the event as soon as possible (usually after 4 days), just in time for a great performance in this unique triathlon!

For the kids: on Friday evening there will be a special mini kids triathlon. To encourage the youth, this is completely FREE to register!
Everything takes place in the center of Saint-Francois-de-Longchamp and is therefore within walking distance of our accommodation.

No license is required to participate in this free triathlon for children, no medical certificate is required, though parental consent is required of course. Registration can be done on site on Friday, 18-08 between 4:30pm and 5:30pm.

REGISTRATIONS GO THROUGH THE PORTAL OF THE ORGANIZATION CLICK HERE

Program from Wednesday, Aug. 16 through Aug. 20, 2023

Day 1 - Wednesday, Aug. 16
Arrival and introductory drive in the afternoon (if you arrive earlier)
Evening: dinner and briefing for the next few days.

Day 2 - Thursday, August 17
Breakfast in the morning and then together with Claudia we choose the program for exploration of the different courses.
Evening: dinner and lecture on sports nutrition use with triathlons.

Day 3 - Friday, Aug. 18

Breakfast in the morning. Program a day before the race is completely custom, do you want to rest or another sport? Would you like a use of a light massage? Let Claudia know and go for your most optimal preparation for Saturday's race!
Drop off bikes for bike parking.
At 5:30pm you can watch the mini kids triathlon in the village (walking distance)
Evening: dinner and planning for race day

Day 4 - Saturday, August 19
Breakfast, earlier time due to the race
Departure to the start by car.
RACEDAY: Triathlon de la Madeleine!
Evening: dinner with nice ending to the week

Day 5 - Sunday, Aug. 20
After breakfast, we say goodbye to each other and start our journey home!

What is included?
- The most fun accompaniment to go on vacation with!
- Participation with like-minded people in a great triathlon event!
- Half board accommodation in a 4-star apartment or chalet with spacious comfort rooms based on 2 people or single room option (lunch on the routes).
- Use of our team car during the event
- Follow car or tour guide during the tours.
- Recovery food; after each ride we provide a good recovery drink
- Locked storage for the bikes.
- Bike workshop.
- Towels.
- Bed linen.
- Reservation fee.
- Final cleaning.
- Free goody bag offered by Cycle Travel.

What is not included?
- Registration for the triathlon de la Madeleine (see
- Transportation to accommodation.
- Tourist tax €2.55 p.p.p.n. to be paid locally.
- Travel and cancellation insurance.
- Road bike rental (price on request).
- Medical examination; request through Ancora Health and possibly get reimbursed through your insurance.
- Drinks & snacks during lunches and dinners.

Additional services to book;
- Sports massage from €59.95; schedule a well-deserved sports massage during the week. Recover better from your efforts.
- Sports nutrition package; a package tailored to your daily consumption including recovery. More info to follow.
- Bike clothing laundry service; after cycling, hang your clothes in matching laundry bag at the reception. We make sure your laundry comes back quickly and nice and clean the next morning at breakfast.
- Single room surcharge; if you choose for a single room there is a total surcharge of €200,-.

Watch the after video of the 2022 edition here: