General Provisions of participating in cycling events

General Terms of Merkur zavarovalnica L'Étape Slovenia by Tour de France

These General Terms and Conditions govern participation requirements and the registration process for any cycling event held as part of the Merkur zavarovalnica L'Étape Slovenia by Tour de France cycling festival, which forms part of the global L'Étape Series for amateur cyclists.

The 6th edition of the cycling festival will take place on 4 and 5 September 2027 in Slovenia.

EVENT ORGANISER

The event organiser is SPORT MEDIA FOCUS d.o.o., communication in sports, registration number 5997577000, address: Ulica Ambrožiča Novljana 5, 1000 Ljubljana (hereinafter: the organiser). The Organiser manages the official event website: https://slovenia.letapebytourdefrance.com/, from February 28, 2025, the updated website address is: https://slovenia.letapeseries.com/, contact: info@letape.si. The website's privacy policy and terms of use are defined here.

GENERAL PROVISIONS

These Terms and Conditions govern the relationship between the Organiser and any participant in any cycling event forming part of the two-day Merkur zavarovalnica L'Étape Slovenia by Tour de France festival (hereinafter referred to as the "Event" or "L'Étape Slovenia").

Participation in any cycling event requires prior registration through the Prijavim.se registration platform or through a dedicated registration form provided by the Organiser.
By successfully completing a registration, the applicant confirms acceptance of these General Terms and Conditions, the Privacy Policy, and the terms and conditions of the Prijavim.se registration platform.

All cycling events are conducted in accordance with applicable UCI regulations.

EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT AND REGISTRATION PROCEDURE

As the cycling events offered within the Event differ in nature and format, the Organiser establishes separate registration procedures and registration periods, defined as the timeframe during which registration for a specific cycling event is possible. Additional event-specific provisions are set out below.

For all cycling events, participation under another person's name or the use of a race number assigned to another participant, without prior approval of the registration change by the Organiser, is strictly prohibited. Such conduct constitutes a serious breach of the Event rules and may also violate applicable laws and regulations.

The Organiser considers such conduct to be sporting fraud and may immediately disqualify the participant and prohibit them from participating in future L'Étape Slovenia events.
Participation is also prohibited for any individual who has not been properly registered in accordance with these Terms and Conditions or who does not display a valid and correctly assigned race number during the event. This prohibition applies regardless of where or how the individual joins the course or other participants during the Event.

CYCLING EVENTS - CHALLENGES

The nature of cycling challenges is different, hence the organizer prepares separate calls and application procedures, and time frames for opening registrations:

(1) SATURDAY CYCLING EVENTS

  • The children's rides Future Heroes and the Family group ride are free of charge; however, prior registration is mandatory. Registration remains open until all available places are filled or until the maximum number of participants that the Organiser considers compatible with the safe conduct of the respective event has been reached. The title sponsor of these rides is Gorenjska banka, the Event’s strategic partner.o
  • The Merkur zavarovalnica Business Stage has been held in two formats on the same course since 2025 and is subject to an entry fee. The title sponsor of the event is Merkur zavarovalnica, the Event’s naming partner:
    • as a two-person team race with official timekeeping;
    • as an ISO RIDE group ride without timekeeping.
  • The Jelenov Klanec Challenge – K0.0lesari na polno! is an individual time trial event. Prior registration is mandatory and free of charge. The title sponsor of the challenge is Union 0.0 Radler Isotonic. The challenge has been held since 2024.

(2) SUNDAY CYCLING EVENTS

Both Sunday cycling events are fee-based and subject to the registration fee schedule published on the official L'Étape Slovenia website under the Registration section.

  • PRE-REGISTRATION:
    From 25 August to 18 October 2026, pre-registration was open for both the Long and Short Routes. Pre-registration is non-binding and free of charge. By pre-registering, applicants merely secure the opportunity to register at the guaranteed lowest available price during a limited registration period. Actual registration is completed once official registration for the selected cycling event opens.
  • REGISTRATION OPENING:
    Registration opens in November 2026.
  • REGISTRATION PERIOD:
    The registration period is the limited timeframe during which participants may register for either the Long Route or the Short Route, namely from November 2026 to 23 August 2027. Registration outside this period is not possible.
  • REGISTRATION:
    Registration is available during the registration period and must be completed through the registration platform prijavim.se in accordance with these Terms and Conditions and the terms and conditions of the prijavim.se registration platform.

A participant is considered officially registered on the date the registration fee payment is successfully completed. The applicable registration fee shall be the fee in effect on the date of payment. This is particularly relevant where an applicant delays payment and does not complete it on the same day as the successful submission of the registration form, in which case any previously available discounted registration fee may no longer apply.

For the avoidance of doubt, these Terms and Conditions shall, in the sections:

  • "Saturday Cycling Events", apply specifically to the cycling events taking place on 4 September 2027.
  • "Sunday Cycling Events", apply specifically to the cycling events taking place on 5 September 2027.

By successfully registering for the selected cycling challenge, the participant is deemed to agree to the conditions.

All participants are required to read and comply with these Terms and Conditions. By successfully registering for any cycling event, the participant confirms that they have read, understood, and accepted these Terms and Conditions.

