Grand Tour 3 Cime di Lavaredo
Key facts
- Date:
- 20 jun 2026
- Type:
- One-day (XC / race)
- Auronzo di Cadore · Dolomitas, Véneto · Italy
- Distances:
- 105/133 km
- Elevation:
- 3.170 m
- Series:
- UCI Gravel World Series
About
One of the most demanding events in the UCI Gravel World Series calendar, held in the heart of the Dolomites above Auronzo di Cadore. The Three Peaks of Lavaredo, a UNESCO World Heritage site, set the backdrop for a race featuring 3,170 metres of climbing across distances of 105 and 133 km. High-altitude dirt tracks, technical limestone sections and relentless mountain terrain define the experience. Organised by the team behind the 2023 UCI Gravel World Championships, success here demands altitude-specific endurance and the ability to recover between climbs. The specificity phase of Push Training 360 includes mountain blocks designed by the coach to build both the physiological adaptations and the mental resilience required to execute a sound race strategy across every brutal metre of the Dolomites.
Frequently asked questions
When does the Grand Tour 3 Cime di Lavaredo 2026 take place?
The Grand Tour 3 Cime di Lavaredo 2026 takes place on 20 June 2026 in Auronzo di Cadore, in the Dolomites (Veneto).
What distances and elevation gain does the Grand Tour 3 Cime di Lavaredo have?
The race offers routes of 105 km and 133 km, with 3,170 m of elevation gain in a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Which race series does this event belong to?
The Grand Tour 3 Cime di Lavaredo is part of the UCI Gravel World Series and is organized by the team behind the UCI World Championship 2023.
Where is the start?
The start is in Auronzo di Cadore, in the Italian Dolomites, in the Veneto region.
How to prepare for the Grand Tour 3 Cime di Lavaredo with PUSH TRAINING 360?
Over 12 weeks with weekly reviews, the PUSH TRAINING 360 plan covers 4 phases: aerobic base (long endurance rides with progressive climbing), threshold building (uphill intervals to handle the 3,170 m total elevation), specificity load (3-4 hour blocks simulating the Dolomites profile), and tapering (load reduction in the final 10 days). Nutrition covers 3 phases: pre-race glycogen loading, systematic fuelling every 30-40 minutes during the race, and post-finish recovery with protein and carbohydrates. Race strategy prioritises effort management on key climbs to avoid arriving empty at the final sections.
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