Haute Route Dolomites

2022 Haute Route Dolomites

Stages 30th August - 3rd September 2022

Duration: 6 Nights (with option to extend) Distance: Various

The 2022 Haute Route Dolomites will start in Cortina d’Ampezzo and finish 5 days later in Bormio at the foot of the mighty Stelvio. You will be immersed in the heart of this legendary mountain range for 5 spectacular days. You will trace a sensational route through the jagged rock faces and demanding climbs of the region. The event will take place in a new and extended 5-day format. The race will feature legendary cols, minimal flat sections, mountain top finishes where possible and, of course, an uphill time trial.

DETAILS
The 2021 Haute Route Dolomites will, along with the Haute Route Pyrenees, become a 5 day cycling challenge. In the case of Haute Route Dolomites, this gives you an extra 2 days to test yourself against this legendary, Italian mountain range. In 2021 we also offer you events such as the Haute Route Oman, Haute Route Mexico, Haute Route Crans Montana and Haute Route Brazil. However, if you’re looking for a 7-day event, Haute Route Alps will have its 10th anniversary and will as ever, provide the ultimate challenge for amateur riders.

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 2021 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. Now extended to a 5 day format; riders will have plenty of opportunity to test themselves on these iconic peaks.

Discover one of the most beautiful mountain ranges in the world and appreciate the local cycling culture, at this incredible edition of Haute Route 5-day racing.

Why book 2021 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
- Our hotels are in an ideal location in Cortina, Bormio and in the other stage towns 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 £1369 per person with the below inclusions

Non rider Discount – £219

For all options and prices, please refer to the hotel and prices tab

What is included
- Option to buy a Haute Route Dolomites entry – more info below
- 6 nights hotel accommodation in convenient locations for the race
- All hotel taxes
- Daily breakfasts in line with start times
- Secure bike storage
- Sports Tours staff support including mechanical assistance and additional food and assistance stops
Also available:
- The Haute Route Dolomites entry – more info below
- Airport transfers from Venice Airport (VCE) at set times as per the itinerary
- Travel Insurance – highly recommended – please visit our insurance page. To take part in the 2021 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 2021 Haute Route Dolomites

Standard entry – £1025 per entry

The entry fee with all of the Haute Route inclusions as detailed here – click here

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2021 Haute Route Dolomites

We are there to support you so you are able to make the most of the riding while discovering one of the most beautiful mountain ranges in the world. En route, you will 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.

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

The Route for the 2021 Haute Route Dolomites has NOW Been Announced

Stage 1 – Start at- CORTINA D’AMPEZZO – 95km | 3,400m+

The stage will start from the stunning mountain-resort of Cortina d’Ampezzo. There are four iconic climbs on the first stage of the 2021 Haute Route Dolomites. First, one of the great climbs of the Giro d’Italia: Passo Giau. Whilst the route takes the peloton up the ‘easier’ north side, which is characterized by broad sweeping switchbacks, riders need to pace themselves on this 15.7-kilometre climb, as there is still a big day ahead.

After descending down the south side and through the valley, the peloton face a smaller climb, before the Passo Falzarego, where riders will once again reach heights over 2,000m+. After the descent, riders will then pass back through Cortina d’Ampezzo, then over the Cimabanche pass, before heading onto one of the most anticipated climbs of the 2021 Haute Route Dolomites.

The Tre Cime di Lavaredo was an absolute highlight of the Haute Route Dolomites 3-day event in 2019, and is sure once again to take every rider’s breath away – in every possible sense! Despite a misleading average gradient of just 7.5%, the final four kilometres is are particularly steep and sure to prove a challenge. Riders will battle with sections reaching up to 19% to get to the finish line. The reward will be more than worth the hard effort, with the three stunning peaks, one of the most recognisable landforms of the Dolomites, towering above the finish.

Stage 2 – Start at- CORTINA D’AMPEZZO – 135km | 2,350m+

The second stage will again begin from Cortina d’ Ampezzo, and opens with an early climb up Passo Falzarego. Approaching from Pocol, this climb will be a good leg test for riders after yesterday’s hilly stage. Riders who went out too hard yesterday may find that they pay for it today.

Cencenighe Agordino is where the Passo Valles climb begins, and the road soon ramps up to an average gradient of 9% for several kilometres. Sharing the same road as the climb to Passo de San Pellegrino, the gradient drops back down for a short while crossing the village of Falcade. After this village, there will be a little test, as the gradient rises to an average of 9%, and the peloton turns off to the left towards the Passo Valle summit.

At the summit, riders will enjoy the beautiful panoramic views, before descending down through Paneveggio Natural Park, and alongside the stunning Lake Paneveggio, to the finish line at Predazzo.

Stage 3 – Start at – TRENTO – 116.2km | 3,600m+

Stage 3 will start from Trento. The peloton will enjoy ticking off some easier miles at the start of stage 3 of Haute Route Dolomites. The peloton will ride through the valley, and along the River Noce, riders will turn off after the town of Pelizzano and prepare for the first major climb of the day up Passo Tonale.

