Published: 16th January 2025 | Last Updated: 6th December 2025 | Updated every year to reflect the latest requirements | Reading time: 3 minutes
By Dr Simon Shaw | Founder & Chief Medical Officer, Fit Certify
Dr Simon Shaw is the founder and medical director at Fit Certify — a worldwide provider of online sports medical certificates.
Are you gearing up for the La Marmotte? Known for its iconic climbs and breathtaking alpine scenery, this event is a dream for cycling enthusiasts. This year the La Marmotte is taking place on 28 June 2026.
Before you tackle those legendary mountain passes, there’s one essential step to complete: obtaining a medical certificate. Not sure why it’s required or how to get one? This short guide explains how Fit Certify can help you get a doctor-signed medical certificate online.
La Marmotte is a legendary series of Gran Fondo cycling events that test the endurance and determination of participants. Each event offers a unique challenge:
Whether you’re aiming for the ultimate challenge of La Marmotte Alpes or exploring the beauty of the Pyrenees, these events are a true test of endurance and passion.
Yes. If you are not racing with a valid competitive cycling licence, you must provide a medical certificate to complete your registration for La Marmotte Granfondo Alpes 2026.
Your certificate must:
You’ll be asked to upload your medical certificate (or licence) via the organiser’s registration portal before the event. If your document is missing, invalid, or not approved, you may be refused a start number or moved to a non-competitive randonnée format.
If you need your La Marmotte medical certificate reviewed and signed by a doctor, Fit Certify makes it quick, easy, and fully compliant.
Share a few details about your general health and medical history.
One of our expert sports medical doctors will assess your suitability for competitive cycling.
If fit, you’ll receive a signed and stamped medical certificate by email — usually within just a few hours
A doctor-reviewed and signed medical certificate for La Marmotte is just £69 with Fit Certify.
Hear from other cyclists who got their sports medical certificates with Fit Certify.
La Marmotte organisers usually provide an official medical certificate template each year, which includes a statement confirming that you have “no contraindications to participating in competitive cycling activities.” Riders without a valid racing licence are expected to use this template (or provide an equivalent certificate with the same wording).
You can normally download the template from the event website or request a copy directly from the organisers if you don’t already have it
A truly legendary route awaits at La Marmotte 2026. On Sunday 28 June 2026, riders will tackle one of Europe’s most iconic cyclosportives — ascending Alpine passes, battling through cols steeped in cycling history, and finishing atop the famous climb to Alpe d’Huez.
📅 Date: Sunday 28 June 2026
📍 Start / Finish: Starts from Bourg d’Oisans — finishes at Alpe d’Huez.
🚴♂️ Distance & Climb: ~ 177 km, ~ 5,000 m of elevation gain (the classic full route).
🌄 Climbs: Includes legendary Alpine cols such as Col du Glandon, Col du Télégraphe, Col du Galibier — culminating in the final effort up Alpe d’Huez.
🌐 Registration: Entries open via the official Marmotte registration system — entry is limited, and demand is high.
Whether you’re conquering the epic climbs of La Marmotte Granfondo Alpes, exploring the Pyrenees in La Marmotte Pyrenees, or tackling another event in the La Marmotte series, securing your medical certificate in advance is vital. With Fit Certify, the process is fast, affordable, and entirely online — leaving you free to focus on your training and the incredible challenge ahead.
Don’t wait until the last minute. Apply for your sports medical certificate with Fit Certify today.
Sports Medicine Doctor • Athlete • Founder & Medical Director at Fit Certify
I’m Simon — a sports and exercise medicine doctor, family physician, GP, academic researcher, and the founder of Fit Certify. Over the past few years, I’ve led a team of sports doctors who specialise in medical certification for endurance events across Europe, including iconic Alpine challenges like La Marmotte.
As someone who rides and runs myself, I understand the level of training that goes into preparing for a race of this scale — and how frustrating it can be when the final obstacle isn’t the Col du Galibier, but the paperwork. Fit Certify exists to make that part effortless: fast turnaround, expert review, and documentation that aligns with the requirements set by the organisers, so you can focus on performance rather than administration.
If you need advice, have questions about the medical certificate, or run into any issues with submission, just email us at hello@fitcertify.com — we’re here to help.
Disclaimer: This guide is for general information only and should not replace personalised medical advice.
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