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Road bike holidays in Alta Badia

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Road bike holidays in Alta Badia

Alta Badia is a real highlight for road bike fans: located in the heart of the South Tyrolean Dolomites, tours to the most famous Alpine passes such as the Gardena Pass, Campolongo Pass, Pordoi Pass and Sella Pass start here. The racing bike region offers a unique combination of sporting challenge and breathtaking scenery of the UNESCO World Heritage Dolomites - ideal for ambitious racing cyclists and connoisseurs alike.

Epic hairpin bends & panoramic views of the Dolomites

Alta Badia is located in the centre of the Dolomites UNESCO World Heritage Site - a true Eldorado for all those who collect passes, love altitude metres and are in search of scenic perfection. The famous Sellaronda, a circular route over four passes, is one of the most spectacular road bike tours in the Alps. If you dare, you can take part in the Maratona dles Dolomites, one of the most famous cycling marathons in Europe, during your road bike holiday in Alta Badia.

In addition to sporting challenges, culinary highlights, cosy villages and an infrastructure dedicated to cycling await you here. Perfectly signposted tours, bike hire, workshop service and top-class bike hotels with concentrated road bike expertise - Alta Badia offers an all-round package for your road bike holiday in the Dolomites. And all this with a panorama that you will never forget.

Highlights for your road bike holiday in Alta Badia

  • Ride the Sella Ronda: Legendary four-pass circuit in the heart of the Dolomites
  • Experience the Maratona dles Dolomites: A cycling marathon with cult status - spectacular and challenging
  • Pure variety of passes: Passo Gardena, Campolongo, Pordoi & Co right on the doorstep

Hotels for your road bike holiday

Our bike hotels are your place2be for your road bike holiday. Your hosts know every bend and every climb and will show you the most beautiful routes in the region.

St. Kassian / South Tyrol  (IT)
St. Kassian / South Tyrol  (IT)
Hotel Gran Paradiso ****

Elegance meets passion - road bike holidays in the Dolomites

from € 109.00 per person
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Badia / South Tyrol  (IT)
Badia / South Tyrol  (IT)
Hotel Melodia del Bosco ****

Expertise, culinary delights & Dolomite passes - your bike base camp in…

from € 114.00 per person
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Road bike tours

Road cycling in Alta Badia - experience boundless freedom on endless mountain pass roads, discover new routes and enjoy breathtaking Alpine panoramas.

Road bike tours
Road bike tours
Alpine passes
Road bike travels
Alta Badia / South Tyrol  (IT)
Alta Badia / South Tyrol  (IT)
Three Peaks Tour
Difficulty
Difficult
Duration
6:42 hr./hrs.
Distance
110 km
Uphill
2860 m
Downhill
2860 m
Alta Badia / South Tyrol  (IT)
Alta Badia / South Tyrol  (IT)
Dolomites Marathon Tour
Difficulty
Difficult
Duration
9:11 hr./hrs.
Distance
142 km
Uphill
4380 m
Downhill
4380 m
Alta Badia / South Tyrol  (IT)
Alta Badia / South Tyrol  (IT)
Furkelpass tour
Difficulty
Difficult
Duration
5:10 hr./hrs.
Distance
86.1 km
Uphill
1970 m
Downhill
1970 m
Alta Badia / South Tyrol  (IT)
Alta Badia / South Tyrol  (IT)
Fedaia Tour
Difficulty
Difficult
Duration
6:19 hr./hrs.
Distance
102 km
Uphill
2840 m
Downhill
2840 m
Alta Badia / South Tyrol  (IT)
Alta Badia / South Tyrol  (IT)
Würzjoch tour
Difficulty
Difficult
Duration
6:57 hr./hrs.
Distance
113 km
Uphill
3130 m
Downhill
3130 m
Alta Badia / South Tyrol  (IT)
Alta Badia / South Tyrol  (IT)
Fedaia - Marmolada Tour
Difficulty
Difficult
Duration
5:36 hr./hrs.
Distance
86.1 km
Uphill
2620 m
Downhill
2610 m
Alta Badia / South Tyrol  (IT)
Alta Badia / South Tyrol  (IT)
Maratona dles Dolomites Tour
Difficulty
Difficult
Duration
8:51 hr./hrs.
Distance
135 km
Uphill
4270 m
Downhill
4270 m
Alta Badia / South Tyrol  (IT)
Alta Badia / South Tyrol  (IT)
Furkel Pass Tour
Difficulty
Difficult
Duration
5:08 hr./hrs.
Distance
85.7 km
Uphill
1940 m
Downhill
1940 m
Alta Badia / South Tyrol  (IT)
Alta Badia / South Tyrol  (IT)
Giau Pass Tour
Difficulty
Difficult
Duration
5:09 hr./hrs.
Distance
75.5 km
Uphill
2550 m
Downhill
2550 m
Alta Badia / South Tyrol  (IT)
Alta Badia / South Tyrol  (IT)
Sellaronda
Difficulty
Difficult
Duration
3:29 hr./hrs.
Distance
51.9 km
Uphill
1710 m
Downhill
1720 m

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FAQs about Alta Badia

When is the best time for a road cycling holiday in Alta Badia?

The best time for a road cycling holiday in Alta Badia is between June and September, when many Dolomite passes are easily accessible and the weather is stable. During this period, road cyclists can plan numerous Alpine tours featuring longer climbs and significant elevation gains. Early summer often offers more pleasant temperatures for mountain rides, whilst late summer provides ideal conditions for extended road cycling trips. Before any pass ride, you should check the weather conditions and any potential traffic restrictions.

Which Dolomite passes can road cyclists tackle from Alta Badia?

Alta Badia is an ideal starting point for numerous well-known Dolomite passes. The classics include the Campolongo Pass, the Grödner Joch, the Pordoi Pass and the Passo di Valparola. These climbs can be combined into varied road cycling tours and offer different levels of difficulty. Particularly popular are pass circuits around the Sella massif, which combine several climbs. The region is therefore particularly well-suited to road cyclists seeking alpine challenges and legendary routes.

Is Alta Badia suitable for a road cycling training holiday?

Yes, Alta Badia is excellent for a road cycling training holiday. The Dolomites offer ideal conditions for training climbing ability, endurance and strength endurance. Thanks to the multitude of mountain passes, road cyclists can tailor their rides to their individual fitness levels and training goals. From shorter mountain intervals to long mountain passes covering several thousand metres of elevation gain, there are plenty of options. Even ambitious amateur cyclists and training groups will find suitable routes for intensive road cycling weeks.

How challenging are road cycling tours in Alta Badia?

Road cycling tours in Alta Badia are predominantly challenging, as the region is characterised by the mountains of the Dolomites. Many routes feature long climbs, steep gradients and significant elevation gain. At the same time, road cyclists can tailor their tours flexibly and choose individual mountain passes or shorter alternatives. For beginners, it is advisable to prepare gradually for the demands of alpine cycling. With good fitness, suitable gear ratios and realistic route planning, even road cycling novices can enjoy the Dolomites.

What services should a road cycling hotel in Alta Badia offer?

A road cycling hotel in Alta Badia should be specifically tailored to the needs of road cyclists. Key features include a secure bike storage room, tools for minor repairs, facilities for cleaning bikes and assistance with route planning. GPS routes to the Dolomite passes, information on current road conditions and sports-oriented catering for long days in the mountains are particularly helpful. For road cyclists on holiday who wish to train for several days, recovery facilities, flexible meal times and personalised advice are also valuable services.

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