Bike-hop from rifugio to rifugio on an e-bike tour through Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Park. Pedal-assist power obliterates the challenging climbs while you soak up the legendary Dolomite views and fresh mountain air. Choose your own pace and make pitstops at mountain huts with unbelievable locations and delicious traditional food. Ready to Ride?
Highlights
- Explore Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Park, famous for its beauty, legends, & trails
- Ride a modern e-bike with adjustable pedal-assist that helps you tackle steep climbs
- Visit Dolomite rifugios with stunning views & authentic mountain cuisine
- Flexible route adjusted by your guide based on weather, fitness, & preferences
- Full-day guided tour starting from Cortina d'Ampezzo
Itinerary
The Dolomites are a cyclist's dream. Steep mountain roads and challenging climbs might seem intimidating, but with an e-bike, you get the boost you need when it matters most. This hut to hut E-Bike tour takes you to some of the Dolomites' most celebrated rifugios perched in stunning locations. You'll ride through Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Park, an area steeped in legends and surrounded by incredible peaks.Your morning begins in Cortina d'Ampezzo, where you'll meet your local guide and get fitted with your e-bike and helmet. From there, you’ll head into Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Park, famous for its beauty and mythical stories.
The route connects multiple mountain huts where you’ll stop for traditional alpine meals featuring local Speck, alpine cheeses, polenta, and homemade strudel. Choose your own adventure! You can stop for a leisurely multi-course lunch at one rifugio, or grab quick snacks at several spots along the way. Your guide monitors weather conditions, trail conditions, and group dynamics throughout the day, adjusting the route as needed to ensure the best experience for everyone's fitness and skill level. This flexibility means you'll always ride at a pace that works for you while still seeing the highlights!
In the afternoon, you’ll return to Cortina with maxed-out legs and a camera full of Dolomite pics. Ready to ride from hut to hut? Contact us to book your spot and discover why e-biking is the ultimate way to explore the Dolomites!
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Day 1
Dolomites E-Bike Hut to Hut Day Trip
Meet your local e-bike guide in Cortina d'Ampezzo for bike and helmet fitting. Set off into Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Park, renowned for ancient legends and pristine peaks. Ride trails connecting multiple celebrated rifugios, each offering stunning mountain views and authentic alpine cuisine. Choose to stop for a leisurely lunch at one rifugio featuring tasty favorites like traditional Speck, alpine cheeses, polenta, and homemade strudel, or grab quick snacks at several locations throughout the day. Or take a picnic! The choice is yours. Your guide adjusts the route based on weather conditions, trail status, and group fitness level to ensure optimal experience. Return to Cortina in the afternoon.
(5,5 hours-12–15 km/ 7.46–9.32 miles/ ascent 600-800m/descent 600-800m)
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Mountain Bike - Moderate to ChallengingDemanding full-day rides (6–8h, 30–60 km / 20–35 miles, 1,500–3,500m / 5,000–11,500' gain). Mixed terrain including rugged single tracks, gravel, and steep sections. Physically intense but highly rewar
Necessary Equipment – Provided by Dolomite360 on request
- Bike helmet (rental available)
- Bicycle water bottles or backpack hydration system
- The equipment above listed may be included or available for an additional fee based on your selected itinerary. Please refer to the "What's included" section for more details.
Necessary Equipment – Not Provided
Cycling Apparel
- Padded cycling shorts
- Cycling tights or leg warmers
- Short and long-sleeve jerseys with rear pockets (consider changing before the descent)
- Cycling gloves
- Cycling rain jacket
- Cycling shoes with cleats or stiff-soled option for non-clip-less pedals
Clothing
- Short and long-sleeved synthetic or cotton T-shirts
- Regular underwear (synthetics recommended)
- Medium-weight synthetic jacket
- Shorts and full-length pants (quick-drying synthetic fabric)
- Baseball cap or wide-brimmed sun hat
- Bandanna
- Lightweight Gore-Tex or equivalent rain/wind jacket and pants (optional)
- Warm hat
- Athletic socks (synthetic for easy washing and drying)
- Comfortable walking shoes
Gear
- Lightweight sheet sleeping bag/silk liner (required for rifugio dormitory accommodation)
Accessories
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) and lip balm
- Personal first-aid kit
- Toiletry kit
- Small amount of laundry detergent for handwashing
- Ziploc bags for organization
Recommended Equipment
- Gloves (optional)
- Headlamp with spare batteries
- Spare prescription glasses or contact lenses
- Camera with extra batteries or charger
- Swimsuit (some hotels have pools, saunas, and steam facilities)
- Casual clothes for evenings
- Tevas or crocs to wear at the rifugios
- Umbrella
- Reading and writing material
- Swiss Army-type pocket knife (pack in checked luggage)
- Anti-chafe salve (e.g., Bodyglide®)
- Powdered mixes like Gatorade for water bottles
What You Need to Know
Layering for Mountain Weather: Summer temperatures can hit 80°F / 25°C in the valleys but drop to 60°F / 15°C on summits during the day and as low as 30°F / 0°C in the evening. For every 1,000 feet climbed, the temperature drops by 3.6°F (6.5°C per 1,000 meters). Layer up with synthetic fabrics like polypropylene or wool—they wick moisture, dry fast, and provide effective insulation with a lightweight feel. On hot days, cotton is fine for off-bike wear, but always have layers for changing weather. Mountain weather can be unpredictable, and swift temperature drops during sudden storms can be potentially dangerous if unprepared. Always pack rain gear.
Cycling Apparel Tips: Wear comfortable cycling clothes suitable for all-day wear, providing protection from cold and possibly wet weather. Use your judgment on quantities based on expected weather and luggage restrictions.
Saddle Time: Being on a bike all day is a wonderful experience, but if you aren't used to it, you may get sore! Spend as much time on your bike as you can before the trip, and you'll enjoy it more.
Rifugio Overnights: Many rifugios offer drying facilities, so you can wash and dry clothes overnight for a lighter pack the next day. A silk sleeping bag liner is required for shared dormitory rooms.
Luggage: Pack light and limit luggage to one piece per person for transfer van space. Inform us in advance if traveling with more than 1 suitcase per person. Choose duffel bags for better manageability.
Bicycles
Bicycles are available for all cycling trips, either included in the trip cost or for an extra rental fee. Specify your preferences (bike size, pedals, mountain bike suspension) on your Participant Information Form for a prepared bike upon arrival. If you bring your own bike, airlines typically require it to be boxed as baggage, with varying rules and fees. Check with your airline directly. We advise boxing your bike before reaching the airport and bringing the necessary tools for reassembly.
Safety and Security
Your guide will carry a comprehensive bicycle repair kit. Repair sprays are not recommended.
Bicycles will be stored inside in bicycle rooms at night at each of our hotels and in a storage room at our rifugios, so there is no need for a lock or rain cover.
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