PHOTOGRAPHING AND VIDEO RECORDING

Participants acknowledge and agree that the Organiser will photograph and film the Event and may facilitate live broadcasting of the Sunday events, including but not limited to web-based and television broadcasts.

Photographs, video recordings and other media captured during the Event may be used by the Organiser for:

  • public information purposes;
  • promotion and marketing of the Event;
  • reporting to partners and sponsors;
  • distribution to partners;
  • other commercial or non-commercial purposes.

No compensation, royalties, gifts, or other consideration shall be payable to participants or visitors in connection with the use of their image, likeness, voice, or appearance in such materials.

COMMUNICATION AND INFORMATION UPDATE

Official Event information is published through the official L'Étape Slovenia communication channels::

Participants and visitors are responsible for regularly monitoring these official channels for updates and important information relating to the Event.

SUBSCRIPTION TO L'ÉTAPE SLOVENIA NEWSLETTERS

Any individual may subscribe free of charge to the L'Étape Slovenia newsletter through the Organiser's website: ➡️ https://slovenia.letapeseries.com/.

Subscriptions can be made via the #Keep in Touch section located at the bottom of each website page.

To subscribe, an individual must provide a valid email address and confirm their subscription through the verification link sent to that email address.
By confirming the subscription, the individual agrees to receive newsletters containing:Ž

  • Event-related updates;
  • cycling-related content;
  • content associated with the Event;
  • occasional content provided by Event partners.

Subscribers may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in each newsletter.

PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION

The Organiser collects information and certain personal data from website visitors who contact the organisation in order to obtain information.

Visitors are solely responsible for the accuracy and authenticity of the personal data and contact information they provide.

Such information is used exclusively to establish contact with visitors when necessary or when requested by the visitor, including subscription to the L'Étape Slovenia newsletter.
Personal data and contact information are not used for any other purposes and are not disclosed to third parties, except where required by law or expressly provided for in the Organiser's Privacy Policy.

IP addresses may be used for diagnosing server-related issues and maintaining the website.

The website may contain links to third-party websites. The Organiser assumes no responsibility for the privacy practices or content of such external websites.
While the Organiser endeavours to ensure that information published on the website is accurate and up to date, it reserves the right to modify website content or discontinue updates at any time without prior notice and assumes no obligation to maintain or update the website.

AMENDMENTS TO THE GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

The Organiser reserves the right to amend these General Terms and Conditions at any time. The latest version published on the Event website and within the registration platform shall apply.

Acceptance of these General Terms and Conditions during the registration process is a prerequisite for successful registration for any cycling event forming part of L'Étape Slovenia festival.

For fee-based events, participation is subject to timely payment of the applicable registration fee. Upon successful registration and payment, participants become eligible to take part in their selected cycling event.

SATURDAY CYCLING EVENTS

The Terms and Conditions for participation in the Saturday cycling events are updated simultaneously with the publication of the official event regulations and the opening of registrations for each individual cycling event.

The publication of regulations and opening of registrations are currently planned as follows:

  • Merkur zavarovalnica Business stage: Team Race and ISO Ride Group Ride, February 2027
  • Future Heroes Children's Races and Family Group Ride: May/June 2027
  • K0.0lesari na Polno Challenge - Jelenov Klanec Hill Climb: May/June 2027

MERKUR ZAVAROVALNICA BUSINESS STAGE: TEAM RACE AND ISO GROUP RIDE

EVENT DATE
Saturday, 4 September 2027, with starts at 13:30 and 13:35 in the start/finish area nearby the main venue of the cycling festival.

EVENT FORMATS
The Merkur zavarovalnica Business Stage is offered in two formats on the same course, with a five-minute interval between starts:

  • 13:30 - Business Stage Team Race (official timing)
  • 13:35 - Business Stage ISO Ride Group Ride (untimed)

For the Team Race, each team consists of two (2) riders. Individual entries are not permitted. Teams may consist of two male riders, two female riders, or a mixed pair. Participation is limited to road bikes only.

For the ISO Ride Group Ride, participants register individually. Riders cycle together as a group behind the lead vehicle, which must not be overtaken. The lead vehicle controls the pace, ensures participant safety, and maintains the road closure for other traffic. This is a non-competitive ride with no official timing. There are no restrictions regarding bicycle type.

Participants are solely responsible for ensuring that their bicycles are fully roadworthy and technically safe. Wearing a cycling helmet is mandatory. Participants must also carry sufficient hydration throughout the event. The organizer will provide refreshments in the finish area; there will be no refreshment stations on the course.

BASIC INFORMATION

  • Team Race start: 13:30
  • ISO Ride Group Ride start: 13:35
  • Start zone: Koroška cesta, opposite Hotel Creina, extending towards the roundabout near Gorenjska banka.
  • The start/finish area will be clearly marked with a start/finish arch.

EVENT FORMAT - BASIC RUELS

Team Race of two riders (Competitive Event)
Controlled start: All cyclists will ride in a closed formation behind the official lead vehicle until reaching kilometer 0 (approx. 2 km into the course). Overtaking the lead vehicle is not allowed. Kilometer 0 will be clearly marked on the course. After that mark the teams of two may compete to get the best possible time.

