What's the Italian equivalent of Bourg D'Oisans/St-Jean DM?
barrybridges
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As the question says, really!
I've done quite a few cycling trips in France over the past few years, taking in a few sportives like the Marmotte along the way.
This year, my mates and I would like to consider Italy as a destination.
We'd like to base ourselves in one place, from which we can venture out to multiple climbs and routes.
So, as the question says, what good locations exist in Italy that might provide a good accessible 'base', a bit like Bourg D'Oisans or St-Jean Du Maurienne in France?
In other words, several different climbs all within easy access from one place, ideally with that 'place' having something to do (supermarkets, accommodation etc)?
I've done quite a few cycling trips in France over the past few years, taking in a few sportives like the Marmotte along the way.
This year, my mates and I would like to consider Italy as a destination.
We'd like to base ourselves in one place, from which we can venture out to multiple climbs and routes.
So, as the question says, what good locations exist in Italy that might provide a good accessible 'base', a bit like Bourg D'Oisans or St-Jean Du Maurienne in France?
In other words, several different climbs all within easy access from one place, ideally with that 'place' having something to do (supermarkets, accommodation etc)?
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Sure there are probably others in that area as well. You're in the heart of the Dolomites so rides aplenty.
Stayed in Tirano for the Granfondo Giordana a few years back, and it is decent, with the Gavia, Mortirolo, Santa Cristina and the Stelvio all within riding distance.
Good location for a lot of famous climbs.
Beat me too it was just going to say the same
If you are searching for a little more variety that includes mountains, but not only arduous climbs and madcap descents, then have a look at the potential of Monte Grappa, Altopiano di Asiago and the hills of Asolo and Valdobbiadine. These are the pre-Alp dolomites and foothills from where you can do a big ride into the Dolomites proper, or drive to Alleghe in 1 hour. Near Mt Grappa is where I live and ride and I see many B&B's around that are nice and cheap, plenty of hotels too but I don't know the prices. A really beautiful lively local town to stay in is Bassano Del Grappa. If you prefer antique and tranquil you might look at Asolo.
Beautiful roads, climbs and descents.
hopefully they'll say hotel funivia, as that's where i'm going in june :-)