Cycling in Italy
The mountains of the MaratonaCycling in Italy is a dream for cyclists. Expansive scenery and the opportunity to ride in the tyre tracks of the Giro d’Italia make cycling in Italy a must visit holiday destination for every cyclist.
Take a look at some of our favourite climbs in our guide to cycling in Italy.
Passo Campolongo
The Passo Campolongo is the 1st climb of the Maratona dles Dolomites, it is an enchanting climb that welcomes you to the Dolomites and is essential to your Maratona success.
Passo Pordoi
The Passo Pordoi is the 2nd climb of the Maratona dles Dolomites and has hosted several mountain top Giro stage finishes earning the Passo Pordoi an important place in the history of the Giro d’Italia.
Passo Sella
The Passo Sella is the 3rd climb of the Maratona dles Dolomites and is named after the majestic Sella Massif group of mountains that you ride around when completing the Sella Ronda circuit.
Passo Gardena
The Passo Gardena is the 4th climb of the Maratona dles Dolomites and it comes hot on the heels of the Passo Sella. The Gardena is the final climb of the infamous Sella Ronda circuit.
Passo Giau
The Passo Giau is the 6th climb of the Maratona dles Dolomites and has featured regularly in the Giro d’Italia. The Giau is as steeped in cycling history as it is viciously steep.
Passo Valparola
The Passo Valparola is the final climb of the Maratona dles Dolomites and is reached via the Passo Falzarego. The summit of the Passo Falzarego is just visible at the bottom of the steep ramp in the Passo Valparola picture above.