The now traditional Giro delle Dolomiti, an internationally renowned multi-stage cycling event, combines competitive spirit, fun, and the discovery of the beauty of the Dolomites
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Now in its 47th edition, the increasingly popular Giro delle Dolomiti is much more than just an amateur cycling event: It's an all-round experience that combines sport, passion, discovery, and the desire to be together. The 2024 Giro delle Dolomiti, scheduled for July 22-26, winds through almost 500 km of breathtaking scenery, divided into 5 stages that are based at the FieraMesse, Bolzano's exhibition centre and explore the landscapes of the Dolomites in South Tyrol and Belluno.
As well as the beauty of the Dolomites, the Giro delle Dolomiti's growing international appeal is also due to its unique format: It is ridden as a group at a controlled speed, which allows the riders to fully enjoy the scenery and the relaxed atmosphere, but each stage also includes a timed section, closed to traffic, which awards the stage winner and contributes to the final rankings.
A successful mix of relaxation and competition, characterised by a strong community spirit and fun, attracting cyclists from all over the world, with the only requirement being a valid medical certificate for competitive cycling. With decades of experience, the well-established organisation of the Giro delle Dolomiti provides each participant with a complete service, including mechanical assistance, massages, refreshment points, and lunches along the route, with the utmost attention to the safety of the group.
The Giro delle Dolomiti is also an experience for those who do not intend to ride, but just want to accompany the participants, thanks to the rich program of guided activities:
The Giro delle Dolomiti is a unique opportunity to experience an unforgettable adventure in the heart of the Dolomites. Whether you have competitive ambitions or just want to cycle in good company, the GdD will give you unforgettable emotions and memories!
Further information and registration: official website of the Giro delle Dolomiti
Contact:
Email: girodol@girodolomiti.com
Phone: +39 0471 1701188
Address: Via Trieste 17/D, 39100 Bolzano/Bozen
The stages of the 2024 edition:
To aim for the final ranking, it is necessary to complete all the stages, but it is possible to register and participate in only one of them - or in as many as you like.
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Renon (75 km, 1980 m of elevation gain)
From Bolzano, the route climbs to Collalbo, on the Renon plateau. The first stage continues with the descent to Ponte Gardena, where the time trial to Castelrotto begins. After a well-earned refreshment at the finish in Castelrotto, the stage ends with the descent to Prato Isarco and the return to Bolzano.
Time trial: Ponte Gardena - Telfen / Castelrotto (7 km - 603 m) -
Sellaronda/Giro dei 4 Passi (107 km, 1377 m)
Starting from Ponte Gardena, the second stage climbs the Val Gardena to Selva, before tackling in succession the Gardena, Campolongo, Pordoi and Sella passes, with the time trial between Arabba and Pordoi. Lunch in Selva before returning to Ponte Gardena.
Time trial: Arabba - Pordoi Pass (8 km - 540 m) -
Tre Cime di Lavaredo (92 km, 1831 m)
Transfer by bus from Bolzano to Dobbiaco, from where the route heads towards the picturesque Landro Valley and the Cimabanche Pass. After reaching Cortina, it passes the through the Tre Croci Pass, Misurina and its lake. From Lake Antorno, the challenging time trial climb to the Auronzo Refuge at the foot of the Tre Cime begins. At the end of the long descent to Carbonin and Dobbiaco, there is another bus transfer back to Bolzano.
Time trial: Lake Antorno - Auronzo Refuge (5.5 km - 460 m) -
Passo delle Erbe (134 km, 2031 m)
From Bolzano, the fourth stage climbs up the Isarco Valley and the Val di Funes to San Pietro, where the time trial to the Passo delle Erbe begins. Return to Bolzano via Luson and Bressanone.
Time trial: S. Pietro di Funes - Passo Rodella (7.8 km - 553 m) -
Collepietra - Carezza (85 km, 1924 m)
Group start from Bolzano, followed by an individual time trial from Prato Isarco to Collepietra. The stage continues towards San Valentino, before taking the Dolomites road along Lake Carezza and tackling the Passo Nigra. The descent to Tires and the finish in Bolzano will be followed by lunch and the prize-giving ceremony.
Time trial: Prato Isarco - Collepietra (5.1 km - 500 m)
