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Five outstanding stages for the Giro delle Dolomiti 2024

Bolzano, November 2023 – Winter is slowly but surely approaching. Nevertheless, behind the scenes, preparations are already underway for one of the most popular cycling events in South Tyrol, the Giro delle Dolomiti. Ambitious cyclists from all over the world can look forward to 5 unique stages from 22 to 26 July 2024, as can amateur cyclists, who are mainly there for the fabulous (mountain) scenery and culinary highlights. Total distance: 493 km and 10.862 metres of climbing. Total distance of timed sections: 33,6 km and 2665 metres of ascent. Highlights: Renon, Sellaronda, Three Peaks – Tre Cime di Lavaredo, Passo Erbe, Collepietra – Carezza. There is excellent catering for all participants in the Giro delle Dolomiti. There will be refreshment stations along the various routes and cyclists will also be served a hot lunch consisting of typical South Tyrolean delicacies. Interested cyclists can also participate in individual stages only. The organisers are also working on a programme for people accompanying the cyclists, the “Giro Guest”. Details will be published on the official website. You can register for the Giro delle Dolomiti on the official websites www.girodolomiti.com .

BARCHETTI and the GIRO DELLE DOLOMITI

For years Barchetti, one of the most important automotive companies in Italy, has supported the Giro delle Dolomiti, sharing its values of promoting the territory and sustainable mobility. On the occasion of this year’s edition, Barchetti has provided among the support vehicles for the athletes and the organisation BYD ATTO 3, a dynamic 100% electric SUV that will accompany the athletes in a silent and green way during their marvellous race to discover the South Tyrolean territory. BYD, no among the world’s leading manufacturers of electric vehicles, has made its debut in Italy on 15 June 2023 and to do so has entrusted Gruppo Barchetti and 2 other automotive groups as exclusive official BYD dealers. It is already possible to test drive and buy a BYD car at Barchetti’s locations in Bolzano, Merano, Trento, Verona, Vicenza , Brescia and soon also in Desenzano, Padua and Bologna. BYD is the only manufacturer in the automotive industry that designs and produces the complete system of electric motors, batteries, electrified transmissions, control units and semiconductors. A truly unique supply chain within the same company. https://www.barchetti.it/. (photo: Giro delle Dolomiti)

Jedelhauser and Vermeulen win the Giro delle Dolomiti 2023

The 46th Giro delle Dolomiti ended on Friday afternoon, 28.07. with the prize-giving ceremony at Fiera Bolzano. Julia Jedelhauser and Daan Vermeulen received the trophy from the hands of the president of the organising committee Bettina Ravanelli. At the award ceremony, the participants were enthusiastic about the event sponsored by ENIT-National Tourism Agency and the UNESCO Dolomites Foundation. “It was a good edition, after the second stage even the weather started to play in our favour. We had many adhesions, including some very well-known names (Gilberto Simoni, Giovanni Visconti, Massimiliano Lelli, Filippo Pozzato, Jury Chechi). Many cyclists, in particular, participated in our event for the first time. The support we received from tourism associations, Fiera Bolzano, partners and sponsors, who supported this special event format, was invaluable. Thanks to them, we were able to organise a 46th Giro delle Dolomiti that was both beautiful and sustainable,” says Ravanelli. With five victories in five stages, Germany’s Julia Jedelhauser (Oberdorfer Radhaus) secured victory in the general classification ahead of her compatriots Christine Schwenk (Seonda) and Susanne Lummer (Team Alé Deutschland). On the top step of the men’s podium was Belgium’s Daan Vermeulen, with Germany’s Florian Albecker ((RV Lichterfelde-Steglitz e.V.) and third was Belgian Mathieu Decock. RESULTS 2023 > HERE. See you next year !

