Val Gardena, the right place for those who want to spend a vacation on two wheels
The new network of cycle routes offers many exciting challenges for hard but highly rewarding cycling tours in the Dolomites. Ideal for all mountain, e-biker and road bikers who want to enjoy exploring the picturesque surroundings on two wheels.
If the Mountain Bike is your preferred indulgence then here in the Dolomites there is the opportunity to live adrenaline pumping times!
HERO TRAILS cover, with just occasional variations, the tracks of the mythical Südtirol Sellaronda HERO with a choice of 70 different Trails! 70 adrenaline-pumping experiences to be enjoyed alone or with your friends in the company of an experienced local guide. Besides showing you the great natural beauty of the area, our guide will also give you a couple of tips on MTB technique!
You will be given a bike-pass to be used on the lifts and you will have the chance to stop for lunch in a mountain restaurant serving the world known South Tyrol cuisine specialties! Furthermore to the HERO Trails package you can add the hire of a Specialized MTB, just choose if you want a Hardtail, a Fully or an Enduro...if you are riding in one of the top MTB area, you absolutely need an exclusive bike!
Val Gardena
Val Gardena became the top destination for mountain bike holidays after it hosted the 2015 Marathon World Championships. It’s an ideal location for mountain biking, with over 100 km just waiting for you.
The valley is the starting point for 27 itineraries for all levels. Get ready to discover the paths on the Marmolada, the fresh mountain air on the Alpe di Siusi or marvel at the sight of the Passo Sella at the foot of the Sassolungo. An experience which is enriched by the hearty meals on offer at the mountain huts. Ever wanted to try the latest mountain bike model? Now you can! Simply hire a hardtail, fully, enduro or e-bike.
Single trails
If you feel the need of biking surrounded by nature on narrow trails to experience the rush of the wind on your face and a surge of adrenaline, then this offer is the right one for you. Moderately difficult trails yet still requiring a good technical preparation.
Easy trail *
EASY FLOW TRAILS VAL GARDENA: Discover the easiest single trails in Val Gardena to experience the emotions of a new dimension in mountain biking: the flow. Embrace the hairpin turns and ramps catapulting you straight back to childhood.Lunch Rifugio Comici
PASSO SELLA SINGLE TRAIL TOUR: This single trail tour is perfect to discover the easy and accessible descents from Monte Ciampinoi and the Passo Sella, under the silent gaze of the imposing summits of the Sella and Sassolungo.Lunch Rifugio Passo Sella
ARMENTAROLA SINGLE TRAIL TOUR: Easy single trail tour in nearby Alta Badia with undulating descents on a trail which was designed to be welcoming, set in an extraordinarily beautiful natural environment.Lunch Ristorante Armentarola
Medium trail **
FLOW TRAILS VAL GARDENA: As soon as the going gets tough the emotion of every single turn skyrockets. This is what happens on the single trails which start in Pieralongia and lead to Passo Gardena and from Ciadinat until Passo Sella.Lunch Rifugio Comici
PRALONGIÀ TRAIL TOURHop onto your bike and discover Alta Badia from another angle on this small network of single trails running between Corvara, La Villa and San Cassiano.Lunch Rifugio I Tablà
FREERIDE VAL DI FASSAThis is the longest and most adrenaline-packed single trails offer of them all. Bikers can whizz down a 7 km and 800 hm descent at the Belvedere Freeride. The trail starts at Passo Pordoi near Col dei Rossi (2,383 m) and ends in Canazei (1,440 m). At the end biking will never seem the same again.Lunch Rifugio Crepes de Sela
Hard trail ***
PIZ ENDURO TOUR: An Enduro tour in Alta Badia which leads expert bikers from Colfosco (1,568 m) to Badia (1,324 m) across the plateau between Piz La Ila and Piz Sorega. 48.7 km (38.4 km by bike), 3,480 m total elevation gain, 800 of which to bike. Lift facilities available.Lunch Rifugio I TablàLength 48,7 km Difference of altitude 3,480hm, to bike 800 hm
PADON TRAIL TOUR: Expert bikers will simply love this single trail tour: a strenuous technical and physical effort which takes them across the four Dolomite passes of Sella, Pordoi, Padon and Fedaia, on long yet adrenaline-packed single trails.Lunch Villetta Maria - Pian de Trevisan
SELLA GRAVITY TOUR: Extraordinary single trail tour on the imposing massif of the Sella on 8 single trails extending across 34 km of descents and 4,570 hm downhill elevation gain (450 metres climb).Lunch Micky’s Grill ArabbaLength 34 kmDifference of altitude 4,570 hm, to bike 450 hm
Pleasure trails
Pleasant, leisurely excursions designed to explore the territory on your mountain bike. Ideal excursions for mixing moderate physical exercise with tasting good, traditional recipes from the Dolomites.
