Mountain bike holidays Val Gardena

Explore the Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, by mountain bike and experience flowing trails, fantastic tours and an infrastructure that warmly welcomes mountain bikers.
MTB holidays in Val Gardena with trails and fantastic mountain bike tours in the Dolomites.
MTB holidays in Val Gardena with trails and fantastic mountain bike tours in the Dolomites.

Certified tour and trail region

The Val Gardena and Alpe di Siusi bike region is the only "Approved Bike Area" in South Tyrol. Here in the Dolomites, the perfect infrastructure for cyclists awaits you. Whether mountain bikers or road cyclists – prepare for unique tours in front of a magnificent mountain panorama. In the villages of S. Cristina, Ortisei and Selva there are several bike shops and bike rentals where you can rent the latest mountain bikes, e-bikes and other bike equipment. The local hotels, shops and service centres have long since adapted to the special needs of mountain bikers. Perfectly signposted mountain bike tours start directly from Val Gardena.

Thanks to the lifts, where bike transport is possible, you can easily reach most of the starting points on your bike tour. Spend a day on the well-kept trails, which can be found here at various levels of difficulty. The Alpe di Siusi is the largest high alpine pasture in Europe. Because of its relatively flat hills and the diverse tours at two altitudes, the beautiful alp is especially popular with pleasure cyclists and families with children.

Facts: Val Gardena bike region

  1. The certified Val Gardena and Alpe di Siusi bike region offers you and your friends approximately 600 kilometres of distance.
  2. You can expect the perfect infrastructure with bike hotels, bike parks, MTB tours, downhills and bike rentals.
  3. A unique variety of routes with tours for every level: ideal for connoisseurs, families with children, border crossers and trail fans.
  4. Bicycles can be taken on most of the lifts in Val Gardena: depending on the lift ticket, there may be an extra charge.
  5. In the popular Trail Arena Val Gardena, well-maintained flow trails and a freeride route await trail fans.
  6. Rent an e-mountain bike and enjoy our extensive infrastructure with many charging stations and services.
  7. The popular Dolomite passes of Sella Pass and Gardena Pass are close to your accommodation in Val Gardena.
  8. Selva is host to the HERO – the toughest MTB race in the world. Experience the Sellaronda car-free on Bike Day.
Mountain bikers on downhill trail Zoom
Thanks to convenient bike transport by cable car, many visitors can enjoy the area's wonderful trails.
Bike break in Val Gardena Zoom
Val Gardena in South Tyrol has become a popular destination for mountain bikers in recent years.
Mountain bikers at hut break Zoom
In addition to the beautiful landscape, cosy mountain and alpine huts invite you to take a break and get some refreshments.
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Mountain bike tours in Val Gardena

From Val Gardena, you have direct access to many perfectly signposted mountain bike tours and a route network with a length of approximately 600 kilometres. Get advice at your bike hotel or plan your tours from home. In the certified bike region of Val Gardena, you can spend a wonderful biking holiday even without a car: you can easily transport your bike in most of the lifts in the region. Let yourself be pampered with culinary delights in the numerous cosy huts, enjoy impressive panoramic views and look forward to extraordinary trails and tours that will satisfy both experienced mountain bikers and families with children. From the pleasure tour to the strenuous technical route, there is the perfect tour for everyone here.

Mountain bike and e-bike tours

With a MTB or an e-bike, you can ride outstandingly beautiful tours in the Dolomites, on which you will be rewarded for your efforts with fantastic views. Plan wonderful e-bike and MTB tours that suit your fitness level and desires, such as the Sellaronda MTB Tour.

Guided MTB tours

Book your personal mountain bike guide and be professionally accompanied on your tour in the mountains. Qualified bike guides work at the MTB schools in S. Cristina, Ortisei and Selva and will help you to perfect your technique and accompany you to unique destinations. Let them recommend you a route or help you master your dream tour. Learn entertaining facts about the flora and fauna in the UNESCO-protected Dolomites and experience the trails and tours of the region with a whole new perspective.

The advantages of guided MTB tours:

  • The guides from Val Gardena are familiar with all the special features of your route.
  • Your guide will recommend tours that suit your level and your goals.
  • Guides help you to perfect your technique with their tips.
  • Your guide can carry out minor repairs during the tour.
  • Local guides answer your questions about nature in the Dolomites.
  • In case of problems, your guide will lead you quickly and safely back to the start.

Mountain biking with an e-bike

E-bikes offer completely new possibilities for MTB tours in the Dolomites. Even distant destinations are reachable thanks to motor assistance and the sometimes steep climbs can be mastered with the e-mountain bike even when you are not in prime personal shape. Take a guided mountain bike tour and discover the Dolomites from the perspective of a local. Alternatively, rent e-mountain bikes with the whole family and explore the Alpe di Siusi together on an adventurous day in the fresh air. In Val Gardena, there are several e-bike rentals where you can easily hire modern e-mountain bikes and the appropriate equipment. E-bike charging stations are available at numerous huts, bike hotels and several restaurants.