ISO Group ride (Non-Competitive Event)
Leasure ride all the way to the finish line without time measurement and no overtaking of the first official vehicle is allowed.

BUSINESS STAGE COURSE DETAILS (the same route for both formats)

REGISTRATION FOR BUSINESS RIDE

Participation is possible only through prior registration. Registration is available until 1 September 2027 at 23:59:59 via the Prijavim.se registration platform. Registration will not be possible after this deadline. Entry fees must be paid before the registration period closes.

ELIGIBILITY
Participation is open only to persons who are at least 18 years of age, or who turn 18 no later than 3 September 2027.

The event is intended exclusively for amateur recreational cyclists. Registration is not permitted for professionally active cyclists registered with the UCI. The organizer does not currently impose participant limits; however, the organizer reserves the right to introduce such limits if deemed necessary for safety reasons or due to force majeure. In such cases, registrations may be closed before the official registration deadline.

REGISTRATION and ENTRY PROCESS AT PRIJAVIM.SE
Registration for Merkur zavarovalnica Business Stage is available only online:

  • TEAM RACE: from the opening date until September 1, 2027, at 11:59 PM. From September 2, 2027, registration will no longer be possible.
  • ISO GROUP RIDE: from the opening date until September 1, 2027, at 11:59 PM. From September 2, 2027, the registration will no longer be possible.

Direct registration link:

>>> https://prijavim.se/letape2026/matches

The registration link is accessable also by chosing the cycling event at L'Etape Slovenia web page, section Registration. The registration process is carried out at the web portal Prijavim.se

REGISTRATION PROCESS ON PRIJAVIM.SE

Existing users of prijavim.se should log in with their account and select the desired cycling challange within L'Etape Slovenia by Tour de France 2027.

New users can either:

  1. Create a new user account (New User option)
  2. Register as a guest (Register as a Guest option)

Each participant must provide a personal email address and mobile phone number in the registration form. This applies to group registrations and registrations made by an authorized representative. These contact details are required for timely event notifications and safety reasons.

REGISTRATION FEE INCLUDES

Business stage Team Race

  • Race number
  • Timing chip
  • Commemorative short-sleeve cotton T-shirt

Business Ride - Group ride

  • Race number

SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE ORGANIZER
The organizer provides:

  • Escort by motorized vehicles and police
  • Controlled ride until kilometer 0 (Business Race only)
  • Full or partial road closures during the event
  • Medical assistance
  • Technical support for cyclists on the route
  • Official timekeeping for Business team race only
  • Course markings and guidance

REGISTRATION FEE

Business Race - team of two time trial
The registration fee for a team of two is €59.99 (VAT included) per team.

Business Ride (a group ride without time trial)
€19.99 (VAT included) per person.

REGISTRATION OF MULTIPLE TEAMS
Companies, sports clubs, organizations, and other legal entities interested in registering multiple teams should contact info@letape.si by August 23, 2027 the latest, to arrange registration approval and processing.

T-SHIRT SIZE SELECTION for Business TEAM RACE
During registration, each participant of a Business team race must select his/her T-shirt size (available from XS to 3XL for both genders). The T-shirt is included in the registration fee.

PAYMENT OPTIONS
Payments may be made by selected payment cards, PayPal, or bank transfer based on a pro forma invoice sent to the email address provided during registration.
The payment deadline is specified on the invoice. Entry fees must be paid no later than 2 September 2027. Unpaid registrations will not be eligible to collect race numbers or participate in the event.

REGISTRATION SUPPORT CONTACT
For assistance with registration or payment issues, contact info@prijavim.se.

CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY
Participants must notify the organizer of their cancellation via email at info@letape.si.
Refund policy:

  • Cancellations before May 31, 2027 – Full refund (minus administrative fees).
  • Cancellations from June 1 to July 31, 2027– 50% refund (minus administrative fees).
  • Cancellations after July 31, 2027 – No refund.

BUSINESS STAGE TEAM RACE CATEGORIES
Teams will be classified based on the time of the 2nd cyclist of the team when crossing the finish line, and categorized as:

  • Women’s team
  • Men’s team
  • Mixed team

Individual participation is not allowed. Teams failing to finish together will not receive an official result or category ranking.

TEAM MEMBER CHANGES (Business Team race only)
Changes to a registered team member are permitted until 1 September 2027, subject to justified circumstances. Requests must be submitted to info@letape.si and include all information required to register the replacement rider.

Replacement riders are not entitled to select a new T-shirt size and will receive the size originally ordered during registration. All registration requirements, including payment obligations, must remain fulfilled.

START NUMBER PICK-UP
Registered participants who have paid the registration fee can pick up their start package (Team Race) and start number (group ride) on Saturday, September 4, 2027, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the venue (Mestna občina Kranj, Slovenski trg 1, 4000 Kranj).

Starting without an official race number is not permitted. Race packs may only be collected in person upon presentation of a valid photo identification document. Collection on behalf of another person is not permitted.

