Haute Route Dolomites

3 Day Haute Route

2020 Haute Route Dolomites

12 - 14 June 2020

Duration: 4 nights, 3 Days Distance: Various

The 2020 Haute Route Dolomites will be taking place in Cortina d’Ampezzo. You will be immersed in the heart of this legendary mountain range, and will trace a sensational route through the jagged rock faces and demanding climbs of the region. The event will take place in a new 3-day format, and the race will feature two classic road stages and an uphill time trial. The event is now based solely, in Cortina d’Ampezzo.

DETAILS
The 2020 Haute Route Dolomites will be a 3-day event, along the lines of the highly successful Haute Route Mont Ventoux. In 2020 we also offer you events such as the Haute Route Oman, Houte Route Mexico, and Haute Route Asheville. However, if you’re looking for a 7-day event, you can also ride the Haute Route Pyrenees or Haute Route Alps in 2020.Remember, with the Haute Route Infinity Pass, you can take part in as many 2020 Haute Route events as you want.

After taking place in Predazzo in 2018, the Haute Route Dolomites moved to Cortina d’Ampezzo in 2019, a renowned mountain town surrounded by the jagged peaks of the Dolomites. The 2020 Haute Route Dolomites will be the 7th edition of the race, and will trace a sensational route through the highly recognisable jagged rock faces of the Dolomites, taking on some of the most demanding climbs of the region. Loyal to the 3-day concept, the Haute Route Dolomites will feature two classic road stages and an uphill time trial.

With simple logistics and one single race village location you will be able to simply focus on the riding. Discover one of the most beautiful mountain ranges in the world and appreciate the local cycling culture, at this incredible edition of Haute Route 3-day racing.

Why book 2020 Haute Route Dolomites with us?

Sports Tours International have been involved with the Haute Route from the very beginning. We know how to support our athletes during this physically and mentally demanding event. Our support package lets you fully focus on the job at hand
- Get a discount on your Haute Route entry
- Our hotel is in an ideal location in Cortina and of excellent standard
- Our experienced reps and pro mechanic will be on hand throughout the event to support you
- We will transport you and your bike to and from the finish and start if required
- We provide daily private feed and support stops en route
- We provide airport transfers and transport for non-riding partners who book through us
PRICES from £549 per person with the below inclusions. For all options and prices, please refer to the hotel and prices tab

What is included?
- Option to buy a discounted Haute Route Dolomites entry – more info below
- 3 nights accommodation in Cortina
- All hotel taxes
- Daily breakfasts in line with start times
- Secure bike storage
- Airport transfers from Venice Airport (VCE) at set times as per the itinerary
- Sports Tours staff support including mechanical assistance and additional food and assistance stops
Also available:
- A discounted Haute Route Dolomites entry – more info below
- Travel Insurance – highly recommended – please visit our insurance page. To take part in the 2020 Haute Route you have to get a medical certificate signed by your doctor within a year from the event date, our partners offer online medical certification
- Extra nights before or after the event on request
- Sports Travel Essentials. Please click here to view our page.
Entry options for the 2020 Haute Route Dolomites

Standard entry – £ 650 per entry

The standard 3-day Haute Route price with all of the Haute Route inclusions as detailed here – click here

Full distance or compact

New in 2019, came the option to choose from two different courses on the Haute Route Dolomites. You can either take on the challenge of the Original course, or decide to ride the Compact course, which provides the same experience, but on an easier route for each stage. Both options will start and finish together but there are different daily and overall rankings.

Original
- 2 Classic Stages – 100km to 140km, 2500M+ to 3500M+
- 1 Uphill Time Trial
Compact
- 2 Classic Stages, 70km to 100km, 1500m+ to 2500m+
- 1 Uphill Time Trial
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With simple logistics and one single race village location, you will be able to make the most of the riding, while discovering one of the most beautiful mountain ranges in the world, and getting to appreciate the local cycling culture. Along the course you will discover breathtaking landscapes, dominated by jagged ridges and towering rock formations, stunning high-altitude glacial lakes, and several mountain passes made famous by the legends of Italian cycling.

With two mountainous stages and one uphill time trial; riders at the front of the peloton will be able to race flat out for three days, and those further back will be able to test themselves and their ability on this new 3-day Haute Route format.

Check out a great article from the Guardian that takes a closer look into the Haute Route highs and heartbreak – what motivates cyclists on tough rides? Read more here

TESTIMONIALS

"Enhanced by Sports Tours staff"

The trip was enhanced by the quality of the Sports Tours staff, really made a huge effort to keep us supported.

Anon - September 12, 2017

"Staff allow us to concentrate on racing"

Darryl and Roy are outstanding and without doubt, key to the whole operation. They work long hours and do everything to help the riders and allow us to concentrate on racing. This is my 3rd HR with Darryl and Roy - not sure I would like to do one without them now!

Anon - September 12, 2017

"Incredibly helpful and supportive"

Everyone at Sports Tours (Julie pre event and all of the guys on the tour) were incredibly helpful and supportive throughout the Tour. A big thank you to them all. They are the reason I will come back to Sports Tours! Darrel, Carlos, Roy & Jim.