The 46th GIRO DELLE DOLOMITI officially presented in Bolzano

Exactly two months before the start, the 46th edition of the traditional cycling event was presented at the Sportler Bike Store in Bolzano. Numerous partners, supporters and the local press were present. Bettina Ravanelli, president of the organising committee, and her team presented the five spectacular Dolomite stages of the 2023 edition and the many new features. For example, the new brochure and the stunning 2023 poster as well as the new Q36.5 signed bike jerseys for participants and stage leaders. The Giro Guest, a package created together with the Bolzano tour operator ‘laifain’ for the increasing number of participants’ accompanying persons with an extensive supporting programme, will also be offered again in 2023. Special thanks go to all partners and the entire Giro delle Dolomiti team!

The new jersey of the Giro delle Dolomiti 2023… created by Q36.5 !

Every year, those who register for the Giro delle Dolomiti can enjoy a long list of services and a nice race package that includes, among other things, the event´s official trikot. This year this bike jersey, created exclusively by the company Q36.5, is blue with black zebra stripes and will go to all participants of this 46th edition. The white trikot, on the other hand, with the GdD logo in blue color, will go only to the leaders of each individual stage (men and women).

Even for the 2023 edition, The Giro delle Dolomiti has been confirmed “Green Event”

This label, recognized by the Autonomous Province of Bolzano, has a great value for the event, which is celebrating the 46° edition. The Giro delle Dolomiti is a cycle-touristic event whose goal is promoting the Dolomites and its surrounding through sport, without forgetting how import is keeping preserving the fragile aspect of Dolomites. For this reason, the organizing committee “ASD Giro delle Dolomiti” have been involving even more deeply with local entrepreneurships. They give their contribution for the starting package and trophies, local food is served at the feeding point during stages, local bike hotels are partner of the event. Last but not least a recycling collection is done in order to raise awareness of participants and all the accompanies people.

During the 2022 edition, dishes, glasses and cutleries made of cellulose will be only used thanks to a new partnership with Greengate. Another great improvement for the event, which underline its green aspect. In order to receive the GreenEvent award, organisers must implement criteria from the subject areas of resources, waste, mobility, catering, energy, communication, noise and bonus (alcohol and accessibility

Giro delle Dolomiti 2023: A return to the roots

A very compact Giro delle Dolomiti will take place from 24 to 28 July 2023. All passionate amateur cyclists can not only already look forward to it but also register to take part. The 46th edition of the prestigious tour through the unique mountain scenery of Trentino-South Tyrol comprises 5 stages (no rest day) and has some absolute treats to offer with the circumnavigation of the Sella massif (Sellaronda), the Passo Stelvio and the Passo Fedaia (Marmolada). As usual, the field rides the greater part of the individual stages together and at a controlled speed. However, each section also includes a short mountain time trial, which is essential for determining the overall winner. “Every day we will set off from Fiera Bolzano, the logistical centre of the event, towards the South Tyrolean and Trentino mountains. This year’s stages are full of charm and offer participants the opportunity to admire unique landscapes while climbing the wonderful classic Dolomite passes and immortalise their experiences with beautiful photos. Many of these climbs have been locations for the Giro d’Italia in recent years,” Ravanelli added: “We hope that we can again welcome many participants. Our team is highly motivated and passionately engaged in ensuring that the 6th Giro delle Dolomiti will be an unforgettable experience for all cyclists who participate in our event in the last week of July.” An event in which the cyclists cover a whopping 503.5 kilometres and an altitude differential of 11,509 metres.

Free insurance coverage at the Giro 2023

ITAS Mutua is partner of the Giro delle Dolomiti to spread the culture of sport and safety, especially among the youngest. Thanks to the collaboration with ITAS Mutua, fun is guaranteed: all athletes will be able to take advantage of free insurance coverage offered by the ITAS Bolzano1 agency. It will also be possible to extend one’s insurance cover thanks to the new ITAS Active multi-risk policy, dedicated to those who want to practice sport in total safety. You can purchase this policy at the Bolzano Fair, the starting point of the Giro delle Dolomiti, or on the website in www.itasactive.it. It’s easy, fast and inexpensive: just a click is all it takes to protect yourself against all types of liability and accident. Remember, your race is already covered by insurance, Itas Active can be purchased separately as additional protection.