NEAREST HOSPITALS

  • ZD Kranj (Gosposvetska ulica 10, 4000 Kranj)
  • UKC Ljubljana (Zaloška cesta 7, 1000 Ljubljana)
  • General Hospital Jesenice (Cesta maršala Tita 112, 4270 Jesenice)

PARTICIPATION AT OWN RISK
By registering, participants acknowledge and agree that they participate entirely at their own risk and responsibility. Participants confirm that they will assess their physical and mental readiness for participation and consult their personal physician where appropriate.

EVENT MODIFICATION OR CANCELLATION
The organizer reserves the right to modify the event programme, route, or any route segment at short notice and at any time. The organizer further reserves the right to cancel the event at any time before the start due to force majeure or other circumstances beyond its reasonable control.

Union 0.0 Radler Isotonic Challenge: K0.0lesari na polno!*

2027 EDITION IS NOT UPDATED YET

(*Ride full Throttle challenge)

General information

  • Time Trial on Jelenov klanec nearby the main venue
  • Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026 at 6.00 PM
  • Start and Finish: Kranj, Jelenov klanec
  • Timekeeping: Yes

Route and location

Course

Individual start at every 30 seconds. Descent down the hill at a controlled speed, time is not measured. The final classification time begins at the marked section with the start of the ascent on Jelenov klanec and ends upon crossing the finish line with recognizable markers.

Super-final for women and semi-, super-final for men

  • women cyclists: The best 5 women will compete against each other in a super final to get the winner.
  • Men cyclists; the top 10 men cyclist will compete in semi-finale in two groups of five witth separate statts.
    • 2 best men from each group will automatically be placed to superfilen and one "lucky looser" - the 5th placed men from both groups.
    • the winner will be the fastest men cyclists from the superfinal.

Registration and Free Entry

The challenge is limited to 100 starting spots for female and male cyclists. A prior free registration is mandatory within the time window designated for submitting the application form; for the 2026 challenge, this period runs from May 29 to June 4, 2026 (inclusive).

The applicant must complete the form in full and enter the desired size of the upper part of the cycling jersey, which they will receive free of charge. All participants must wear the official challenge jersey during the event; participation in a personal jersey is not permitted.

After the registration period closes, the committee will prepare a list of 100 participants and 20 reserves, as all selected participants must confirm their participation in writing via email within the deadline specified in the email they receive.

To complete the free registration, participants must fill out the K0.0lesari na polno online form, available on the event website during the open registration period.

Registration Means Mandatory Participation

By submitting the free registration, the participant agrees to take part in the challenge under all circumstances. Any inability to attend due to force majeure must be reported no later than September 1, 2026 to: info@letape.si.

If a cyclist does not participate in the challenge for any reason, they are not entitled to receive the jersey.

Who Can Participate in the Challenge?

All adults (age on the day of the event — i.e., by 00:00:01 on September 5, 2026, the participant must be at least 18 years old) who are not professional cyclists may take part in the challenge. Participation is at one’s own risk.

Only road bikes are allowed. Time-trial (TT) bikes are not permitted. Wearing a cycling helmet is mandatory.

Categories:

  • Men – overall
  • Women – overall

Jersey and Timing Chip Pickup

The jersey and timing chip can be collected on Saturday, September 5, 2026, from the opening of the event office at the info point until no later than one hour before the start of the challenge.

Late pickups are not possible.

To participate successfully, the competitor must wear the issued jersey and correctly attach the timing chip.
If the jersey is not collected on time, the participant cannot take part in the challenge.

FUTURE HEROES - CHILDREN'S CYCLING CHALLENGES, 800 m

Free registration enables Gorenjska banka, a strategic partner of the event.

  • Date of the event: Saturday SEP 5th, 2026
  • Registration: mandatory prior free registration. Limited number of free registratios available.
  • Starting number: mandatory.
  • Bib number venue: Hall of City of Kranj on Saturday, from 10. a.m to 14 p.m (1 hour before start of the 1st group the latest).
  • Start and finish: Slovenski trg, Kranj, Slovenia
  • Route: lap, 800m
  • Starting hours:
    • 15.20: 1st group, children up to 4 yrs, 1 lap
    • 15.30 2nd group, children from 4 to 8 yrs, 2 laps
    • 15.40 3rd group, children from 9 to 12 yrs, 3 laps.
  • Medal: Yes.

Age categories and distances

The children's cycling trials take place on the 800 m circle in the immediate vicinity of the central venue on Slovenski trg.

  • Children A, > 4 years, 1 lap (1x 800m), balance bike or bicycle.
  • Children B, 4-8 years: 2 laps (2x800m: 1,6 km), bike.
  • Children C, 9-12 years: 3 laps (3x800m: 2,4 km), bike.

Race Procedure

For precise timelime please check information prior the event. The starts will take place in 10 min interval or/and when all participatns from the previous group crosses the finish line.

The race will take place on a route with a mobile or complete road closure. All participants are asked to follow the instructions of the organizer, police and security officers. Parents/guardians are not allowed to be present on the road - they can accompany children along the route. If the child cannot cycle 800 meters independently, he should not participate in the race.