Simon - September 12, 2017

"Your team were outstanding"

I cannot say enough good things about your team. Darrel, Roy, Carlos and Jim were outstanding, taking care of all of our needs big and small. Without their support I never would have finished the HR (given tough weather conditions).

Gene - September 12, 2017

"Well organised and excellent communications"

The Sport Tours guys were fantastic. Nothing was too much trouble. Well organised and excellent communications during the event.

Chris - September 12, 2017

"Haute Route Dolomites 2016"

If you recall I recently rode with you on the Haute Route Dolomites. All the hotel bookings worked out brilliantly so thanks for sorting that out. It was fabulous and a huge thank you to the sports tours team. the team worked tirelessly to ensure we had everything organised and we were really impressed.

Ed - September 27, 2016

"Haute Route Iron rider - Pyrenees and Alps 2016"

Great EXPERIENCE with all the time sports tour and my bests friends Rogerio, Ventura and Bodini.
Big Hug and see you soon.

Ricardo - September 27, 2016

"Haute Route Iron rider - Pyrenees and Alps 2016"

I would registered my congrats words to all of you guys which support and give your best service during our trip in HR Iron - Pyrenees and Alps 2016!!

It was a wonderful time and experience been with Darrel, Daniel, David and all others that will be in our memories.

From helping us to fixed a broken gear to support and share confidence and encourage us to finished the day, or, even offer a delicious sandwich, chocolate, water on the summit (best day time – believe).

The kindness and great feeling, humor, mood and atmosphere was unforgettable!!

I would like to express my gratitude to all Sports Tour Team and thank you all guys!!

Be sure you have friends here in Brazil waiting you guys whenever and whatever you need and we are waiting a visit.

I speak in my name Ventura and for sure on behalf of all the HR Iron’s Guys - Rogerio, Ricardo and Roberto.

Best Regards and hope to see you soon guys.

Ventura - September 27, 2016
ITINERARY
Itinerary below is approximate, based on previous editions of this event

Optional early arrival day

If you’d like to arrive today then we have limited rooms available at the hotel with airport transfers included. £185 for a twin room and £100 for a single room

Please contact us if you want to book. (0044)(0)1617038161 or cycling@sportstoursinternational.co.uk

Thursday 11 June 2020 – Arrival day & Registration day

Please book your flight to Venice Marco Polo airport today if you wish to make use of our airport transfer. We provide 1 transfer from Venice airport to Cortina today at 15.30 for all flights that arrive into Venice this morning before 14.45. Please notify us of your flight times when booking or when you have them.

Today we will register for the event and we will assist you with getting your bike ready for tomorrow’s event. With your Haute Route entry you will receive among other things:
- 1 complete set of Haute Route cycling kit
- Haute Route travel bag with wheels
- 1 Haute Route back pack
- Mechanical support from Mavic both at each race village and along the route (not for repairing punctures)
- A personalised frame plate and 2 sets of race numbers
- Pit stops and refreshment breaks (solid, liquid, energy products) during each stage
- A hot meal at the finish of each stage
This evening we will organise a race briefing and you will have the opportunity to meet your fellow riders.

Friday 12 June 2020 – Stage 1 – Cortina d’Ampezzo > Passo Valparola – 97km, 3,300m+

Breakfast starts at least 2 hours before the stage begins. Then it’s just a few hundred metres from our hotel to the start line.

Stage 1 is uphill from the very start, with the 17km climb up the Passo Falzarego, at a height of 2,105m. Following the descent, we arrive at the only flat section of today’s stage. This is followed by 3 climbs in succession; Passo Pordoi (2,239m), Passo Sella (2,240m) and Passo Gardena (2,121m). A long descent gives you just enough time to prepare for the final climb to the finish line, the 2,192m Passo Valparola. This is an action-packed stage, with 5 of the most iconic climbs in the Dolomites, all above 2,100m, packed into just 97km.

We will provide support at feed stations on the route. After the stage, riders descend to the Race Village in Cortina d’Ampezzo.

This evening we will have an evening meal together and our staff will be on hand to make any bike adjustments and we will also have a race briefing ahead of tomorrow’s stage.

Saturday 13 June 2020 – Stage 2 – Cortina d’Ampezzo > Tre Cime de Lavaredo – 95km, 3,300m+

Breakfast starts at least 2 hours before the stage begins. Then it’s just a few hundred metres from our hotel to the start line.

Again, the route is climbing straight from the gun today, with the Northern climb up the Passo Giau, reaching the summit at 2,236m. We’ll tackle the Passo Falzarego for the second time this weekend, but today takes the opposite approach from yesterday. The descent passes through Coritna d’Ampezzo before starting the day’s final climb, to the picture postcard Tre Cime de Lavaredo. At 2,320m altitude, this is both literally and figuratively the high point of the weekend.

