alps & dolomites

Europe's most challenging destination

THE CYCLING HISTORY WAS FORGED HERE

This location is the epitome of challenging climbs and breathtaking views which have created the legends of the sport of cycling.
These routes are surely in everyone's bucket list and a perfect destination for a challenging and rewarding cycling holiday.
Join us for an adventure that will leave you with memories and experiences that you will cherish for a lifetime.

IMPRESSIVE AND MAJESTIC

Spectacular mountain passes and lush valleys create dramatic ascents and descents that make for exhilarating bicycling and sightseeing alike. Add to this “bike friendly” hotels and bed and breakfasts, plus hearty South Tyrolean meals, and you have discovered the bicycling vacation of your dreams!

When you think of ‘Italy’ you immediately think of ‘food’, the two words are synonymous with each other. The Italian culture and way of life revolves almost entirely around food and although based on simple recipies, Italian food is very diverse. The ‘cucina’ of the region of Lake Garda is with it’s ‘Brescian’, ‘Veronese’ and mediterranean influences, and local specialities from the mountains or the lake, is among the best. There are literally thousands of restaurants in Lake Garda, set in and wonderful locations in the beautiful towns around the lake, and we will bring you in the best.

ALPS & DOLOMITES FACTS

LOCATION

The Alps are the highest and most extensive mountain range system that lies entirely in Europe. The Dolomites are in the north-east of Italy, between the Austrian border in the north and the big Venetian plain on the south. They lie in the most northern regions of Italy, Veneto, Trentino Alto-Adige and Friuli Venezia Giulia.

CLIMATE

The location of the Alps, as well as the great variations in their elevations and exposure, give rise to extreme differences in climate, not only among separate ranges but also within a particular range itself. During summer average temperatures goes from 15° and 24° C or 59° and 75° F.

CUISINE

Despite clear regional differences, this cuisine has been characterised throughout the entire Alpine region for centuries by the isolated rural life on the alpine huts and in the mountain villages. Some of the most popular dishes are barley soups, Turtres (fried pastries filled with spinach or sauerkraut), Schlutzkrapfen (Ravioli filled with spinach) or Furtaies (a spiral-shaped, fried dessert). A popular liqueur is grappa, which is produced from grape skins that are particularly rich in aroma and purity, giving it a truly distinct flavor.

TERRAIN

The area is famous for its long, steady climbs. The gradients and length vary depends on the climb you select. From the over 20km long such as the Stelvio or Gavia to the steepest part of Zoncolan at 15%. But don't worry, most of the other famous climbs are between 10 to 12 km with gradient around 5/6%.

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