  • The participant of the event is anyone who is registered by pre-registration or registers on the day of the event and collects the start number. By registering the child, parents/guardians agree to the rules and conditions of the child's participation in the race.
  • Each participant must present an identity document when collecting the start number. In the case of minors, the parent/guardian who completed the application must identify themselves with an identity document.
  • A protective helmet is mandatory for all participants.
  • Unregistered cyclists will be excluded from the race by the organizer.
  • Participants are asked to respect and protect the environment and nature and to bring any waste with them to the finish line.
  • There is no individual timing in the race.
  • The event will take place in any weather.

The Slovenski trg in Kranj will be closed to all traffic, and the event area will be fenced off. The children's race will take place within a short-term mobile roadblock, and the participants will ride in a group under the guidance of the organizer's vehicles and a police escort. During the race, it is forbidden to overtake accompanying vehicles at the front. Whoever falls behind the last accompanying vehicle will drive in traffic.

The organizer ensures the safe realization of the event, together with several accompanying vehicles, stewards, police escort and medical services. The event will be insured by an insurance company, but the organizer is not responsible for the consequences and resulting damage that participants cause to themselves, fellow competitors or third parties, or because of violating the rules and instructions set by the organizer.

By accepting the start number for children, the participants (parents/guardians) confirm that they are familiar with the provisions and instructions of the organizer, that they agree with them and accept that their children participate in the event at their own risk.

The participants of the event agree to photographing and recording the event and the use of recorded materials for the purposes of communication of the event on various communication channels, especially on the website, official channels of L'Etape Slovenia on social media, OOH advertising and print media.

The organizer reserves the right to change the event program at short notice and change the route or its segments at any time. The event organizer also reserves the right to cancel the event at any time before the start of the event due to force majeure.

The organizer reserves the right to change the general conditions published on the date of the last update on the event website and in the registration form. By accepting the above-mentioned general conditions on the application form for participation in the L'Etape Slovenia cycling event, you can successfully complete the application process.

FAMILY GROUP RIDE, A RIDE OF ALL GENERATIONS, 12,5 km

Free registration enables Gorenjska banka, a strategic partner of the event.

  • Date of the event: Saturday SEP 5th, 2026
  • Registration: mandatory prior free registration. Limited number of free registratios available.
  • Start and finish: Slovenski trg, Kranj, Slovenia
  • Route: 12,5km
  • Starting number: mandatory.
  • Bib number venue: Hall of City of Kranj on Saturday, from 10. a.m to 15.30 p.m (1 hour before start of the 1st group the latest).
  • Starting hour: 16.30
  • Age restriction: Yes, 10 yrs for children and the ability to cycle by themselves.
  • Medal: Yes.

Cyclists will always ride between the first and last escort vehicle and will be accompanied by the police and medical services. The race will take place within a mobile or complete roadblock on the route. All participants are asked to follow the instructions of the organizer, police and stewards.

  • The participant of the event is anyone who is registered by pre-registration or registers on the day of the event and collects the start number.
  • Each participant must present an identity document when collecting the start number. In the case of minors, the parent who completed the application must identify him- or herself with an identity document.
  • A minor must be accompanied by a parent on the route.
  • A protective helmet is mandatory for all minor participants and recommended for adults.
  • Unregistered cyclists will be excluded from the race by the organizer.
  • Participants are asked to respect and protect the environment and nature and to bring any waste with them to the finish line.
  • There is no individual timing in the race.
  • The event will take place in any weather.

The main square in Kranj will be closed to all traffic, and the event area will be fenced off. The family race will take place within a short-term mobile roadblock, and the participants will ride in a group under the guidance of the organizer's vehicles and a police escort. During the race, it is forbidden to overtake accompanying vehicles at the front. Whoever falls behind the last accompanying vehicle will drive in traffic.

The organizer ensures the safe realization of the event, together with several accompanying vehicles, stewards, police escort and medical services. The event will be insured by an insurance company, but the organizer is not responsible for the consequences and resulting damage that participants cause to themselves, fellow competitors or third parties, or because of violating the rules and instructions set by the organizer.

By accepting the start number, the participants confirm that they are familiar with the provisions and instructions of the organizer, that they agree with them and that they agree to participate in the event at their own risk.

The participants of the event agree to photographing and recording the event and the use of recorded materials for the purposes of communication of the event on various communication channels, especially on the website, official channels of L'Etape Slovenia on social media, OOH advertising and print media.

The organizer reserves the right to change the event program at short notice and change the route or its segments at any time. The event organizer also reserves the right to cancel the event at any time before the start of the event due to force majeure.

The organizer reserves the right to change the general conditions published on the date of the last update on the event website and in the registration form. By accepting the above-mentioned general conditions on the application form for participation in the L'Etape Slovenia cycling event, you can successfully complete the application process.

SUNDAY CYCLING EVENT

Sunday cycling event offers two distances: shorter - Decathlon the Ride (The Ride), and longer - Tosidos the Race (The Race), both organised as part of the L'Etape Slovenia cycling challenges.

START OF THE EVENTS
The cycling events the Ride and the Race, organised as part of L'Etape Slovenia will take place on Sunday, 5 September 2027, with both the start and finish located in Kranj, Slovenia.A mass start for all participants in both events will take place at 9:00 AM.