Bike and e-bike rentals

For the perfect mountain bike holiday in the Dolomites, you can easily rent your MTB, e-bike or road bike in Val Gardena. Bike rentals offer the latest bike models in all sizes. The bike shops offer you the perfect bike service. Whether it's a minor repair or major damage - you'll be helped quickly in the workshop. And of course, you'll find everything you need for your tour, from a helmet to cycling clothes.

Bike rental suggestions

Intersport Center - Bike rental & Shop
Intersport Center - Bike rental & Shop
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Intersport Center - Bike rental & Shop

Streda Dursan 98, 39047 Santa Cristina - Val Gardena

Bike Armin
Bike Armin
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Bike Armin

Streda Dursan 108, 39047 Santa Cristina - Val Gardena

Bike Rental & Shop Seceda
Bike Rental & Shop Seceda
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Bike Rental & Shop Seceda

Streda Val d'Anna 2, 39046 Ortisei - Val Gardena

Intersport Nives - Bike rental & Shop
Intersport Nives - Bike rental & Shop
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Intersport Nives - Bike rental & Shop

Streda Mëisules 166, 39048 Selva - Val Gardena

Carlo's E-Bike Rental
Carlo's E-Bike Rental
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Carlo's E-Bike Rental

Streda Rezia 71/A, 39046 Ortisei - Val Gardena

Bike Rental 2000
Bike Rental 2000
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Bike Rental 2000

Streda Mëisules 290, 39048 Selva - Val Gardena

Accommodations and bike hotels

Val Gardena is the ideal destination for cyclists of all disciplines. From here you can set off on wonderful tours and with the Trail Arena and the Val Gardena and Alpe di Siusi bike region, there are plenty of highlights right on your doorstep. All other excursion destinations and tours can be reached by lift. Numerous hotels and holiday flats in Val Gardena have special offers aimed at mountain bikers and cyclists in general. Whether in S. Cristina, Ortisei or Selva – here you will find a wide variety of bike-friendly accommodations, from rooms with breakfast to perfectly equipped bike hotels. Always included: the legendary hospitality of Val Gardena, which is also aimed at cyclists!

Mountain bike holidays in a bike hotel

Spend your mountain bike holiday in one of the Val Gardena bike hotels and enjoy the extra service for cyclists. The hosts of the special bike accommodations offer you everything a mountain biker's heart desires in addition to a lockable bike room, a repair station and the perfect location for unforgettable tours. Discover the bike hotels in Ortisei, Selva and S. Cristina here!

Offers

Val Gardena hotels and accommodation establishments have prepared special offers to make their guests' mountain bike holidays even more attractive. Favourable packages and extras round off your holiday in Val Gardena.

Trail Arena Val Gardena

Enjoy the flow and discover the bike parks and trails of the Trail Arena Val Gardena. Well-maintained trails of various levels of difficulty await you, offering you a sporting challenge in a class of its own and an unforgettable experience in nature. And the best thing is: after your ride, you can simply take your bike back to the starting point by lift.

Bike-Trail "Cir Giara" Dantercepies Zoom
The bike park and the Dantercepies flow trails on the Passo Gardena offer enjoyment and pleasure for mountain bikers.
MTB holiday in Val Gardena Zoom
Val Gardena offers many easy MTB trails, which are suitable for beginners and families with children.
Bike-Trail "Cir Tiera" Zoom
Freeriders and MTB pros get their money's worth in the Trail Arena Val Gardena.
MTB trail descent in Val Gardena Zoom
The descent is not always fast: some trails in Val Gardena require technical riding skills.
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Cycling holidays with children

A family holiday in the Dolomites is especially fun when you explore the mountains by bike. The Alpe di Siusi biking region is particularly suitable for families, where the climbs are not quite as steep, but the possibilities for tours are endless. With older children, you can look forward to easy but spectacular trails around Val Gardena. And if you want to keep everyone happy, simply rent e-mountain bikes for the whole family from one of the local bike rental shops.

Tips for your MTB holiday

Conquer the Dolomites by mountain bike and look forward to a biking region that welcomes you with a perfect infrastructure. Take your bike comfortably with you in the lift and reach uniquely beautiful trails and bike parks. Our tip: use an inexpensive mobility card for your tours!

Road and racing cycling

The Dolomite passes and the winding roads in the region are a highlight for road cyclists. Set off from Val Gardena on unforgettable tours that offer you a magnificent view of a uniquely beautiful landscape. Due to the sometimes heavy traffic in high summer, road cycling is most fun in early and late summer.

The most popular racing bike tours in Val Gardena

  • Sellaronda tour clockwise
  • Sellaronda tour counter-clockwise
  • Maratona delle Dolomites
  • Passo di Costalunga Tour
  • Passo delle Erbe Tour
  • Passo Valparola Tour
  • Alpe di Siusi Tour

Bike events in a class of their own

In the Dolomites, bike events take place all year round, where you can either get active yourself or cheer on the biggest stars of the scene. The South Tyrol HERO Dolomites is undoubtedly one of the most famous mountain bike races in the world and is celebrated with numerous accompanying events for the whole family. The Sellaronda Bike Day gives cyclists the right of way on the circuit around the Sella. And fun is guaranteed at the legendary dumpling hunt! Find out about all the bike events in Val Gardena and the region.