HERO Südtirol Dolomites

Dolomites

Home of HEROes

In 2026, the HERO Südtirol Dolomites returns as the most spectacular mountain bike marathon in the world. Once again, the race will also host the round #4 of the HERO UCI Cross-Country Marathon World Cup, where aspiring World Cup champions will take on the legendary courses around the majestic Sella massif:

Men: 86 km with 4,500 m of elevation gain
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.

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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.

EXPERIENCE THE DOLOMITES

	DISTANCE	ELEVATION	TRACK PDF	3D VIDEO	Details
86 km	86 km	4,500 HM
60 km	60 km	3,200 HM

To classify for the World Cup Standing List, cyclists will have to compete and finish the HERO Dolomites’ long course for men and short course for women:
Men course: 86 KM | 4,500 HM
Women course: 60 KM | 3,200 HM

GPX - 86 km

GPX - 60 km

Insight

THE ROUTES ON 3D MAP

IDEAL TYRE SETUP

1 THURSDAY 11 JUNE 2026

THURSDAY 11 JUNE 2026


10.00 am - 08.00 pm	HERO/ZERO Village	Selva Val Gardena
03.00 - 08.00 pm	Collection of Race Numbers	Selva Val Gardena, Pranives Ice Stadium, Str. Nives 17
02.00 - 06.00 pm	Sustainability Lounge	ZERO Village, Selva Val Gardena
09.00 - 10.30 pm	HERO Charity Night	Selva Val Gardena, Municipality Square

2 FRIDAY 12 JUNE 2026

FRIDAY 12 JUNE 2026


10.00 am - 08.00 pm	HERO/ZERO Village	Selva Val Gardena
10.00 am - 08.00 pm	Collection of Race Numbers	Selva Val Gardena, Pranives Ice Stadium, Str. Nives 17
10.00 am - 06.00 pm	Sustainability Lounge	ZERO Village, Selva Val Gardena
05.00 - 06.00 pm	HWC Press Meeting with the top Elite Athletes	Selva Val Gardena, „Tublà da Nives”

3 SATURDAY 13 JUNE 2026

SATURDAY 13 JUNE 2026


07.10 am – 08.50 am	START 2026 HERO Südtirol Dolomites	Selva Val Gardena
10.00 am - 06.00 pm	Sustainability Lounge	ZERO Village, Selva Val Gardena
10.00 am - 08.00 pm	HERO/ZERO Village	Selva Val Gardena
11.00 am	ARRIVAL 60 km	Selva Val Gardena, Nives Square
12.00 pm	ARRIVAL 86 km	Selva Val Gardena, Nives Square
12.15 pm	Official Flower Ceremony	Selva Val Gardena, Nives Square
12.30 - 07.30 pm	HERO Pasta Party	Selva Val Gardena, Municipality Square
09.00 - 10.00 pm	HERO Great Finale!	Selva Val Gardena, Municipality Square
10.00 pm - 01.00 am	HERO Race Party	Selva Val Gardena, Municipality Square

4 SUNDAY 14 JUNE 2026

SUNDAY 14 JUNE 2026


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Program details

HERO & ZERO VILLAGE

STANDS OF ALL THE EVENT PARTNERS

In June 2026, the HERO/ZERO VILLAGE will be crowded with stands of all the event partners. It is a space dedicated to the mountain bike and its ongoing evolution. Here you have the chance to test all the new products and accessories of the bike world.

€ 25.000 jackpot

2026 HERO Südtirol Dolomites: PRIZE MONEY

Cash prizes will be granted to licensed participants who achieve rankings in the positions listed in their respective overall standings. The first three positions in all other categories, including the HOBBY category, will be rewarded with prizes in kind.
All cash prizes are subject to tax withholdings. As per Law 91/1981 (Article 3, Paragraph 2, Letter a) and DPR 600/1973, the withholding tax for Italian residents is 20%, while for non-residents, it is 30%.

THE HERO WELCOME PACK

Everyone who will take part in the 2026 HERO Südtirol Dolomites will get the iconic Welcome Pack. Stay tuned to discover what this edition's pack will include.