Alpe di Siusi, Sciliar-Catinaccio Natural Park
Elevation gain about 1200 meters for 28 kms in length
We meet in Bolzano at 8:30 am at the bus station ready to catch the bus that takes us to Val Gardena in about 45 minutes. Once we have rented our e-bikes, we set off riding effortlessly to reach the Alpe di Siusi in a short time via undemanding back roads. Once we arrive at the alp, in addition to enjoying the whole spectacle of one of the most famous plateaus in the world, we have plenty of time to take photos and have a "Dolomites view" lunch.
After lunch we return toward Val Gardena on trails that are a bit more technical in places and move to the other side of the valley where, thanks to a comfortable climb, we reach our "rifugio" ready to welcome us with an aperitif and a good dinner.
Bolzano can be easily reached by Trenitalia (High Speed Trains). For those coming by car, you can leave it free of charge for two days in a parking lot a 20-minute walk from the meeting place. For those arriving the night before, it is possible to stay overnight at Bolzano's cozy hostel within walking distance of the station or at one of several hotels downtown.