Mountain bikers, rock climbers, alpine runners and mountaineers alike love the Dolomites for the ever new choice of challenges and the majestic backdrop they provide. This summer’s event schedule for the Alta Pusteria/Hochpustertal region features a sheer endless array of sporting highlights, starting out with the Dolorock Climbing Festival in the Val di Landro, followed by the Cortina-Toblach Run, which leads along a historic railway track. In July, visitors get the chance to take part in the legendary Dolomiti Superbike and the Adventure Outdoor Fest Innichen, an action-packed fun sports platform. The season closes with the Drei Zinnen Alpine Run, one of the most impressive and toughest mountain races in the Alps.
For rock acrobats: The 3rd Dolorock Climbing Festival / Val di Landro
An established event in the scene, the Dolorock Climbing Festival takes place May 27 – 29, 2016 in the Alta Pusteria/Hochpustertal region, a true paradise for any rock climber. This is the place to live their dream and compete against some of the biggest names in the field. www.dolorock.com
For endurance runners: The 17th Cortina-Toblach Run
Runners participating in the Cortina-Toblach Run should mark their calendars for July 5, 2016. The 30-kilometre run follows the historic railway track between Cortina d’Ampezzo and Toblach, crossing rugged landscapes, leading through tunnels and over spectacular bridges. www.cortina-dobbiacorun.it
For bike lovers: Dolomiti Superbike
On July 9, 2016 the Alta Pusteria/Hochpustertal region welcomes the toughest mountain bike race in the Dolomites, the 22nd Dolomiti Superbike – one of the most famous bike marathons worldwide, featuring a 119 kilometre tour through the Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. www.dolomitisuperbike.com
For the adventurous: The Adventure Outdoor Fest / Innichen
The Adventure Outdoor Fest takes place July 20 through 24, 2016 in Innichen featuring fun sports activities such as highline, parkour, rock climbing, mountain biking, running and yoga. Classes, conferences and demonstrations, workshops, film projections in the evening and an exciting kids’ program are also part of the five-day event. www.adventureoutdoorfest.com
For cross-country lovers: The 19th Drei Zinnen Alpine Run
Its incredible mountain backdrop makes the Drei Zinnen Alpine Run one of the most scenic mountain races in the world. At 17.5 kilometres with a vertical drop of 1,350 metres the run is also one of the most challenging races of its kind. On September 17, 2016 the event goes into its 19th edition. www.dreizinnenlauf.com
INFO: Alta Pusteria
