Grand Tour 3 Cime Lavaredo

Date
Saturday 20.06.2026
Distances
133 km
City
Auronzo di Cadore
Country
Italy
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Grand Tour 3 Cime Lavaredo is a unique gravel event in the Dolomites, organized by the team running the 2023 UCI Gravel World Championships in Pieve di Soligo where Matej Mohoric and Kasia Niewiadoma grabbed the titles.  The event takes place in the region known for its iconic battles in the Giro d’Italia.

Course

The course of the new Grand Tour 3 Cime Lavaredo gravel is challenging with its 3200m of elevation and 133km.  The race starts and finishes in the ski-village of Auronzo di Cadore at an elevation of 831m above sea level.  After the start, the race quickly enters a long climb with a first peak after 10km in Danta di Cadore (elevation 1441m) before entering a long descent.  A second climb starts just after the 30km mark to reach the Klammbach peak after 40km at an elevation of 1929m.  This peak is the highest point on course.  After the descent, the middle section of the course is flatter with a smaller climb around the 80km mark.  A last challenge follows with the Passo Tre Crocci (elevation 1795m).  Riders reach the summit after 100km.  The last part back to Auronzo di Cadore is all in downhill.

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Profile

With its 3170m of elevation over 133km, the Grand Tour 3 Cime Lavaredo is for pure climbers who love a challenge.  The following climbs are located on course

  • Danta di Cadora : Cat 1 – 1441m – peak after 10km
  • Klammbach : Cat 1 – 1929m – peak after 40km
  • Haunold : Cat 2 – 1362 – peak after 57km
  • Cimabanche : Cat 3 – 1526m – peak after 80km
  • Passo Tre Croci : Cat 1 – 1795m – Peak after 100km

AURONZO DI CADORE - 3 CIME LAVAREDO

Tre Cime di Lavaredo – The Icon of the Dolomites

  • Location: Northeastern Italy, in the Sexten Dolomites, straddling Veneto and South Tyrol.
  • UNESCO World Heritage Site: These three majestic limestone peaks – Cima Grande (2,999 m), Cima Ovest (2,973 m), and Cima Piccola (2,857 m) – are among the most recognisable symbols of the Alps.
  • Why Visit:
    • Breathtaking alpine scenery with panoramic views of the Dolomites.
    • Accessible hiking routes suitable for most visitors.
    • Rich history, including World War I trenches on nearby Monte Piana.

The Classic Tre Cime Loop

  • Starting Point: Rifugio Auronzo (reachable via toll road from Misurina).
  • Distance: ~10 km circular trail.
  • Duration: 3–5 hours.
  • Difficulty: Moderate; well-marked paths with some rocky sections.
  • Highlights:
    • Rifugio Lavaredo and Rifugio Locatelli for rest and views.
    • Forcella Lavaredo viewpoint for the iconic north-face panorama.
    • Detours to alpine lakes and Cadini di Misurina for photography.

 

Auronzo di Cadore – Gateway to the Three Peaks

  • Location: Province of Belluno, Veneto region.
  • Character: A picturesque alpine town on Lake Santa Caterina, surrounded by dramatic Dolomite peaks.
  • Activities Year-Round:
    • Summer: Hiking, cycling, via ferrata, and lake walks.
    • Winter: Skiing at Monte Agudo and Misurina, snowshoeing, sledding, and ice climbing.
  • Cultural Touches: Traditional Cadore cuisine, local crafts, and historic churches like Santa Giustina.

Nearby Natural Gems

  • Lago di Misurina: Known as the “Pearl of the Dolomites,” this lake offers stunning reflections of the surrounding peaks and a healthy microclimate.
  • Lago d’Antorno: A smaller, tranquil lake near Misurina, perfect for photography.
  • Somadida Forest: A vast nature reserve ideal for hiking and wildlife spotting.
  • Monte Piana: Outdoor museum of WWI history with panoramic trails.