Women only road bike festival
Gstaad | 23 - 24 June 2023

#joyfirst

LA REINE celebrates female road cycling. On breathtaking roads free of traffic, in a cultivated atmosphere and with a lot of socializing.

Even if the ride may be challenging and with the option to measure up with others, the main task of LA REINE is pure joy and positive female cyclist attitude. Always with a smile.
Images 2022 | Results 2022
Participants 2023

Presented by:

Hosted by:

Program 2023
(provisional)

Friday, 23 June (optional)

Workshops
Riding Skills

 1) Basic Skills
(2 h | 11:30-13:30)

2) Pro-Skills with
Giro-Winner Nicole Brändli
(5 h | 11:30-16:30)

@Huus Gstaad

Workshop
Road Bike Servicing

@Huus Gstaad
14:00 - 16:00

Workshop
Social Media

@Huus Gstaad
16:30 - 18:30

Distribution of
race numbers

@Huus Gstaad
13:30 - 19:00

Get-together

@Huus Gstaad
18:30 - 19:30

Saturday, 24 June

Distribution of
race numbers

@ the start
Gstaad pedestrian area
07:00-08:30

Tour Gran Fondo
135 | 2900

Gstaad pedestrian area
Start:
07:00 (group sporting)
08:00 (group ambitious)
see schedule

Tour Medio Fondo
89 | 1800

Gstaad pedestrian area
Start:
07:00 (group comfortable)
08:00 (group sporting)
09:00 (group ambitous)
see schedule

6 fine
catering stations

along the parcours

Arrivals

Saanen pedestrian area
from 14:00 (ca.)

Finisher Party &
prize-giving

@Huus Gstaad
16:00-18:30
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Parcours 2023

136 Km | 2975 hm | 3 ⏱️

World's first Gran Fondo exclusively for women. An epic parcours that offers all: climbing, descending, rolling. Small roads, great views. For 2023 we have modyfied it slightly to make it even more versatile.

3 timed sections (optional).

87 Km | 1800 hm | 2 ⏱️

The well balanced shortened version of the Gran Fondo. Toughest part are the first 15km, that's when you are still fresh ... the rest is rolling and enjoying. Even beginners can do it, no stress, just take your time!

2 timed sections (optional).

Switch Parcours?

The selection of parcours during registration is not binding. It just helps us planning the catering stations without food waste. But you are allowed to switch parcours even during the ride (2 junctions). If you participate in the race category, the timing system will automatically classify you for the parcours effectively ridden.

New for 2023

#gopublic

In 2023 LA REINE will happen in public. Start in Gstaad's world famous pedestrian area. Finish in the idyllic pedestrian area of Saanen.

#helpinghand

We have 3 well equipped service cars to follow the riders (at 3 different paces) ... just in case you should have a puncture or another technical problem.

#pix

Every participant will receive a set of pictures (2 different positions on parcours & finish line).

#epic

2022 parcours scored high in the participant survey. We have however slightly modyfied to make these truly epic.

#realfood

It isn't just about "nutrition", but about quality & style. The 6 Catering Stations along the parcours are in beautiful locations where it's worthwile to have a rest, enjoy fantastic alpine views and have a nice chat with your fellows.
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#wannahavefun

The festival finishes in style with a party @ Huus Gstaad****. Enjoy a delicious dish, a beere or a glass of wine while you share your experiences and make new friends with fellow passionate riders.
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#grow

Workshop
Friday 11:30 - 13:30

#ridingskills

Two levels to choose from:
1) Basics for beginners
(2 hours)
2) Pro Skills by Giro-winner and Vice World Champ Nicole Brändli
(5 hours)

Workshop
Friday 14:00 - 16:00

#bikeservicing

Discover servicing your bike. It's much easier than you imagine. Pick up skills and tips from Senior Mechanic including how to service and manage tires, brakes, bike set up, and transporting and storing your bike.

Workshop
Friday 16:30 - 18:30

#socialmedia

How to produce interesting stories & great posts, tricks for appealing pics ... and how do I get more followers? A successful female cycling influencer shares insights (to be announced).

Get-together

Friday 18:30 - 19:30

One of the highlights of LA REINE: the get together on Friday evening. You will have the chance to meet fellow passionate riders and enjoy a glass of wine or two at the stylish Huus Gstaad Hotel****. Our surprise guest, a true cycling adventuress, has incredible stories to tell .
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Pure fun or racing?

Well, you can have both. Maybe you feel it's time to measure yourself with others? Then register for the racing category (no additional charge). However, even in the racing category you can fully enjoy the views and the catering stations. There are only some timed sections that count for the classification.

3

Timed sections

5-18

km each
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Registration

Female riders only.
Number of participants limited.
149chf
until 15 May
169chf
from 16 May
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Hosted @ Huus

The full event is hosted at Huus Gstaad Hotel**** : Distribution of Start Numbers, Workshops, Get-together Cocktail, Start, Finish, After Party.

HUUS is the place to stay during LA REINE. And you even profit from a VERY special offer including breakfast, wellness/spa, laundry service and much more. Book your room in time!

As long as this is visible, rooms are availlable. Please REGISTER FIRST for the event and only THEN send booking request.

Many

services included

195

room price
(from chf / night)
Participants with valid event registration only