Maratona dles Dolomites - Enel: in between myths, dreams and wonders
The most beautiful cycling race in the world, for more than 30 years
05.07.2026
Started out almost as a joke amongst friends who wanted to challenge each other along the passes of the Dolomites, the Maratona has evolved into an international event that attracts cycling enthusiasts from all over the world. With its three legendary and traffic-free routes, it is the dream come true of every passionate cyclist keen to pedal along the roads that have made cycling history.
Three itineraries, one Maratona dles Dolomites - Enel
Maratona dles Dolomites - Maratona course
Cycling along the Sellaronda, you then face the Campolongo Pass for the second time, followed by the challenging Giau Pass, Falzarego Pass, Valparola Pass and finally the Mür dl Giat and arrival in Corvara.
Maratona dles Dolomites - Middle course
In addition to the Sellaronda tour, the medium course of the Maratona includes a second ascent of the Campolongo Pass, followed by the Falzarego Pass, the Valparola Pass, and the challenging Mür dl Giat, before ending in Corvara.
Maratona dles Dolomites - Sellaronda course
The route starts in La Villa and winds its way over four legendary Dolomite passes: the Campolongo Pass, the Pordoi Pass, the Sella Pass and the Gardena Pass, ending in Corvara.
Good to know
Why is the Maratona dles Dolomites one of the world's most iconic gran fondos?
The Maratona dles Dolomites is one of the world's most iconic gran fondos because it combines legendary mountain passes, the landscape of the Dolomites and a long cycling tradition in Alta Badia. Every year, it attracts thousands of cyclists from around the world for an experience that goes far beyond the race itself.
Why is the Maratona dles Dolomites much more than a cycling race?
The Maratona dles Dolomites is much more than a cycling race because it is the highlight of an entire week dedicated to cycling in Alta Badia. Group rides, talks, events and other initiatives transform the valley into a meeting place for the international cycling community.
Why is Alta Badia considered one of the leading cycling destinations in the Dolomites?
Alta Badia is one of the leading cycling destinations in the Dolomites thanks to its Alpine mountain passes, panoramic routes and the history of some of cycling's most legendary climbs. The valley is the starting point for many of the most famous cycling itineraries in the Alps.
What is it like to experience the Maratona dles Dolomites as a cyclist?
Experiencing the Maratona dles Dolomites means sharing the roads of the Dolomites with thousands of cycling enthusiasts from around the world on roads closed to traffic for the event. In Alta Badia, the sporting challenge is combined with the atmosphere of a community that celebrates cycling throughout an entire week.