PARTICIPANT INFORMATION

WHO?

Any amateur or professional cyclist as long as they are over 18 years old can participate in L'Etape Rio by Tour de France. Since this is a physically demanding cycling event that requires intensive training, the only requirement is the submission of a valid medical certificate of fitness for competitive cycling practice, issued by a cardiologist dated no less than a year from the day of the event.

MEDICAL CERTIFICATE

CLICK HERE to download the medical certificate template.

WHERE?

L'Étape Rio by Tour de France will take place in the city of Rio de Janeiro, starting and ending at Marina da Glória, where Village L'Étape will also be set up.

In this fourth edition, we will bring for another year a course where not only high-performance athletes will be able to compete, but new cycling athletes will experience an international level race, with total safety and support on the track, passing through tourist points of the wonderful city and places of high demand by cyclists in Rio de Janeiro. It will be a challenging and beautiful journey.

On the specific page of each route, you will find race maps, altimetric map and other information available for consultation and download.

REMOVAL OF THE ATHLETE KIT

The L'Étape Rio 2024 Athlete Kit must be picked up at Village L'Étape, on Friday, June 28th from 12 pm to 8 pm, or on Saturday, June 29th, from 9 am to 8 pm. We will not deliver any kits on Sunday.

Do not forget that the collection of the Athlete Kit is only possible with the presentation of a valid medical certificate that guarantees physical fitness printed to compete and a document with photo.

NECESSARY DOCUMENTATION FOR PICK UP KIT IN PERSON OR BY THIRD PARTIES

For any athlete enrolled in the race, it will be mandatory to present a document with a photo and their medical certificate printed and with the doctor's stamp and CRM, having to be within a period of up to one year from the date of the race;

KIT Withdrawal by Third Parties

The grantee must present a copy of the registrant's document, an authorization with a notarized signature containing the personal data of both the registrant and the grantee, confirming the withdrawal of the kit by the third party, together with the participant's medical certificate, under the same conditions mentioned above. If for some reason the registered athlete cannot participate in the race, the medical certificate is not necessary.

We have a model of power of attorney that can be downloaded by CLICKING HERE.

WHEN?

L'Étape Rio by Tour de France will take place from June 28 to 30, 2024.

The start will be at 6 am on the 30rd for both courses, aiming at a milder climate that will boost our athletes in the hardest points of the race.

Even though it's winter, we recommend that all participants try to use sun protection in clothes, glasses and uncovered parts of the body.

L'Étape Rio in June comes to compose a calendar of L'Étape competitions in different quarters, profiles and climates, so that the athlete's experience is unique and unforgettable.

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WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT AS A RIDER?

The L'Étape Brasil by Tour de France trials are today the best experience any amateur cyclist can enjoy on their bike. Without a doubt, you will enjoy a unique experience on an incredible route, designed by Tour de France specialists, with a vibrant Village atmosphere and in the start and finish zone of the race. As we want L'Étape to be accessible to all amateur cyclists, 2 formats will be offered to participants: long route and short route.

Find out more here on the site and contact our team if you have any questions.

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN MY REGISTRATION?

Before the race:

- Your test number;
- Athlete's guide with details about the race and practical information on how to get to the start and finish areas;
- Bike rack will be available from Friday to Sunday in the Village, where you can leave your bike in a secure area during opening hours.

- Athlete kit with an Official Jersey of the stage

During the race:

- Medical assistance throughout the race;
- Fixed and mobile mechanical assistance will be provided free of charge;
- Access to hydration and food points during the race;
- Participation KOM & QOM Challenge;
- In case you have to give up the race, we will arrange transport to the finish line.

After the race:

- A finisher's medal;
- Access to Village activities, entertainment, restrooms, podium and big screen;
- Access to the After Party, where participants can gather around a meal to share their tasting experience;
- Your official results.