This climb is steeped in history and known as the road of the White War; a mountain war over the natural border of Italy and Austria during WW1. With an average gradient of 6%, riders can get into a good rhythm as they take on this climb, and work their way to the ski resort of Tonale. Look out for the WW1 fort at the summit, before descending down the other side and continuing on towards Passo Gavia.

The Gavia climbis tough from the very beginning, with the gradient ramping up to 9% as you pass Ponte di Legno. This 17.3-kilometre climb is sure to be challenging, but you will be rewarded for your work with beautiful views of snow-capped mountains at every turn. Seven kilometres into the climb, the road narrows through the forest and with that comes a steeper gradient, including one section at a punchy 16%. Ticking off a true bucket-list climb, is sure to be one of the highlights of the week. After finishing on a high, riders can then enjoy the transition to the stunning mountain town of Bormio.

Stage 4 – Start at – BORMIO – 83.4km | 3,274m+

Heading out from Bormio, riders will wind out of the valley and get stuck into the first climb of the day. Passo Umbrail shares the same road as Passo Stelvio for the first 18 kilometres, before branching left for three kilometres then reaching the summit to finish.

As they snake their way up the climb, riders will pass through a series of narrow tunnels. From the top of Passo Umbrail, at 2,510 metres above sea level, riders can then take time to refuel, before making their way down the untimed descent into Switzerland, for one of the toughest and most famous climbs there is.

The start of the Stelvio climb from Prato allo Stelvio almost lulls you into a false sense of security, with a gentle start, lasting eight kilometres, as riders start to tick off the 48 ‘tornanti’. Soon after, the climb ramps up to 8%, with the final 1.5 kilometres featuring an average 9.5% gradient.

This epic 24.3km climb rises over 1,808m to the finish at the summit (2,761m). After a big week on the bike, this will be a great test for the mind and body, and one of the last big efforts of the 2021 edition of the Haute Route Dolomites.

With just the time trial left the following day, riders can enjoy the descent back down into Bormio and prepare for an all-out final effort.

Stage 5 – Start at- BORMIO – 15km | 750m+

Having ticked off some incredible cols at the 2021 edition of Haute Route Dolomites, the closing time trial, up Laghi di Cancano, will be the perfect way to sign-off an unforgettable week. This climb was featured in the 2020 Giro d’Italia course, and for good reason. The uphill time trial will see riders wind up the switchbacks, with the Fraele towers rising above them. As they pass the tower, they can prepare for an all-out blast to the finish line at spectacular Lago di Cancano.

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
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Haute Route Dolomites 2022

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Sunday 28th August - Optional Early Arrival Day

Extra nights are available before/ after the event on request. Additional details are available on the hotels and pricing tab.

Please book your flight to Milan Malpensa airport today if you wish to make use of our airport transfer. The transfer will take approximately 2.5 hours from Milan Malpensa airport to Bormio. We provide 1 transfer from Milan Malpensa airport to Bormio today at 16.00 for all flights that arrive into Milan this morning before 15.00. Please notify us of your flight times when booking or when you have them.

Our airport transfer will transport you, your bike box plus your luggage and is available at £tbc one way on arrival from Milan Malpensa Airport and £- for a one way departure transfer (from Bormio to Milan Malpensa). A return transfer is £135 per person.

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

Monday 29th August- Arrival day & Registration day

Please book your flight to Milan Malpensa airport today if you wish to make use of our airport transfer. The transfer will take approximately tbc hours from Milan Malpensa airport to Bormio. We provide 1 transfer from Milan Malpensa airport to Bormio today at 13.00 for all flights that arrive into Milan this morning before 12.00 (midday). Please notify us of your flight times when booking or when you have them.

Our airport transfer will transport you, your bike box plus your luggage and is available at £tbc one way on arrival from Milan Malpensa Airport and £60 for a one way departure transfer (from Bormio to Milan Malpensa). A return transfer is £tbc per person.

Today we will register for the event and we will assist you with getting your bike ready for tomorrow’s event.

This evening we will organise a race briefing and you will have the opportunity to meet your fellow riders.

Tuesday 30th August - Stage 1- Details TBC

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.

We will provide support at feed stations on the route. After the stage, riders descend to the Race Village.

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.

Wednesday 31st August- Stage 2 - Details TBC

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.

We will provide support at feed stations on the route.

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.

Thursday 1st September- Stage 3 - Details TBC

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.

We will provide support at feed stations on the route.

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.

Friday 2nd September - Stage 4- Details TBC

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.

We will provide support at feed stations on the route.

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.

Saturday 3rd September - Stage 5 - Details TBC

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.

We will provide support at feed stations on the route.

Today is the final stage of Haute Route Dolomites 2022. Our team will be waiting to greet you as you cross the finishline. Congratulations you are a Haute Route finisher!

Sunday 5th September - Departure Day

Please book flights to depart Milan Malpensa airport after 13:00 today. Our airport transfer is available at £60 per person one way and £135 return.
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. ...

Hotel Nevada Bormio

3 star Hotel Nevada offers free Wi-Fi and free wellness facilities and the hotel is at just a 5 minute walk from Bormio town centre. The Nevada’s restaurant serves regional ...

