The itinerary is developed mainly along old military and forestry roads among the majestic Dolomites, so as to allow you to enjoy the incredible natural scenery of these heritage peaks every day
Unesco World Cup.

The route partially follows the official one of the „MTB - Marathons", an event held every year in July. The landscape of the Dolomites will be your travel companion on this itinerary between the natural parks of „Fanes-Sennes-Braies", the "Dolomites d'Ampezzo" and the "Sesto Dolomites", the natural habitat of many species of plants and animals.

The route follows old forest and military roads and wide mountain trails. The tour is suitable for cyclists with good training. For each stage you can choose between the sports variant and the simple variant. The simple variant is designed to be used with the e-Bike.

DAY-BY-DAY PROGRAM

DAY 1: Arrival in Alta Pusteria (Villabassa/Dobbiaco)
Individual arrival at the hotel in Alta Pusteria (Villabassa or Dobbiaco).

DAY 2: Alta Pusteria �\" Braies Valley �\" Prato Piazza
(approx. elevation gain +1,100 m / -580 m, approx. 6�\"7 hours; variant approx. elevation gain +790 m / -0 m, approx. 4�\"5 hours)

The stage begins at the wonderful and renowned Lake Braies, whose turquoise waters will amaze you. In the background, you can admire the unforgettable panorama of the valley of the same name, with its dark-green conifer forests in sharp contrast with the white rock faces. After passing the Rossalm alpine pasture, you continue toward Prato Piazza. Immersed in the quiet of this place, you can enjoy the views of the surrounding peaks: Cristallo, the Tofane, and the famous Tre Cime di Lavaredo.
For those who prefer a more relaxed pace, it is possible to shorten the route by requesting a transfer to the Tuscherhof hotel to start the hike from there; following the Stolla stream, you will pass "Ponticello", the Stolla mountain hut, and the famous "rock paintings", formed by the erosion caused by the continuous flow of water on various rock components, before reaching Prato Piazza.

DAY 3: Prato Piazza �\" Mount Specie or Picco di Vallandro
Mount Specie: approx. elevation gain/loss ±360 m, approx. 3�\"4 hours;
or Picco di Vallandro: approx. elevation gain/loss ±850 m, approx. 4�\"5 hours

Today's stage starts on the Prato Piazza plateau which, together with the "Croda Rossa" mountains and the "Kreuzkofel group", is one of the most precious hiking areas in the region. The charismatic magnetism of the unusual flora and the charm of these natural lakes will captivate even the most demanding hiker! Everything here is still enveloped in the atmosphere of the ancient legends handed down from the time of the tribes that inhabited the Fanes mountains.
From Prato Piazza, in the largest natural park of the Dolomites, the "Fanes-Sennes-Braies" Nature Park, you can choose between two options: the shorter route will take you to "Mount Specie", while the longer route leads to Picco di Vallandro; in both cases you will enjoy spectacular views of "Croda Rossa", the "Tre Cime", the "Tofane", and "Mount Cristallo".

DAY 4: Prato Piazza �\" Valle dei Canopi �\" Tre Croci Pass �\" Cortina d'Ampezzo
(approx. elevation gain +0 m / -460 m, approx. 1.5�\"2 hours;
Variant: elevation gain +650 m / -840 m, approx. 5.5�\"6 hours)

After crossing the Prato Piazza plateau, you descend through the Valle dei Canopi to Cimabanche, which marks the border between South Tyrol and Veneto. From here, you have two options: continue directly by public transport to Cortina d'Ampezzo, or choose the longer variant that takes you to Ospitale and Tre Croci Pass. You can shorten the route by taking the Son Forca cable car (not included).

DAY 5: Dolomites Circular Route; Faloria Cable Car (ticket included)
Long variant: approx. elevation gain +270 m / -1,150 m, approx. 5 hours
Dolomieu Trail: approx. elevation gain +100 m / -990 m, approx. 3�\"4 hours
Cinque Torri variant: approx. elevation gain +570 m / -350 m, approx. 3.5�\"4 hours

The panorama from the starting point of today's stage is truly astonishing: the majestic rocks of the Ampezzo Dolomites seem to touch the sky! Mount Cristallo, the Tofane, and the Fanes group are the incredible protagonists of this never-ending spectacle that feels new at every turn.
Today as well, you can choose between two route options: the longer one leads you toward Forcella Faloria, while the shorter one follows the scenic Dolomieu Panoramic Trail. Both routes pass through Tre Croci Pass, and the descent toward the Olympic town of Cortina is the same for both.
If you prefer not to take the cable car, you can instead enjoy a beautiful circular hike around the Cinque Torri.

DAY 6: Cortina d'Ampezzo �\" Tre Cime Viewpoint �\" Tre Cime �\" Fiscalina Valley
approx. elevation gain +950 m / -960 m, approx. 3.5�\"4.5 hours;
or Variant: approx. elevation gain +350 m / -350 m, approx. 3�\"4 hours

In the morning, take the public bus to the Tre Cime viewpoint. From there, walk through the Rienzböden and the Rienztal valley to the Tre Cime, symbol of the Dolomites and UNESCO World Heritage Site. The hike continues to the famous Dreizinnenhütte mountain hut. From there, the trail leads to the foot of the Paternkofel, a front line during World War I (the legendary mountain guide Sepp Innerkofler died here), and then into the Fiscalina Valley. From Val Fiscalina, you take the bus back to Dobbiaco.
For less experienced hikers, it is possible to go directly by bus to Rifugio Auronzo and from there take a circular hike around the famous Tre Cime before returning to Dobbiaco by bus (tickets not included).

DAY 7: Villabassa/Dobbiaco �\" Departure
Individual departure or possibility to extend your stay.