Easy trail *
VALLUNGA TOUR: Easy and leisurely tour in Selva Val Gardena towards Vallunga, inside the UNESCO Nature Park of Puez-Odle. Ideal for families or mountain bike beginners.Lunch Baita CiampacLength 7,43 kmDifference of altitude 207 hm
SAN GIACOMO TOUR: A trail scouring all of Val Gardena. The second part of the trail becomes more fun because it crosses forest paths and secondary roads away from the loud buzz of traffic. Add a dash of culture to this tour by visiting the San Giacomo church, the oldest in the valley hailing from the 17th century.Lunch Caffè Val d’AnnaLength 24,20 kmDifference of altitude 786 hm
PANORAMA TOUR ALPE DI SIUSI: Start from the cable car in Ortisei to the Alpe di Siusi, and step into a truly Alpine environment, biking on the largest mountains plateau in Europe. Scenic views and bike paths will makes this a day to remember.Lunch Gostner SchweigeLength 28,61 kmDifference of altitude 435 hm
Medium trail **
BIKE TOUR CITTÀ DEI SASSI: Climb from Selva Val Gardena to Passo Sella and, before reaching the pass, enter the beautiful Città dei Sassi at the foot of the Sassolungo. Treat yourself to a reward at the Comici hut for a lofty meal you will never forget.Lunch Rifugio ComiciLength 17,91 kmDifference of altitude 805 hm
SPITZBÜHL BIKETOUR: Breathtaking tour discovering the natural landscape of the Sciliar. Bikers will have to face three extremely difficult climbs but once they reach the Spitzbühel they will enjoy a well-deserved view on the entire plateau of the Alpe di Siusi.Lunch Gostner SchweigeLength 42,71 kmDifference of altitude 1.589 hm
ARMENTAROLA BIKE TOUR: A tour to explore the natural region of Alta Badia on meadows and forests of the Armentarola, crossing ski slopes which during winter are bursting with cross-country skiers and skiers. Lunch Ristorante Armentarola
Hard trail ***
BIKE TOUR OF THE ALPE DI SIUSI HUTS: Alpe di Siusi opens up to a network of trails which connect rustic, charming huts on all the plateau. Hop in to taste some of the local delicacies. A demanding physical excursion, yet not requiring specific technical skills.Lunch Gostner SchweigeLength 44,24 kmDifference of altitude 1.620 hm
BIKE TOUR BELOW LE ODLE: The suggestive atmosphere of this tour is quite unique: the trails at the foot of the Odle, criss-crossing the UNESCO Nature Park of Puez Odle, are a dream come true for every biker. The Rasciesca and Furnes-Seceda cable cars help bikers overcome the climbs, to then speed down towards Val Gardena at the end.Lunch Troier HütteLength 32,56 kmDifference of altitude 1.316 hm
SELLATRAIL GOURMET TOUR: A tour making the most of the lift facilities around the Sella Group. The perfect mix between mountain bike fun and delectable food: short stops at the Gourmet huts to taste local dishes.Lunch Miky’s Grill ArabbaLength 58 kmDifference of altitude 3.730 hm, to bike 450 hm
E-bike trails
The trend of the moment: e-mountain bikes allow everyone to experience a unique moment. Enjoy the pleasure of going on a long excursion without having trained for it nor possessing excellent riding techniques. Many itineraries alternate dirt roads with asphalt.
Easy trail *
VALLUNGA E-BIKE TOUR:Easy and leisurely tour in Selva Val Gardena towards Vallunga, inside the UNESCO Nature Reserve of Puez-Odle. Ideal for families or mountain bike beginners.Lunch Baita CiampacLength 7,43 kmDifference of altitude 207 hm
SAN GIACOMO E-BIKE TOUR:A trail scouring all of Val Gardena. The second part of the trail becomes more fun because it crosses forest paths and secondary roads away from the loud buzz of traffic. Add a dash of culture to this tour by visiting the San Giacomo church, the oldest in the valley hailing from the 17th century.Lunch Caffè Val d’AnnaLength 24,20 kmDifference of altitude 786 hm
E-BIKE PANORAMA TOUR ALPE DI SIUSI: A tour on the largest plateau in Europe which offers stunning scenic views: discover Alpe di Siusi without breaking a sweat thanks to the Ortisei-Alpe di Siusi cable car which helps you overcome over 800 hm.Lunch Gostner SchweigeLength 28,61 kmDifference of altitude 435 hm
Medium trail **
E-BIKE TOUR CITTÀ DEI SASSI: Climb from Selva Val Gardena to Passo Sella and, before reaching the pass, enter the beautiful Città dei Sassi at the foot of the Sassolungo. Treat yourself to a reward at the Comici hut, an established meeting point for high altitude bikers, for small repairs and maintenance as well as a lofty meal you will never forget.Lunch Rifugio ComiciLength 17,91 kmDifference of altitude 805 hm
SPITZBÜHL E-BIKE TOUR: Breathtaking tour discovering the natural landscape of the Sciliar. Bikers will have to face three extremely difficult climbs but once they reach the Spitzbühel they will enjoy a well-deserved view on the entire plateau of the Alpe di Siusi.Lunch Gostner SchweigeLength 42,71 kmDifference of altitude 1.589 hm
ARMENTAROLA E-BIKE TOUR: Armentarola in Alta Badia is the ideal location for a tour on two wheels. This tour stretches out into a fairy-tale valley overlooked by imposing rocky castles.Lunch Ristorante Armentarola
Hard trail ***
E-BIKE TOUR ALPE DI SIUSI HUTS: Alpe di Siusi opens up to a network of trails which connect rustic, charming huts on all the plateau. Hop in to taste some of the local delicacies. A demanding physical excursion, yet not requiring specific technical skills.Lunch Gostner SchweigeLength 44,24 kmDifference of altitude 1.620 hm
E-BIKE TOUR VAL DURON: Demanding tour which, however, offers a suggestive experience on the trail criss-crossing the untouched Val Duron. An exceptionally beautiful tour with its two demanding climbs and two beautiful descents.Lunch Rifugio ComiciLength 41,89 kmDifference of altitude 1.815 hm
SELLATRAIL E-BIKE TOUR: The thrills of riding a mountain bike without clocking thousands of hours of practice. The ‘classic’ scenic tour around the four Dolomite passes of Gardena, Campolongo, Pordoi and Sella, accompanied by competent guides and an e-mountain bike. Take the lift facilities to the top and hop on your bike to descend on easy forest and asphalt roads.Lunch Micky’s Grill ArabbaLength 65 kmDifference of altitude 3,350 hm, to bike 340 hm
