Eighth edition of the Top Dolomites Outdoor Festival – Gran Fondo Pinzolo - North Lake Garda, the highly anticipated event dedicated to road cycling and outdoor sports enthusiasts, linking the spectacular Brenta Dolomites to the shores of Lake Garda. Starting and finishing in Pinzolo, the race offers a scenic and challenging route through alpine passes, Trentino villages and breathtaking landscapes. The event is organized by ASD Top Dolomites in collaboration with Madonna di Campiglio Tourist Board, with the aim of promoting the territory through sport, nature and passion.
CYCLING
GRAN FONDO
Two routes, 111 km and 77 km, both starting and finishing in Pinzolo. Take part in one of the most beautiful and exciting races in the Alps.
111 km (2,780 m elevation gain). The Gran Fondo begins with the climb of Passo Daone. From Ponte Arche the route rises to Fiavè towards Lake Tenno, then descends to Riva del Garda and Arco, before climbing again to Passo Ballino. Back in Fiavè, riders tackle Passo Durone before returning to Pinzolo.
MEDIO FONDO
77 km (1,930 m elevation gain). The Medio Fondo descends to Spiazzo before climbing Passo Daone. From Ponte Arche it continues to Fiavè and then over Passo Durone towards Madonna di Campiglio, passing through Stenico, Massimeno and back to Pinzolo.
TRAIL
A spectacular trail event featuring four routes set in the heart of the Brenta Dolomites. A unique adventure to experience alone or with friends, as part of the largest Outdoor Festival in the Brenta Dolomites.
ULTRA 3TRE – NEW
61 km – 3,050 m elevation gain. The new Ultra 3Tre crosses the heart of the Brenta Dolomites, combining breathtaking scenery with technical sections. The first 33 km follow the 50 km Ultra Trail course from Pinzolo to Fortini (1,700 m).
The highlight is the ascent of the legendary 3Tre ski slope, tackled in reverse: 600 meters of elevation gain with gradients reaching 28%, a short but extremely intense climb. From the summit, the route skirts Lake Ritorto before descending to Malga Ritorto and rejoining the 50 km course. The final 10 km lead back to the finish in Pinzolo, welcomed by the cheering crowd.
ULTRA
50 km – 2,560 m elevation gain. The Ultra route explores some of the most scenic corners of the Brenta Dolomites. Starting in Pinzolo, runners enter the forest and tackle the first major climb to Malga Bandalors (7 km, 800 m D+).
The course continues through woodland and panoramic trails towards Malga Movlina and Lake Valagola, then climbs to Brenta Alta and Rifugio Casinei. After the Vallesinella waterfalls comes one of the toughest ascents, the Graffer, reaching 2,250 meters, the highest point of the course.
Technical descents and single tracks lead to Fortini above Madonna di Campiglio, followed by the final climb to Circina and a steady descent back to the finish in Pinzolo.
MEDIO
22 km – 1,310 m elevation gain. The Medio route follows part of the Ultra course, offering an immediate immersion in the Brenta Dolomites. From Pinzolo, runners climb towards Valagola and Malga Bandalors (7 km, 800 m D+) through forests and panoramic trails.
The route reaches 1,830 meters near Malga Movlina before descending towards Lake Valagola. A final climb to Circina precedes the steady downhill run to the finish line in Piazza Pinzolo.
BRENTA BIKE EXPERIENCE
A spectacular tour around the UNESCO-listed Brenta Dolomites. Starting and finishing in Pinzolo, the route passes through Stenico and Molveno, climbs to Andalo and continues towards Cles. The final ascent in Val di Sole, from Dimaro to Madonna di Campiglio, is followed by a long descent back to Pinzolo.
