FAQs

  • Until when can I register?
    Registration is open until a few weeks before the event. However, it is important to note that there is a limited number of 3,250 starting places. In the past the Alpenbrevet was always sold out. We therefore advise you to register early so that you can ride your desired tour. The Platintour is limited to 500 participants.
  • Is there a waiting list for the tours?
    Once the tours are sold out, you can put your name on the waiting list. This costs CHF 9 and does not guarantee a place. If anyone cancels, the waiting list will be processed in order. The CHF 9 fee is non-refundable. However, participants will receive a voucher worth CHF 10, which can be used in the Giordana online shop (without Alpenbrevet collection). As soon as you get a starting place and can move up from the waiting list, the price valid at the time of registration applies to the tours. The price at the time of registration on the waiting list does not apply. The deadline for registering for the tour is 3 days after receiving the email with the registration link.
  • Can I change my route in advance?
    As a general rule, each participant starts in the category for which they have registered. Changes between individual tours is only possible in advance under the following conditions:
    – By 31 August 2026 at the latest
    – If the officially approved participant quotas for the tours have not been reached or the tours are not sold out
    – In the event of changing tours, the price difference between the originally paid price for the registration and the currently valid price for the newly selected tour is payable (applies to upgrades and downgrades)
    – If you change to a cheaper tour, the difference in entry fees will not be refunded
  • Are late registrations or up- and downgrades possible on site?
    Up- and Downgrades on site are only possible if the officially approved quotas allow it. Participants who unauthorised start in the wrong categories will not be counted as finishers and will be banned from future Swiss Cycling Alpenbrevet events.
  • I can’t start, what can I do?
    You can unsubscribe via the change link included in your registration confirmation and will get a voucher* code instead. This option is possible until 30 June 2026. Do you have someone who wants to take over your starting place? You can forward your starting spot with the transfer link, found in the confirmation.
    *Vouchers for the following year do not guarantee a starting place. Participants must register independently and in good time for the next year’s event. Vouchers are only valid for the next edition.
  • Is there a special train from Valais to Andermatt?
    An extra train is planned again and we will inform you as soon as tickets can be booked. ATTENTION: Seats are limited and the train has always been sold out in previous years.
  • How do I get back to Obergoms from Andermatt?
    From Andermatt, a train runs back to Obergoms every hour. The last train of the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn in the direction of the Valais leaves Andermatt at 8.25 pm. A bus transfer is not possible due to the trailer ban on the Furkapass.
  • Are there extra trains from Zurich main station via Arth-Goldau and Göschenen to Andermatt?
    Special connections are planned again and we will inform you as soon as the connections and times are confirmed.
  • Does there be enough parking space available in Andermatt?
    There are around 800 parking spaces available in Andermatt, which will be signaled as of Friday noon. Not a lot with almost 3’250 participants. There is a charge for the parking spaces. The parking fee can be paid on site with the mobile application Parkingpay or TWINT or cash. We recommend carpooling whenever possible. There are NO parking spaces available in the village. Info on the parking situation here.
  • Is there luggage transport from Ulrichen to Andermatt for all Bronzetour participants?
    Yes, you can leave your luggage in Ulrichen and we will transport it to Andermatt, where you can pick it up at the multi-purpose hall at the event location. Please do not leave any valuables in your luggage, as the luggage storage area is not supervised.
  • Can I leave my luggage in Andermatt during my tour?
    Yes, you can leave your luggage in a designated area in the multi-purpose hall at the event location and pick it up again after your tour. Please do not leave any valuables in your luggage, as the luggage storage area is not supervised.
  • When does my tour start?
    Provisional times for 2026:
    Platintour: 05:45h in Andermatt
    Goldtour: 06:00h in Andermatt
    Silbertour: 06:25h in Andermatt
    Bronzetour: 08:45h in Ulrichen
  • Can I change my route on the way?
    With this year’s routing, you can’t switch from one tour to the other along the way. In addition, shortcuts are possible at any time. So you can, for example ride the Goldtour and take the shortcut over the Gotthard Pass.
  • Are there time limits?
    As the Platin- and Goldtours are very long, there are time limits for these two tours. If you reach a place after the control deadline, you may not finish the route, but must return to Andermatt via the next possible shortcut. The following control closures apply:
    Platintour:
    – In Ulrichen at 11:45h
    – In Airolo at 13:45h
    Goldtour:
    – In Airolo at 14:00h
    Cut off time for all tours:
    – In Andermatt at 21:00h
  • Where are the timekeeping stations?
    The timing stations are located at the following places:
    – Andermatt (Start Silber and Goldtour)
    – Wassen (Start Platintour)
    – Innertkirchen
    – Ulrichen
    – Airolo
    – Olivone
    – Disentis
    – Andermatt Finish
  • Will the start numbers be shipped?
    No, everyone needs to collect the start number personally.
  • When can I pick-up my start number?
    On the Friday before the event, bib numbers will be issued for all routes in Andermatt from 16:00 – 21:00. On Saturday morning, the start number must be collected at the starting point of the respective tour.
  • How can I reclaim my start number deposit?
    There will be a stand on site in the Event Village where you can either claim your deposit back in cash or exchange it for an Alpenbrevet T-shirt. Of course you can also keep your race number as a souvenir and not return it.
  • What do I get at the refreshment stations?

 

  • Why are there no more food stations on top of the passes?
    These are now after the descents. It was often also asked to move the catering stations, as it is sensitively cold depending on the weather on the passes and a break for the body is not ideal.
  • Which WINFORCE products are served at the refreshment stations?
    In addition to the liquid Carbo Basic Plus as an isotonic drink, Panforte Cacao Citrus bars, Ultra Energy Complex gels in two flavors, caffeine boosters and the new Hydro Energy liquid gels are also available.
  • Do I get a water bottle at the start or on the go?
    There are no plans to issue bottles. However, there will be water and isotonic drinks at the start.
  • I can’t find accommodation. What can I do?
    We provide group housing in Andermatt and surroundings from friday to sunday. You will find information about this on accomodations.
  • Will there be an Alpenbrevet collection again for 2026?
    Yes, it will. The shop is already open and you can buy the collection directly from Giordana. More under ‘Merchandise’
  • Can I buy a jersey on site?
    On site in Andermatt there will be a Giordana booth selling the collection. The supply is limited, because we produce mainly on demand.
  • What if my jersey doesn’t fit?
    If the jersey or other items of clothing do not fit you, you can exchange them on site in Andermatt at the clothing stand. Attention, we do not guarantee that there will be the right size remaining. In addition, an exchange is only possible if the item is still unused, as well if you bring the label and original packaging.
  • Can I buy merchandise even if I don’t start?
    Yes, you can. On the website you will find our online store where you can buy various merchandise.
  • When can I pick up my ordered items in Andermatt?
    You can pick up your pre-ordered clothes on Friday and Saturday at the Giordana stand in our Event Village.

  • Do I get a finisher certificate after crossing the finish line?
    The Finisher certificate will be available online.
  • Do I get a finisher gift after crossing the finish line?
    All participants will receive a finisher bag with great goodies from our partners. You can also pick up a souvenir Alpenbrevet T-shirt in exchange for your race number.
  • Will I receive a medal when I cross the finish line?
    Optionally, you can buy a finisher medal directly at the registration and we will present it to you when you cross the finish line.