We will provide support at feed stations on the route. After the stage, riders descend to the Race Village in Cortina d’Ampezzo.

This evening we will have an evening meal together and our staff will be on hand to make any bike adjustments and we will also have a race briefing for tomorrow’s stage.

Sunday 14 June 2020 – Stage 3 – ITT Cortina d’Ampezzo > Passo Valparola – 17.5km, 1,000m+

Optional Departure Day

Breakfast starts at least 2 hours before the stage begins. Then it’s just a few hundred metres from our hotel to the start line.

As per Haute Route tradition, the weekend finishes with an uphill Time Trial. We’ll take on the Passo Valparola, but the opposite from Friday’s stage.

We expect an early start and after the finish, the closing party will take place. We offer an airport transfer at 14.00 back to Venice Marco Polo with an estimated arrival at the airport of 16.00 so you can book flights after that depart after 18.00.

Monday 15 June – Late departure day

If you’d like to depart on Monday then we have limited rooms available at the hotel with airport transfers included. £185 for a twin room and £100 for a single room

Please contact us if you want to book. (0044)(0)1617038161 or cycling@sportstoursinternational.co.uk

Please book flights to depart Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) after 13.00 today. We will get you to Venice Marco Polo in time for 11.00 check-in.
HOTELS & PRICING
Franceschi Park Hotel

A piece of paradise set in the heart of Cortina d’Ampezzo. Park Hotel Franceschi enjoys a strategic location for enjoying all the beauty of Cortina, Queen of the Dolomites. ...

3 nights at 4 Star Hotel Franceschi Park in Cortina d’Ampezzo

You will stay at the Franceschi Park Hotel with breakfasts included for 3 nights from Thursday to Sunday

For additional nights on either Wednesday or Sunday with airport transfers included it’s £ 185 for a twin room and £100 for a single room per night.

Please refer to the hotels tab to read more about the hotel.

3 nights – Thursday to Sunday

£549 per person based on sharing a room with 2 beds
£50 per person additional supplement for the sole occupancy of a room
Haute Route Dolomites Hotels
Franceschi Park Hotel

A piece of paradise set in the heart of Cortina d’Ampezzo.

Park Hotel Franceschi enjoys a strategic location for enjoying all the beauty of Cortina, Queen of the Dolomites. Located a short walk from Corso Italia, Cortina’s renowned and vibrant town centre. Park Hotel Franceschi is a hotel steeped in history and tradition, where guests can relax and unwind in the midst of the breath-taking Dolomites.

Hotel Franceschi is decorated in flawless mountain style, right down to the tiniest detail. The premises are designed to be exclusive and convey warmth and wellbeing.

The Franceschi Park’s rooms come with a flat screen TV with satellite channels, minibar and wooden floors. The bathroom includes a hairdryer and free toiletries.

At Hotel Franceschi you will be able to enjoy all the delights of traditional Italian cuisine. Let yourself be tempted by the mouth-watering, wholesome creations of the hotel’s restaurant, which starts every day with a lavish, delicious buffet breakfast.

In the evening, after returning from your bike ride, you will be able to relax in the spa and enjoy a classic aperitif in the hotel bar before dinner.

Extras

Hotel Facilities

Free WiFi is available in all areas

Sun terrace

Terrace

Garden

Non-smoking throughout

Safety deposit box

Lift

Non-smoking rooms

Newspapers (additional charge)

Room service

Spa and wellness centre (additional charge)

Languages spoken – German / English / Spanish /Croatian /Italian /Dutch

Snack bar

Bar

Restaurant
IMPORTANT INFO

General Travel and Health Information

General Travel and health Information for your destination is available on the FCO website. Please note that this information relates to UK passport holders only and that other nationalities should refer to their own authorities for this information.

How to Book

Click on the Book Now tab the top of the page. At time of booking we require a non-refundable deposit per person plus any applicable entry fee. The balance of your travel package must be paid, at the latest, 12 weeks before departure to avoid the cancellation of your trip. Please look here for our full booking conditions.

Medical certificate

To take part in the Haute Route you have to get a medical certificate signed by your doctor within the last year from the event date, our partners offer online medical certification.

Sports Travel – Keeping safe

For some tips on how to stay safe whilst you travel, please have a look here

Single travellers and twin to share

We welcome single travellers on our tours and holidays as it is a great way to join a like-minded group of people and you will make lots of new friends. If you would like to join our group as a single traveller we can offer you two options. A single room or if you want to avoid the single supplement then you can make use of our ‘twin to share’ option. We will pair you up with another traveller (of the same sex) and you can enjoy the event without having to pay extra.

General, visa, passport and health information

For passport and visa information, please check the relevant section on this page.General Travel and health Information for your destination is available on the FCO website. Please note that this information relates to UK passport holders only and that other nationalities should refer to their own authorities for this information.

Travel Insurance

For details of specialist sports travel insurance for our travel packages, please visit our insurance page. You must ensure that your travel insurance policy covers you to participate in cycling events. There is additional information about our other Concierge Services on our special web page.
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