Grand Hotel Trento

The Grand Hotel in Trento is a superb and elegant 4* hotel, housed in an impressive elliptical building in the heart of the city. The hotel offers an onsite gourmet restauran...

Prices

£1369 per person based on sharing a room with 2 beds
£290 per person additional supplement for the sole occupancy of a room

Non-Rider discount £219

Entry fee – £1025

Extra nights are available before/ after the event on a request basis. Prices from £275 based on 2 people sharing a double or twin room, or £160 for the sole occupancy of a room.

Airport transfers
- Venice Marco Polo to Cortina d’Ampezzo – £75 per person
- Bormio to Milan Malpensa airport – £60 per person
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
Haute Route Dolomites Hotels
Hotel Nevada Bormio

3 star Hotel Nevada offers free Wi-Fi and free wellness facilities and the hotel is at just a 5 minute walk from Bormio town centre. The Nevada’s restaurant serves regional and typical Italian dishes. Guests can relax in the lounge area while looking onto the extensive gardens. There is also a terrace where you can enjoy your evening meal or a barbecue in the summer months. There is also an on-site gym and wellness centre which can be used free of charge.

Most of Hotel Nevada’s rooms have a balcony with mountain views. All are equipped with TV, minibar and private bathrooms, some with a spa bath.

Bormio is an excellent base for for road cyclists. The surrounding area of Bormio and the Stelvio National Park has a wealth of roads available for your GPS.

The Nevada Hotel as part of Bike Hotel Bormio offers special services for his clients on two wheels:

Covered and safe storage for bikes

Small corner for bike repairs

Laundry service for sportswear

Sports Massage in our leisure facilities at discounted prices

Shuttle transportation in any required place

Early breakfast at the times required

Maps of the area and road book at your disposal

10% discount for bike hire in shops

Wellness center with sauna, Jacuzzi and Turkish bath to relax back from cycling

Extras

Private parking in front of hotel

Fitness center and gym

Internet WI FI throughout the hotel

TV big screen

Reservation Bagni Vecchi and Bagni Nuovi with 10% reduction

Bike room
Haute Route Dolomites Hotels

Grand Hotel Trento

The Grand Hotel in Trento is a superb and elegant 4* hotel, housed in an impressive elliptical building in the heart of the city. The hotel offers an onsite gourmet restaurant, and elegant rooms with wooden furniture.

The hotel is fully air conditioned and non smoking throughout, each of the rooms is also soundproofed and comes with soft carpeted floors and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. All rooms have their own private bathrooms, some of which are decorated in marble. Wifi is available in all areas, including guest rooms, at no additional cost.

The hotel restaurant serves the finest local cuisine with an excellent selection of Italian wines. Specialist diets can be catered for on request. There is an onsite bar, with beautiful fresco-ed walls, where guests can relax with a drink, or else, if the weather is good, they can head outside and relax on the hotel terrace.

The hotel’s leisure facilities include a fitness suite and sauna/ spa facilities.

Extras

General

Shared lounge/TV area

Air conditioning

Non-smoking throughout

Heating

Lift

VIP room facilities

Family rooms

Non-smoking rooms

Room service

Wellness facilities

Fitness

Sun loungers or beach chairs

Fitness centre

Safety features

First aid kit available

Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas

Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Physical distancing

Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas

Physical distancing rules followed

Cashless payment available

Contactless check-in/check-out

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies

Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning

Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays

Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus

Food & drink safety

All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized

Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Physical distancing in dining areas
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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Haute Route Dolomites 2022

Sunday 28th August - Optional Early Arrival Day

Extra nights are available before/ after the event on request. Additional details are available on the hotels and pricing tab.

Please book your flight to Milan Malpensa airport today if you wish to make use of our airport transfer. The transfer will take approximately 2.5 hours from Milan Malpensa airport to Bormio. We provide 1 transfer from Milan Malpensa airport to Bormio today at 16.00 for all flights that arrive into Milan this morning before 15.00. Please notify us of your flight times when booking or when you have them.

Our airport transfer will transport you, your bike box plus your luggage and is available at £tbc one way on arrival from Milan Malpensa Airport and £- for a one way departure transfer (from Bormio to Milan Malpensa). A return transfer is £135 per person.

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

Monday 29th August- Arrival day & Registration day

Please book your flight to Milan Malpensa airport today if you wish to make use of our airport transfer. The transfer will take approximately tbc hours from Milan Malpensa airport to Bormio. We provide 1 transfer from Milan Malpensa airport to Bormio today at 13.00 for all flights that arrive into Milan this morning before 12.00 (midday). Please notify us of your flight times when booking or when you have them.

Our airport transfer will transport you, your bike box plus your luggage and is available at £tbc one way on arrival from Milan Malpensa Airport and £60 for a one way departure transfer (from Bormio to Milan Malpensa). A return transfer is £tbc per person.

Today we will register for the event and we will assist you with getting your bike ready for tomorrow’s event.

This evening we will organise a race briefing and you will have the opportunity to meet your fellow riders.