Grand Tour of the Dolomites by Road Bike

Day 1: Arrival in Alta Pusteria (Villabassa or Dobbiaco)
You will arrive at your hotel in Alta Pusteria, with free parking available nearby. The dramatic Dolomite skyline that will accompany your entire journey is already visible from here.

Day 2: Alta Pusteria – Cortina d'Ampezzo – Pieve di Cadore (approx. 95 km; +1,163 m)
You will set off from Alta Pusteria and ride into the heart of the Dolomites, flanked by the Tre Cime Natural Park on one side and Fanes-Sennes-Braies on the other. The route follows the old Dolomite railway, offering extraordinary views of the Tre Cime di Lavaredo. After crossing into the Veneto, you will reach Cortina d'Ampezzo, the legendary Olympic city surrounded by towering peaks. From here, you will continue through alpine galleries and forests to Pieve di Cadore.

Day 3: Pieve di Cadore – Feltre (approx. 120 km; +960 m)
Leaving Pieve di Cadore, you will ride south through alpine landscapes on the cycle path. You will pass Longarone, completely rebuilt after the devastating 1963 Vajont landslide. Beyond quiet Belluno, the route threads through forests and charming villages to reach Feltre, a town of great historical character where the Dolomites still form the backdrop.

Day 4: Feltre – Trento (approx. 110 km; +2,083 m)
From Feltre, nestled along the ancient Via Claudia Augusta, you will ride north through the Valsugana, following a Roman road that once linked the Po plain to Bavaria. You will reach Lake Caldonazzo, the largest natural lake in Trentino, known for its crystal-clear waters. A train shortcut is available for those who wish. The day ends in Trento, where the Buonconsiglio castle and a rich historic centre await.

Day 5: Trento – Bolzano (approx. 70 km; +572 m)
Leaving Trento, you will follow the Adige cycle path through a landscape of vineyards and orchards. You will pass the Salorno gorge, the linguistic border between Italian-speaking Trentino and German-speaking Alto Adige. The gentle ride along the Adige brings you to Bolzano, the cultural heart of South Tyrol.

Day 6: Bolzano – Bressanone (approx. 45 km; +430 m)
Bolzano offers a unique blend of Tyrolean and Mediterranean culture — stroll under the historic arcades, visit Waltherplatz, or explore the museum housing Ötzi the Iceman. On your bike, you will follow the Isarco cycle path past Trostburg castle and the imposing Monastery of Säben perched above Chiusa. The ride continues gently through vineyards to Bressanone, where elegant arcades and a majestic cathedral will greet you.

Day 7: Bressanone – Alta Pusteria (approx. 90 km; +2,090 m)
From Bressanone, you will ride north along the Isarco, passing the Franzensfeste fortress, the Neustift abbey complex, and the ruins of the Rio Pusteria gorge. Entering the green Val Pusteria, you will follow the Rienza river. A stop in Brunico is recommended for its lively pedestrian centre. A few more kilometres will bring you back to Alta Pusteria.

Day 8: Alta Pusteria (Dobbiaco/Villabassa) – End of tour
Individual departure or possibility to extend your stay.