Dr Simon Shaw, Chief Medical Officer @ Fit Certify | 13th February 2025 | hello@fitcertify.com
Are you preparing to take on the Haute Route, one of the most prestigious multi-day amateur cycling events in the world? Whether you’re tackling the Haute Route Alps, Pyrenees, or Dolomites, these stage races demand endurance, strategy, and peak physical fitness.
Before you hit the mountains, there’s one essential requirement to take care of — getting your sports medical certificate. If you’re wondering how to get yours, this guide will explain everything you need to know, including how to get it online with Fit Certify.
The Haute Route is a series of long-distance, high-altitude cycling events designed for amateur cyclists who want to experience professional-level stage racing. These events take place in legendary cycling locations such as the Alps, Pyrenees, and Dolomites, featuring multiple days of intense climbing, breathtaking descents, and stunning scenery.
Each event lasts between 3 to 7 days, covering iconic climbs from the Tour de France and Giro d’Italia, such as Mont Ventoux, Col du Tourmalet, and Alpe d’Huez. With full mechanical support, feed stations, and professional-level organisation, the Haute Route offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience for amateur cyclists looking to push their limits.
Most Haute Route events require participants to provide a medical certificate confirming they are fit to compete in endurance cycling. Here’s why:
This is not just a formality — it’s an essential step to ensure your safety and compliance with race regulations.
Online services offer a fast, convenient, and hassle-free way to obtain your medical certificate. Instead of waiting for an in-person appointment, you can complete the process remotely at a time that suits you.
Here’s why online medical certification is a great option:
An essential statement on the Haute Route medical certificate
At Fit Certify, we specialise in providing medical certificates for endurance sports. Here’s why Haute Route riders choose us:
Getting your medical certificate is simple with Fit Certify. Here’s how it works:
Provide your details and medical history on our secure online platform.
Most Haute Route organisers provide a downloadable medical certificate template. Simply upload it, or we can issue our own standard sports medical certificate.
Your official medical certificate, signed and stamped by a doctor, will be emailed to you — usually within a few hours.
The Haute Route offers an unforgettable cycling experience, combining epic mountain climbs with the challenge of multi-day stage racing. Whether you’re pushing your limits in the Haute Route Alps, conquering the Pyrenees, or tackling the Dolomites, securing your medical certificate is a crucial step in your preparation.
With Fit Certify, the process is quick, hassle-free, and fully online, so you can focus on training and race-day performance.
🚴 Don’t wait — get for your sports medical certificate today and get ready for your Haute Route adventure!
Same-day sports medical certificates, all from the comfort of your home — fast, simple, and hassle-free.
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All certificate requests submitted before 9pm (BST) are issued the same day.
