Giro delle Dolomiti

Winter is slowly but surely approaching. Nevertheless, behind the scenes, preparations are already underway for one of the most popular cycling events in South Tyrol, the Giro delle Dolomiti. Ambitious cyclists from all over the world can look forward to five unique stages from 22 to 26 July 2024, as can amateur cyclists, who are mainly there for the fabulous (mountain) scenery and culinary highlights. Registrations for the event have already opened.

The dedicated organising committee around President Bettina Ravanelli is sticking to the tried and tested for the 47th edition of the Giro delle Dolomiti. The South Tyrolean "Granfondo" will once again comprise five stages and take place from Monday, 22 July to Friday, 26 July. Compared to the 2023 edition, the overall route is slightly more than 30 kilometres shorter. The elevation gain is decidedly lower. There will be 9,143 meters of ascent next summer, compared to around 11,1500 meters in the last edition - that's over 20 per cent fewer.

"We have carefully  analysed the many, in some cases very positive, responses from participants. One of the few criticisms was that the Giro delle Dolomiti is too strenuous for less ambitious cyclists. We have responded to this and taken it into account in our route planning for the next edition. I think this will keep the Giro delle Dolomiti interesting for all participants - no matter what their goals are," Bettina Ravanelli explained.

The Giro delle Dolomiti 2024 begins on Monday, 22 July with a ride starting at Fiera Bolzano, climbing up Renon, on to Ponte Gardena and Castelrotto, and from there back to Fiera Bolzano. The exhibition centre is once again the logistics centre for the cycling event. The timed section from Ponte Gardena to Lanzin is 7.3km and has an elevation gain of 631 meters. In total, the opening stage is 75 kilometres long (1980 m elevation gain).

Registrations are open

There is excellent catering for all participants in the Giro delle Dolomiti. There will be refreshment stations along the various routes and cyclists will also be served a hot lunch consisting of typical South Tyrolean delicacies. You can register for the Giro delle Dolomiti on the official websites www.girodolomiti.com . Participation in all five states of the event cost 550 euros. Interested cyclists can also participate in individual stages only. The registration fee is 130 euros per stage. The organisers are also working on a programme for people accompanying the cyclists, the “Giro Guests”. Details will be published on the official website.