Selva Val Gardena - Italy / 12 June 2027
HERO Südtirol Dolomites
Date
12 June 2027
Location
Selva Val Gardena - Italy
Distance
60 | 86 km
Elevation
3,200 | 4,500 HM
Dolomites
Home of HEROes
In 2027, the HERO Südtirol Dolomites returns as the most spectacular mountain bike marathon in the world. Once again, the race will also host the round #3 of the HERO UCI Cross-Country Marathon World Cup, where aspiring UCI World Cup champions will take on the legendary courses around the majestic Sella massif:
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Men: 86 km with 4,500 m of elevation gain
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Women: 60 km with 3,200 m of elevation gain
Riders will face relentless climbs, technical descents, and ever-changing terrain across the four Ladin valleys of the Sellaronda and the Seiser Alm. A true test of strength and spirit, the HERO pushes both amateurs and professionals to their limits – demanding endurance, determination, and the heart of a real HERO.
Location
SELVA VAL GARDENA, DOLOMITES, ITALY
The HERO Südtirol Dolomites takes place in Selva Val Gardena (1,564 m), in South Tyrol, Italy’s northernmost province. The Val Gardena valley is an internationally renowned ski, bike and trekking area surrounded by the spectacular Dolomites rock towers, a UNESCO World Heritage since 2009. The famous alpinist Reinhold Messner once said: “The Dolomites are not the highest mountains in the world, but definitely the most beautiful ones."
TEMPERATURES
In mid-June, Selva Val Gardena enjoys mild to warm summer temperatures, typically between 18°C and 25°C in the valley, while higher-altitude trails can be cooler, ranging from 10°C to 18°C—perfect for challenging and refreshing mountain bike rides.
Race Routes
86 KM | 4,500 HM 60 KM | 3,200 HM
The 2027 edition will again feature the two classic UCI Tracks of 86 and 60 kilometres with, respectively, 4,500 and 3,200 metres of elevation gain, stretching across the magnificence of the Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage.
Insight
Programme
FROM JUNE 10 TO 13, 2027
THURSDAY 10 JUNE 2027
| 10.00 am - 07.00 pm | HERO/ZERO Village | Selva Val Gardena |
| 02.00 - 06.00 pm | Südtirol-Sustainability Lounge | ZERO Village, Selva Val Gardena |
| 03.00 - 08.00 pm | Race Number Collection | Selva Val Gardena, Pranives Ice Stadium, Str. Nives 17 |
| 09.00 - 10.00 pm | HERO Charity Night presented by Generali Cattolica | Selva Val Gardena, Municipality Square |
FRIDAY 11 JUNE 2027
| 10.00 am - 07.00 pm | HERO/ZERO Village | Selva Val Gardena |
| 10.00 am - 08.00 pm | Race Numbers Collection | Selva Val Gardena, Pranives Ice Stadium, Str. Nives 17 |
| 10.00 am - 06.00 pm | Südtirol-Sustainability Lounge | ZERO Village, Selva Val Gardena |
| 03.00 - 04.30 pm | HERO Kids 2026 & HERO Kids Party | ZERO Village, Medal Plaza |
| 04.00 - 04.40 pm | HERO Press Meeting | Selva Val Gardena, „Tublà da Nives” |
| 04.45 - 05.45 pm | Team Manager Meeting | Cesa de Cultura "Oswald von Wolkenstein" |
SATURDAY 12 JUNE 2027
| 07.10 am – 08.55 am | START 2027 HERO Südtirol Dolomites - HERO UCI Marathon World Cup round #3 | Selva Val Gardena |
| 10.00 am - 06.00 pm | Südtirol-Sustainability Lounge | ZERO Village, Selva Val Gardena |
| 10.00 am - 07.00 pm | HERO/ZERO Village | Selva Val Gardena |
| 10.45 am | ARRIVAL 60 km | Selva Val Gardena, Nives Square |
| 11.30 am | Air Show: 1° Reggimento Paracadutisti Tuscania | Selva Val Gardena, Nives Square |
| 11.45 pm | ARRIVAL 86 km | Selva Val Gardena, Nives Square |
| 12.15 pm | Official HWC Flower Ceremony | Selva Val Gardena, Nives Square |
| 12.30 pm - 07.00 pm | HERO Pasta Party | Selva Val Gardena, Municipality Square |
| 09.00 - 10.00 pm | The Great Finale! - Official HWC Award Ceremony | Selva Val Gardena, Municipality Square |
SUNDAY 13 JUNE 2027
| 09.30 am - 04.00 pm | HEROE Gourmet | Selva Val Gardena |
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