  • Start zone: The road Koroška cesta on the section opposite Hotel Creina and in the direction of the roundabout near Gorenjska banka.
  • The start-finish area is a well recognizable area with a start-finish arc.
  • Kilometer 0 is located at the kilometer 6,6 in Spodnje Bitnje, and it will be marked by a distinctive sign at the route. Until the point of kilometer 0, all cyclists ride in a closed group behind the first official vehicle, overtaking the official vehicle is not allowed.

OFFICIAL LENGTHS OF THE CYCLING RACES

Participants may register for one of two cycling events taking place on Sunday, 5 September 2027, with start and finish in Kranj. Each participant may register for one route only.
The Organiser reserves the right to modify the route at any time. Participation is limited to cyclists who have completed the registration process and paid the applicable entry fee.

TOSIDOS the RACE, longer route
Distance: 130 km
Total elevation gain: 1.800 m
>>> Route map - Garmin connect
More information: https://slovenia.letapeseries.com/route/14

DECATHLON the Ride, shorter route
Distance: 80 km
Total elevation gain: 841 m
>>> Route map - Garmin connect
More information: https://slovenia.letapeseries.com/route/13

REFRESHMENT STATIONS

The Ride:

  • A refreshment station will be available at km 52.2.

The Race:

  • km 52.2
  • km 82.7
  • km 100.8

A refreshment station will also be provided at the finish area for all participants.

ELIGIBILITY

Participation in L'Etape Slovenia is only possible upon prior registration for the selected route and payment of the applicable entry fee. Registration is open until 23 August 2027 at 23:59:59 (CET). Registrations received after this deadline will not be accepted.Although no participant limit currently applies to either route, the Organiser reserves the right to impose a participant cap should safety requirements, force majeure circumstances, or other operational considerations so require. In such cases, registration may close before the published deadline.

Participants must be at least 18 years of age or turn 18 no later than 4 September 2027. The event is intended exclusively for amateur and recreational cyclists. Registration is therefore not open to professional cyclists holding an active UCI licence.

ONLINE REGISTRATION via PRIJAVIM.SE

Registration for the event can only be done online during the open registration period. The registration process to participate at the Ride or the Race takes place at the direct link below and proceeds in accordance with the general conditions of the application portal Prijavim.se.

➡️https://prijavim.se/letape2027

REGISTRATION PROCEDURE

The registration procedure takes place in accordance with the terms and conditions of the application portal Prijavim.se. Already registered users on the website prijavim.se log in with your user account and password and continue the registration process by selecting the cycling event of L'Etape Slovenia.

If you do not own a user account yet, you have two options to continue the process:

  1. you can create your own user account (option: New user) or
  2. complete the registration process as a guest (option: Register as a guest).

Anyone applying for a Ride or Race is obligated to enter his/her personal e-mail address and mobile phone number in the application form. This also applies to a registration of a group of 10 or more cyclists and for the application, which may be carried out by another person for and on behalf of the individual. Personal contact information is required to ensure timely notifications about the event details, and security reasons during the event.

REGISTRATION CONTENT

The price of the registration fee for the chosen route Ride or Race includes:

  • starting number,
  • timing chip,
  • coupon for a meal in the finish area,
  • a welcome bag and
  • a medal when crossing a finish line successfully.

PAID REGISTRATION FEE ENSURES THE SERVICES OF THE ORGANIZER

The organizer provides an official escort of motorized vehicles and the police, controlled group cycling to kilometer 0, complete or partial road closures for the duration of Ride and Race and within the estimated time frame of the cycling event, medical assistance, refreshment stations, technical assistance to cyclists along the way, official timing, signs and directions.

L'ETAPE SLOVENIA 2027 OFFICIAL CYCLING COLLECTION

When registering to the Sunday’s Ride or Race a participant has a unique chance to order selected products of the 2027 official collection at promotional prices as listed below. Textile products are provided by the manufacturer Ale, while cycling glasses are provided by Apres Outdoor. Products can be ordered at promotional prices only and solely during the registration fee process, and only for a limited time or until a limited quantity is sold out. Prices and availability of period due dates or quantity are indicated for each product below:

  • cycling jersey, short sleeves: EUR 29.99 - can be ordered until June 30, 2027.
  • cycling shorts: EUR 69.99 - can be ordered until March, 31, 2027.
  • cycling vest EUR 79.99 - can be ordered until March, 31, 2027.
  • cycling jersey - long sleeve, EUR 69.99 - can be ordered until March, 31, 2027.
  • T-shirt: € 19,99 can be ordered until March, 31, 2027.
  • Apres Outdoor cycling glasses (Dopers 2.0 graphite or arctic lenses), EUR 69.99 - only 50 pieces available, can be ordered until March, 31, 2027.
  • GPS tracking, 3.00 EUR

When choosing a product be sure to choose the appropriate size. The size chart is listed further in these terms and conditions. Cycling glasses are "unisex" in shape and available in universal size (one size).

Registration for the cycling Ride or Race is not conditioned by purchasing any of the offered items from the L'Etape Slovenia official collection.

