The ideal itinerary for those who love long bike rides: sloping ground, downhill, and some rare uphill stretches. Dolomites’ cycling route connects Val di Fassa with the neighbouring Val di Fiemme, in a scenic 47,5 km-long route.
closed
moderate
Distance 47.5 km
Duration4:05 h
Ascent10 m
Descent688 m
Highest point1,492 m
Lowest point810 m
From Canazei, near the sports centre and the playground, take the forest dirt road "Cercenà". Pedal along the easy and shady track towards "Soreghès" plain and Col Rodella cable car’s station in Campitello. Go on skirting Avisio stream. Flat stretches alternate with short climbs, until you reach the villages of Fontanazzo, Campestrin, and Mazzin. The descent to Pera begins here, with easy ups and downs up to "Fraine". Once left the votive chapel on your left, cross the wooden bridge on your right and proceed on paved road. At the bus stop in "Vac" area (Piaza de Fascia), follow the main road; pass the roundabout in the town centre of Pozza and, in front of Hotel Monzoni, filter back into the cycling route. Go past Camping Rosengarten and continue up to the bridge. Cross it and descend towards the lower part of Val di Fassa. Once again, the track runs along Avisio stream, among fields and woods, but it gives space to magnificent glimpses on the peaks of Latemar and Rosengarten. Cycle carefully along the municipal road that serves the industrial area of Soraga and you’ll reach the playground and the town centre in a few minutes. Take the underpass to cross the street safely and take the uphill stretch that leads to "Palua". Looking back, your gaze falls upon Val di Fassa in all its beauty, framed by the high rocky "crode" (falls) of Rosengarten (Catinaccio), Sassolungo, Pordoi, and Monzoni. Continue the descent to Moena. The cycling route finishes near the Alpine Training Centre. It is necessary to cross the whole village (along the main road or "Prato di Sorte") to reach Moena’s plain: in the winter, this is the start of the legendary Marcialonga. Here, filter back into the cycling and walking route, which goes on to Predazzo and Val di Fiemme.
Author’s recommendation
Prudence and caution is advised within built-up areas, where municipal roads open to traffic are used; it is recommended to follow the signs posted at intersections in order to return to the cycle path when leaving villages.
The section from Canazei to Fontanazzo (Mazzin) is an unpaved track and is recommended only for mountain bikes.
From May to October there is a shuttle service which brings you back from Molina to Canazei (Fassa & Fiemme Bike Express).
There are fountains, picnic areas and playgrounds for children along the whole path.
Plan your tour according to your skills and the weather.
Go slowly, be careful, enjoy the view and the silence.
Adapt your riding to the characteristics and conditions of the ground.
Wear suitable clothes and equipment.
Respect the environment around you.
If you meet pedestrians, warn them of your approach and reduce your speed.
Tips and hints
Tourist Board Val di Fassa
Strèda Roma, 36
38032 Canazei (TN)
Phone +39 0462 609500
info@fassa.com
www.fassa.com
Start
Canazei (Val di Fassa) (1,485 m)
Coordinates:
DD
46.458229, 11.789915
DMS
46°27'29.6"N 11°47'23.7"E
UTM
32T 714235 5148744
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Destination
Molina di Fiemme (Val di Fiemme)
Turn-by-turn directions
This tour let you ride all the Val di Fassa long, in its entire length, along the Marcialonga’s route. The itinerary starts from Canazei, but you can enter the path from any points along the valley.
You can subdivide the itinerary in several legs. During the summer a bike-transport service is active from Molina to Canazei. There are fountains, picnic areas and playgrounds for children along the whole path.
Note
all notes on protected areas
Public transport
Public transport lines Trentino Trasporti - Val di Fassa:
line no. 101 Canazei - Cavalese - Trento
line no. 104 Cavalese - Ora - Trento
line no. 123 Moena - San Pellegrino Pass - Falcade
Public transport lines SAD - Val di Fassa:
line no. 180 Vigo di Fassa - Carezza Pass - Bolzano
line no. 471 Dolomites passes (Sella Pass, Gardena Pass, Campolongo Pass, Pordoi Pass, Fedaia Pass). Service available in summer only
Getting there
Main access points to the valley coming from A22 Modena-Brennero motorway:
exit Ora/Egna, S.S. 48 delle Dolomiti - San Lugano Pass - Val di Fiemme - Val di Fassa (distance 45 km). At the roundabout in Moena (industrial area), proceed towards Canazei
exit Bolzano Nord, S.S. 241 Grande Strada delle Dolomiti - Carezza Pass - Vigo di Fassa (distance 40 km). From Vigo, head north for Canazei, head south for Soraga di Fassa and Moena
Other access points to Val di Fassa:
from A27 motorway (Venezia), exit Belluno/Ponte nelle Alpi, S.S. 203 to Agordo and S.P. 346 to San Pellegrino Pass - Moena (Val di Fassa). At the roundabout in Moena, proceed towards Canazei
from A27 motorway (Venezia), exit Belluno/Ponte nelle Alpi, S.S. 203 to Agordo/Alleghe/Rocca Pietore. S.P. 641 to Fedaia Pass - Canazei
coming from Arabba, S.S. 48 to Pordoi Pass - Canazei
from Val Gardena, S.S. 242 to Sella Pass - Canazei
Parking
This tour let you ride all the Val di Fassa long, in its entire length, along the Marcialonga’s route. The itinerary starts from Canazei, but you can enter the path from any points along the valley.
Coordinates
DD
46.458229, 11.789915
DMS
46°27'29.6"N 11°47'23.7"E
UTM
32T 714235 5148744
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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike
Book recommendation by the author
Cycling and walking route - Azienda per il Turismo della Val di Fassa
Equipment
Wear adequate clothing, footwear and equipment suitable for the length and grade of difficulty of trail to be taken. Always try to be self-sufficient and carry with you the necessary to face possible emergency situations and a first aid kit.
Ideal route for: mountain bike, e-MTB, e-bike and road bike (only in the section between Fontanazzo and Molina di Fiemme).
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