Dolomiti Superbike
📍 Dolomites, Italy
mtb
Date
5 July 2025
Distance
60km · 119km
Elevation
3,900 m
Difficulty
gravelmtb
Dahu Trail
Western Alps, Italy · 3 August 2026
Difficulty: 5/5 — Brutal
Covering a brutal 800 km with 28,000 meters of elevation gain, the Dahu Trail is an extreme, unsupported alpine ultra-cycling challenge on highly demanding gravel and mountain bike terrain. This high-altitude expedition loops through the Western Alps, crossing international borders eight times.
Visit official site →- Distances
- 800km
- Elevation
- 28,000 m
- Surface
- gravel, dirt, tarmac
- Typical W/kg
- 3.5–5
Rider fit
Who it's for
Experienced, self-sufficient ultra-endurance cyclists who thrive on massive vertical climbing and rugged, high-altitude mountain environments.
Who will struggle
Riders who lack experience with self-supported multi-day bikepacking, steep off-road climbing, or coping with unpredictable Alpine weather.
Training focus
Develop elite-level aerobic climbing capacity and prepare with extensive back-to-back mountain training blocks to handle extreme, repeated vertical elevation gain.
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FAQs
What is the total distance and elevation gain of the Dahu Trail?+
The route covers approximately 800 km and features an extreme 28,000 meters of total elevation gain.
What type of bicycle is best suited for this event?+
Since the terrain is 70% unpaved and consists of gravel and mountain bike trails, a gravel bike with high tire clearance or a lightweight mountain bike is highly recommended.
Is this a supported race or a stage race?+
No, this is a single-stage, completely unsupported ultra-cycling adventure where riders must manage their own food, shelter, and navigation.
Where does the route start and finish?+
The event starts in Aosta, Italy, and finishes in Saluzzo, Italy.
Which borders does the route cross?+
The course winds through the Western Alps and crosses national borders between Italy, France, and Switzerland a total of eight times.