The Giro delle Dolomiti got the Patronage by Fondazione Dolomiti UNESCO.

The evaluation criteria have recognized that the Giro delle Dolomiti strongly involved the entire dolomites territory, which was assigned to World Heritage List of UNESCO in 2009. Not only does it runs up and down the Dolomites but it also contributes to the protection and promotion of a sustainable tourism in every single stages involved by Giro delle Dolomiti. The event is also recognized by the Autonomous Province of Bolzano as a Green Event: plastic products are barely used; local companies give their contributions for the starting package and trophies. Furthermore e-vehicles are engaged in order to diminish the Co2 production and any type of acoustic pollution is also avoided in order to preserve dolomites flora and fauna. Participants from all around the world are aware of Giro delle Dolomiti goals: through social media communications, newsletters and website they are engaged and can give their tips for improving any single aspect.

Giro delle Dolomiti 2022: Gschnitzer and Meyer take overall victory

The overall winners of the 45th Giro delle Dolomiti are Thomas Gschnitzer (Sterzing, ITA) and Janine Meyer (Cologne, GER). For the South Tyrolean local hero, a second place on Friday was enough to defend his top position in the classification against the Colombian Antonio Donado. Meyer, on the other hand, also won the fifth stage, which is why the 43-year-old remained unbeaten in this year’s Tour. The Giro delle Dolomiti will conclude on Saturday with a team crono in Trento, the results of which, however, will no longer be included in the individual classification. Link results 2022 (Ph.Credits_hkMedia)

We are celebrating the 45th anniversary of our Giro delle Dolomiti!

You are kindly invited to participate in our celebrations of this iconic cycling event. We are happy to welcome you for a musical “Aperitivo lungo” on Wednesday July 27, at 6:30pm, on the premises of Messner Mountain Museum Firmian, in Sigmundskron Castle near Bolzano. (via Castel Firmiano, 53). You will also have the opportunity to visit the famed Messner Mountain Museum. We are looking forward to welcome you at our event. Cost 15.-€ including drink, finger food, music by The Independend Band and the museum tour. Online booking > HERE

Credits: Foto Tappeiner / Ravanelli

Medals and plaques provided by LAAS MARBLE for all winners

Medals and marble plaques provided by Laas marble will be awarded this year to the overall winners and the winners of the Team Corporate classification. Since the Giro delle Dolomiti stops in Lasa (Vinschgau/Venosta) this year on the occasion of its 2nd stage, they thought it more than appropriate at Lasa Marble to present a very special prize to the best cyclists of the Giro delle Dolomiti. Whoever wins in Laas does not win a precious metal, but the most precious marble in the world, our internationally renowned Laas marble. For the trophies, we deliberately chose not to use pure white marble, because the laser engraving of the graphics by Luca Gransinigh is much more effective on our slightly grey clouded marble. Since sustainability is also held high at the Giro, the medals were cut from the drill cores for the test drilling in the quarry, i.e. from a material that is otherwise not recycled and which in this way finds a nice, sustainable use. Thanks a lot!

SOUTH TYROL is featuring the unique beauty of the Dolomites

The Dolomites are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this is an eye-catching landscape steeped in legend and shaped by the contrast between Alpine-peak formations and Mediterranean wine country. South Tyrolean specialities like apples, wine and smoked ham are produced here. These especially high-quality products result from the mild climate, with over 300 days of sunshine per year, and from the farmers, with years of experience at their disposal. This is the most coveted place to live in all of Europe where, in addition to traditional ties, a sense of innovation and design is palpable. After all, the people of South Tyrol and their culture make the difference. It is the meeting place of the Italian, German and Ladin languages. It is a mixture of southern ease and rural sense of tradition. The influences of true South Tyrolean personalities and luminaries have combined to mould this province. Bolzano is the main town and starting point of the Giro delle Dolomiti.