Top-notch active tours for small groups of friends
Cortina - The heart of the Dolomites
Cortina d'Ampezzo, long famous for its hiking and climbing, became world famous by hosting the 1956 Winter Olympics.Today, wonderful road cycling and mountain biking make Cortina a "must go" destination for active sports enthusiasts.Picture yourself riding, hiking, and mountain biking among the Dolomites' shear rock faces!
Bormio - Big Giro d'Italia Passes
The Mortirolo, Gavia, & Stelvio–These famous Giro passes challenge you with their long climbs and fast descents!Bormio's picturesque alpine setting is perfect for tackling these passes, and its quiet old town center provides a true "Italian" experience!Less famous, Bormio's hiking and MTB are equally world class!
Bellagio - Lakes and Mountains
There's nothing like the water, sky, and mountains of Lago di Como!Popular with Italians for their summer vacations, countless boats of all varieties dot the deep blue water.After cycling and hiking among the lakeside villas and gardens, we "get out on the water," with a ferry ride back to our hotel!
Massa/Carrara - The Italian Riviera
Wonderful biking and hiking around the Apli Apuane marble quarries of Michelangelo fame!Appearing snow-capped in summer, due to the bright-white marble, we hike and bike trails and roads built over 2000 years!With a scant 5 Km between alpi and mare–and the beach–our apres sport is a nap in the sun, and a dip in the Mediterranean!
Ridden clockwise, this stair-step loop starts with a power descent toward Pieve di Cadore, before climbing east toward Passo Cibiana (1530m).
After descending into the village of Forno di Zoldo (810m) we tackle a scenic climb flanked by mountains Pelmo and Civetta to Forcella Staulanza (1773m).
Our descent is on open road and fast, but levels off before we climb the 29 switchbacks to Passo Giau (2233m)!
Cortina Road Bike Rides: Map of Zoldo Loop
Our after ride snack of fresh mozzarella, prosciutto crudo, bread, and a cold beer!
Passo Cibiana is an active place to visit, with an Adventure Park, picnic area, hiking, the Reinhold Messner museum, and a nice bar.
A shrine and some interesting architecture on the climb to Zoldo Alto.
Lots of smiles at Forcella Staulanza, with only Passo Giau left to climb!
Enjoy Passo Giau's 29 switchbacks of smooth roads, green pastures, and soaring rock walls!
The descent from Passo Giau is somewhat steep, but not too techinical, so it's fast and fun!
Ridden clockwise from our Cortina hotel, we'll duplicate the power descent of the Auronzo Loop ride before turning south west and climbing toward Passo Cibiana. Mouse over the thumbnails to see a small sample of sights on the Zoldo Loop Road Bike Ride.
Cortina Road Bike Rides: Profile of Zoldo Loop
Zoldo Loop Road Bike Ride Profile: 88.6 Km/55 miles with 2662 meters/8757 feet of climbing.
Cortina d'Ampezzo, long famous for its hiking and climbing, became world famous by hosting the 1956 Winter Olympics.Today, wonderful road cycling and mountain biking make Cortina a "must go" destination for active sports enthusiasts.Picture yourself riding, hiking, and mountain biking among the Dolomites' shear rock faces!
The Mortirolo, Gavia, & Stelvio–These famous Giro passes challenge you with their long climbs and fast descents!Bormio's picturesque alpine setting is perfect for tackling these passes, and its quiet old town center provides a true "Italian" experience!Less famous, Bormio's hiking and MTB are equally world class!
There's nothing like the water, sky, and mountains of Lago di Como!Popular with Italians for their summer vacations, countless boats of all varieties dot the deep blue water.After cycling and hiking among the lakeside villas and gardens, we "get out on the water," with a ferry ride back to our hotel!
Wonderful biking and hiking around the Apli Apuane marble quarries of Michelangelo fame!Appearing snow-capped in summer, due to the bright-white marble, we hike and bike trails and roads built over 2000 years!With a scant 5 Km between alpi and mare–and the beach–our apres sport is a nap in the sun, and a dip in the Mediterranean!