START ZONE SELECTION

To ensure the highest level of rider safety, participants will be assigned to a start corral - starting zone based on their estimated average speed. The following start zones are available:

  • VIP (invited participants by organizer)
  • A: above 37 km/h
  • B: from 36 km/h to 30 km/h
  • C: less than 30 km/h.

REGISTRATION FEES

All prices are in euros (EUR) and include VAT. The price for the cycling event (hereinafter: registration fee) is the same, regardless of the chosen length of the route: longer, 130 km - Race, or shorter, 80 km - Ride. Registration is possible only during open registration period.

Jersey or any other product from the L'Etape Slovenia 2027 collection can be ordered at promotional prices only at the same time as the purchase of the registration fee, by adding the chosen product to the registration fee within the available time period and quantity and indicating the desired size.

The registration fee must be paid on the day of purchase or due date indicated on the pro forma invoice. If the registration fee is not settled on the day of purchase or within the due date, its amount may increase depending on the day of payment due to a possible increase depending on the time frame.

The price of the registration fee varies depending on the period of purchase for all male participants. Due to the encouragement of female cyclists and their greater representation at the event, the price for female participants of Ride or Race is the same in the period February 1st to August 23, 2027, namely EUR 79.99.

The total number of participants in both events (Ride and Race) is limited to 1800.

  • 59.99 EUR valid from the opening day to November 28, 2026, and applicable only to the attendees of the Ride or Race of 'Etape Slovenia by Tour de France 2026 and pre-registered.
  • 69.99 EUR for early bird registration at the start of the cycling season: from opening to 31.1.2027. Available sspots 900 for pre-registerd and early bird. If all spots are taken before the early bird registration period ends, the next pirce period starts.
  • 79.99 EUR for all women participants, registering for the event from February 1 to August 23, 2027.
  • 79.99 EUR for registering during the cycling season: 1.2.–31.3.2027, but limited to 375 spots. If all 300 spots are taken, the next pirce period starts.
  • 99.99 EUR for late registration in the period: 1.4.–30. 6. 2027, but limited to 300 spots. If all 200 spots are taken, the next price period starts.
  • 119.99 EUR for »ad hoc« registration in the period: 1.7.–24. 8. 2027, but limited to 225 spots.*
  • Group registration of 10 or more people, EUR 79.99 per person in the period: 1.2.–23.8.2027.**

* Participants who register for the event after August 20, 2027, a personalized starting number is not guaranteed.

**GROUP REGISTRATION FOR 10 OR MORE PARTICIPANTS

Companies, sports clubs and individuals united in a group with a minimum of ten (10) participants can benefit from a group registration. This means the simultaneous registration of at least ten individuals over a Ride or Race. Every individual is obligated to be registered with his/her personal e-mail address and mobile phone number.
Interested parties must write before the August 20, 2027 to info@letape.si and only after approval, a group registration can be proceeded. A group registration is not possible to be carried out at Prijavim.se without prior approval of the organizer.

Registration fee per person for the simultaneous registration of 10 or more cyclists: EUR 79.99/person. Registration process should be completed during the open registration period, and not after August 23, 2027.

JERSEY SIZE SELECTION

Before selecting the size of your cycling jersey, please take your measures carefully and select the appropriate size according to the Alé manufacturer's size charts, which are given below. Please note that some garments are a tight fit, so we recommend ordering at least one size larger if your measurements are in-between two sizes. Each model has been designed to fit differently and takes advantage of the characteristics of the materials used. Sizing can also vary depending on personal preference, whether you prefer very tight or looser styles.

Men (in cm)

Size Height Chest Waistline Hip bone
XS 150/159 88 76 92
S 160/169 92 80 96
M 170/179 96 84 100
L 180/185 100 88 104
XL 186/190 105 93 109
2XL 191/195 110 98 114
3XL - 115 103 119
4XL - 120 108 124
5XL - 125 113 129
6XL - 130 118 134

Women (in cm):

Size Height Chest Waistline Hip bone
XS 160 80 63/66 89/92
S 161/170 84 67/70 93/96
M 171/175 88 71/74 97/100
L 176/180 92 75/80 101/104
XL - 96 79/82 105/108
2XL - 100 83/86 109/112

CYCLING SHORTS
Until March 31, 2027, the applicant for the L'Etape Slovenia cycling event can also add the purchase of cycling shorts in the image of L'Etape Slovenia, the price is: EUR 69.99 (incl. VAT). To choose the right size of Alé cycling shorts, use the size chart available here ➡️ https://alecycling.com/en/pages/tabella-taglie

PAYMENT METHODS
Registration is only possible exclusively via the online application form on the Prijavim.se. During the open registrations period the direct link is published at Registration section of L'Etape Slovenia.

Payment can be made with selected payment cards, via the PayPal and Leanpay system, or by bank transfer after receiving the proforma invoice to your e-mail address that you entered on the application form. The payment deadline is indicated on the promissory note, or the payment must be made no later than the expiration date of the price at the time of registration. If the deadline is missed, the applicant will have to pay the higher application fee applicable on the day of payment.

REGISTRATION HELP CONTACT

For additional information about the application process or any technical assistance in making the payment of the application fee, please contact info@prijavim.se.

CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY

Participants wishing to cancel their registration must notify the Organiser by e-mail at info@letape.si.

  • Cancellations received on or before 31 May 2027 are eligible for a refund of the full entry fee, less applicable administrative and banking charges.
  • Cancellations received between 1 June 2027 and 31 July 2027 (inclusive) are eligible for a refund of 50% of the paid entry fee, less applicable administrative and banking charges.
  • No refunds will be issued for cancellations made after 31 July 2027.

ENTRY DEFERRAL TO THE 2028 EVENT (OPTION PURCHASED DURING REGISTRATION)

Participants registering for either The Ride or The Race may purchase an optional Entry Deferral Protection for EUR 10.00 during registration. This option allows the participant to withdraw from L'Étape Slovenia 2027 and transfer their registration to L'Étape Slovenia 2028, provided the request is submitted no later than 20 August 2027.

Any products or services purchased together with the registration (including, but not limited to, jerseys, bib shorts, GPS tracking and other add-ons) will be transferred together with the registration.

An entry may only be deferred once. A deferred registration cannot subsequently be deferred again under any circumstances. Requests for deferral must be submitted in writing to info@letape.si no later than 20 August 2027. Requests received after this deadline will not be considered.

ENTRY DEFERRAL WITHOUT PRIOR PURCHASE

Participants who did not purchase the Entry Deferral Protection during registration may still request a one-time transfer of their registration to the following year's event.
In such cases, a fee of EUR 20.00 must be paid no later than 20 August 2027. Entry deferral is permitted once only. A deferred registration may not be transferred again under any circumstances.

Requests must be submitted to info@letape.si no later than 20 August 2027.

Requests received after this deadline will not be accepted. Transfer of a registration to another person is not permitted under any circumstances.

CHANGE OF ROUTE DISTANCE

Race numbers are colour-coded according to the selected route distance.

Participants wishing to change their originally selected route may request a route change by e-mail to info@letape.si no later than the registration closing date, 23 August 2027.
Route changes remain possible on the day of the event and during the event itself. However, in such cases, the race number will retain the colour corresponding to the route originally selected during registration.

AWARDS

Participants in both events compete for the official Tour de France jerseys, provided by A.S.O. Four jersey classifications will be awarded in both the men's and women's categories:

  • Yellow jersey for the winner (men and women) who crosses the finish line first (absolute competition).
  • Green jersey for the fastest sprinter in the women's and men's competition. Time is measured on the following route segment:
    • 73,5–74 km km both routs (Ride and Race).
  • Polka dot jersey for the fastest climbers in the female and male competition on the following four mountain climbs:
    • Ride (shorter route): Šenturška Gora 49.1–52 km.
    • Race (longer route): Šenturška Gora, 49,1–52 km, Jamnik, 93,5 km–99,9 km.
  • White jersey for the fastest cyclist under 25 years of age.

AGE GROUP CATEGORIES
Women: 18-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+
Men: 18-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+

Winners of each age-group category on both the 130 km and 80 km routes will receive prizes provided by event partners. Unclaimed prizes will not be mailed or otherwise delivered after the event.

STARTING NUMBER & RACE PACK COLLECTION

Participants whose entry fees have been paid in full may collect their race package, which includes the race number, timing chip and bicycle sticker, at the venue INFO POINT placed in the hall of the Municipality of Kranj, Slovenski trg 1, 4000 Kranj:

  • on Saturday, September 4, 2027, 10:00–18:00
  • on the day of the event, Sunday, September 5, 2027, 07:00–08:00.

Should an earlier collection option become available, participants will be informed via the event newsletter, official website and social media channels.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Race packs may only be collected in person upon presentation of a valid government-issued photo ID. If a QR code is issued via the registration system, it will only be accepted together with the participant's photo identification. Collection on behalf of another participant is not permitted.

ACCOMMODATION POSSIBILITIES

Accommodation in Kranj is not included in the price. The organizer suggests accommodation near the venue. The cost of accommodation is entirely the domain of the provider.

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MEDICAL FACILITIES

The nearest medical facilities include:

  • ZD Kranj, Gosposvetska ulica 10, 4000 Kranj;
  • UKC Ljubljana, Zaloška cesta 7, 1000 Ljubljana;
  • Splošna bolnišnica Jesenice, Cesta maršala Tita 112, 4270 Jesenice.

PARTICIPATION AT OWN RISK

By registering for the event, participants acknowledge and agree that they take part entirely at their own risk. Participants confirm that they have assessed their physical and mental fitness to participate and, where appropriate, have consulted their personal physician before taking part in the event.

EVENT MODIFICATION OR CANCELLATION

The Organiser reserves the right to modify the event programme at short notice and to amend the route or any part thereof at any time. The Organiser further reserves the right to cancel the event at any time prior to the start due to force majeure or other circumstances beyond its reasonable control.

ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

By successfully submitting a registration through the Prijavim.se platform and, where applicable, paying the required entry fee, participants confirm that they have read, understood and accepted these General Terms and Conditions; the Privacy Policy; and the terms and conditions of the Prijavim.se registration platform.

Last updated: 13 November 2026.

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