Sellaronda Bike Day: no cars, big emotions
It’s the dream of every cyclist to pedal along the Dolomites mountain passes without being hassled by traffic. This makes the Sellaronda Bike Day a wish come true for even twice a year, at the beginning and end of summer. From morning to afternoon the mountain passes called Gardena Pass, Sella Pass, Pordoi Pass and Campolongo Pass are all closed to traffic and accessible to thousands of bike lovers who give rise to a unique cycling festival every year! If you are interested in participating in the event, you don’t have to sign up as anyone can start from wherever they like – as long as the tour is performed counterclockwise. May the bliss of cycling be with you!
No registration is needed, and there’s no set starting point: just follow the route counterclockwise and enjoy the experience. The traffic-free roads around the Sella Group offer a unique thrill: cycling in the peaceful embrace of the Dolomites.
The tour covers 53 km with a total elevation gain of 1,600 meters, but everyone is free to set their own pace, take breaks, or stop at any time.
The event will take place on June 6th and September 12th, with road closures from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
In the event of heavy cyclist traffic along the route, the traffic police may postpone the reopening of the roads beyond the scheduled time.
Emergency number: 112
Follow the SS244 Val Badia road.
In order to encourage sustainable mobility, choose environmentally friendly means of transportation, such as public transport.
Road bike tour to the passo delle Erbe/Würzjoch
The tour to Passo delle Erbe with start in Alta Badia runs along roads with little traffic and great panoramic views.
Road bike tour to the legendary Giau pass
The Giau pass is the great challenge for all those who undertake the Maratona dles Dolomites, 10 km with long sections at 10.5% slope with the last kilometre at 10.2% slope. A climb that will remain among the cyclists’ memories.
Roda de Fodom road bike tour
The Dolomites Bike Day Route is a panoramic circuit of about 50 km that takes the cyclists on some of the epic stages of the "Giro d'Italia" and the Maratona dles Dolomites in the heart of the Dolomites UNESCO World Heritage
Road closure ordinance
Why is the Sella Group a symbol of cycling in the Dolomites?
The Sella Group is one of the most recognisable mountain massifs in the Dolomites and has been at the heart of cycling's legendary climbs for decades. Riding around the Sella means experiencing one of the most famous cycling routes in Alta Badia and the Alps.
What is the difference between Sellaronda Bike Day and the Maratona dles Dolomites?
Sellaronda Bike Day and the Maratona dles Dolomites offer two different ways to experience cycling in Alta Badia and the Dolomites. Sellaronda Bike Day is all about enjoying the mountain passes at your own pace, while the Maratona dles Dolomites is a major cycling event with a competitive format and organised participation.
Why does cycling without traffic make Sellaronda Bike Day so special in the Dolomites?
During Sellaronda Bike Day, the roads over the four mountain passes around the Sella Group are closed to motorised traffic and reserved exclusively for cyclists. In Alta Badia, this creates a quieter atmosphere, allowing cyclists to enjoy the Dolomites surrounded by mountain scenery and silence.
Who can take part in Sellaronda Bike Day in Alta Badia?
Sellaronda Bike Day is open to everyone. Road cyclists, riders on traditional bikes, e-bike users and cyclists of all levels are free to take part. Everyone chooses their own pace and starting time, enjoying the route independently.
Str. Mëisules, 213, Selva Val Gardena
