The Directissima

💰 REGISTRATION FEES

The registration fees vary depending on when you sign up.
The earlier you register, the better the price you get:

• Until March 31: CHF 50.–

• From April 1 to May 31: CHF 60.–

• From June 1 onwards: CHF 70.–

🎯 Secure your race bib at the best price by registering early!

📅 REGISTRATION OPENING

Registration opens on Monday, March 17, 2025.
All registrations must be completed online via the Datasport website by clicking the button below.

⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTICES

• No on-site registration will be available on race day.

• No registration via postal payment slip or QR code.

• For safety, logistical, and transport reasons, the total number of participants is limited to 1,300 across all races.

⏳ REGISTRATION DEADLINE

Registration remains open until the Saturday before race day, exclusively online.
This deadline also applies to any request for a category change after registration.

🔄 No changes can be made on race day.

CATEGORIES

The Directissima is open to well-trained participants aged 18 and over on race day.

Two categories are available:
– Women
– Men

🎽 EQUIPMENT

No mandatory gear is required to participate in The Directissima.
However, keep in mind that you’ll be in a mountain environment, finishing close to 2,000 meters in altitude. Conditions can change quickly, even on a short-format course.

🌤️ In hot weather, make sure to protect yourself:
cap or hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.

🌧️ In unstable weather, warm clothing and a windbreaker may be necessary.

USE OF POLES

Poles are allowed in this race.

COURSE ROUTE & SAFETY

⚠️ Safety first.
The section between Chamossale and Sautodoz features rough terrain and can become hazardous in poor weather conditions.

In the event of heavy rain, significant snowfall, or dense fog, the organizers reserve the right to cancel The Directissima in the interest of participant safety.

👉 If the race is canceled, registered participants will have the option to start The Cadette from the same location at 9:30 AM.

Thank you for your understanding and vigilance.

BIB PICKUP

📬 Home delivery of race bibs

If you selected the "postal delivery" option when registering, your race bib with electronic timing chip will be sent directly to your home.
💡 This service is available only to residents of Switzerland and costs CHF 3.– at the time of registration.

🏁 On-site pickup

For late registrations or if you do not reside in Switzerland, you can pick up your race bib on-site at:

📍 Race Office – Montreux CFF Train Station
(Platform for the Montreux–Glion–Naye train)

🕒 Pickup hours:

Saturday: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Sunday morning: from 6:00 AM

⚠️ No bib pickup in Caux.

🏁 START

The Directissima starts in Caux, on the Route de la Patinoire.

🕤 Start time: 9:45 AM

For all categories (Women and Men).

🍎 AID STATIONS

Three aid stations are located along the course to support your climb to Les Rochers-de-Naye. They are marked on the course map with white dots featuring a red cross.

Each station offers:

• Mineral water and energy drinks

• Energy bars

• Fresh fruit: orange slices, lemon wedges, apple slices, and bananas

CUT-OFF TIME

⏱️ The final checkpoint at Les Rochers-de-Naye will close at 1:30 PM.
Participants still on the course after this time will not be classified.

Please plan accordingly and respect this cut-off time for safety and organizational reasons.

🚌 SHUTTLE MONTREUX → CAUX

🚧 Important: The Glion–Caux road will be closed to traffic from 8:00 AM until the end of the race.

To reach the starting area in Caux, a free shuttle service is available from Montreux:

🕗 First departure: 8:00 AM
⏱️ Last departure: 8:45 AM
📍 Departure point: see Start Village Map

👉 We strongly recommend taking an early shuttle to avoid any stress and ensure a smooth trip to the start line.

🚞 RETURN TRAIN FROM LES ROCHERS-DE-NAYE

All participants return to Montreux via the cogwheel train.
🎫 The return fare is included in your registration: your race bib serves as your ticket.

👥 DISCOUNTED TICKETS FOR COMPANIONS

Reduced-rate tickets are available for friends and family who wish to watch the finish:

Adults (partners, friends): CHF 40.–
Children up to 16 years old: CHF 20.–
Children up to 6 years old: free

Companion tickets are distributed at the same time as your race bib.

👉 For participants who chose postal delivery of their bib, tickets must be collected from the Bib Pickup Office before it closes at 9:30 AM.

⚠️ In case of large crowds, a bit of patience may be needed for the return trip. Take the opportunity to enjoy the spectacular views from Les Rochers-de-Naye!

🎁 FINISHER GIFT

Each participant who completes the race within the time limit will receive a finisher gift. This item changes with each edition and may be a technical t-shirt, a backpack, an embroidered cap, a microfiber towel, etc.

In addition, each finisher receives an Energiapro eco-cup, to be used at the finish line aid station and kept as a souvenir!

🏆 THE DIRECTISSIMA / TIME-BASED PRIZES IN CHF (SWISS FRANCS)

Cash prizes are awarded to the top 5 finishers in each category at the finish line in Les Rochers-de-Naye.

⚠️ Only participants present at the official ceremony and podiums at 1:30 PM at Les Rochers-de-Naye will receive their prize. No prizes will be distributed afterward.