Info for Participants

Travel & Transport

We will travel together to the Alps and back by bus transfer, using two large buses with trailers for the bicycles. Transport is organized by Oncode Institute.

• Departure location: Utrecht Jaarbeurs (Expoplein Utrecht, GPS: 52.083266, 5.099880).

• Departure time: June 2nd, between 6:30 and 7:00 AM. Cyclists must arrive by 6:00 AM to load their bicycles in an orderly manner.

• Return time: June 6th, arriving back at Expoplein, Utrecht, around 11:00 PM.

• Parking: Limited parking is available at Jaarbeurs at a 90% reduced rate. If you are considering this option, please coordinate with other participants for carpooling. Indicate your parking request to soumela.kasperiouk@oncodeinstitute.nl.

Housing 

Oncode Institute has reserved two locations for accommodation close to the finish line. Rooms and apartments will be shared, with 2-, 3-, or 4-bed options.

Please indicate your preferred roommates in the questionnaire that will be shared with you.

Food

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner can be reserved through the organization. Alpe d’HuZes offers meal options, and we will coordinate these together.

• Alpe D'Huzes weekmenu

• Other options: There are supermarkets and multiple restaurants on the mountain.

• During the ascent: The organization provides water and simple snacks along the route. However, we strongly recommend bringing your preferred sports food and drinks, as demand for supplies on the mountain is high.

Clothing

• Before & around the event: Hugo Snippert is designing our training shirt, featuring all sponsor logos. Further details will follow.

• During the event: Official Alpe d’HuZes shirts with the Oncode logo printed large on the back have been ordered. These will be collected on May 11th at Papendal and distributed shortly before the event.

• Weather considerations: As the event starts early (4:30 AM), bring warm clothing for the morning.
  
  

Bicycles and walking shoes

Needless to say, your gear will need to be in superb condition for the event:

• Cyclists:

  • Mandatory: Front and rear lights (for early morning visibility), a helmet, and official Alpe d’HuZes clothing.

  • Check your bike: Ensure your tires and brakes are in excellent shape, as they will endure significant wear during the event.

• Walkers & runners:

  • Wear well-conditioned shoes suited for the ascent—not brand new, but also not too worn out.