www.marcialonga.it MARCIALONGA: a name with a (hi)story Marcialonga was born in 1971, when four friends decided to Thanks to the international experience of the Organising take part in the famous Swedish cross-country competition Committee, in 2003 Marcialonga Running was born. The race “Vasaloppet”. Upon returning to Italy, to their valleys in the region was immediately recognised in the Italian national marathon of Trentino, they wanted to start up a similar competition, in a calendar. In 2014 there were over 1.600 participants. special environment full of significance and emotions which Marcialonga does not stop here though! In 2007 the only snow and mountains can transmit. Ever since, Marcialonga has Marcialonga Cycling Craft starts for the first time, an event refined more and more organization and professionalism, that in 2014 at its 8th edition reached over 2.200 cyclists. This balancing tradition and the spectacular as well as the presence of race can definitely gain recognition as one of the “Classic” professional skiers and cross-country lovers, accumulating over races in the Italian Granfondo circuit. 210.000 participants, from 40 different nations. Participants can combine their results of all three events and qualify for the Combined event Punto3 Craft. Either individuals or teams can take part to this special ranking. MARCIALONGA: we are here 14.06.2015 / 80-135 km Play your role Val di Fiemme and Val di Fassa are two valleys located in north Italy, eastern Trentino, right in the heart of the Dolomites. How to reach us: By car: Highway A22: exits Trento, Ora, Bolzano; By Train: stations of Trento, Ora or Bolzano from Verona and Munich. From the train stations pubblic bus to Fiemme and Fassa Valleys for Cavalese, Moena, Canazei; By Air: nearest Airports: Bolzano, Verona - Villafranca (Italy), Innsbruck (Austria). GPS: 46°19’44’’ N 11°36’6’’ E Val di Fiemme Val di Fassa MARCIALONGA CYCLING CRAFT: 9th edition 14.06.2015 / 80-135 km Play your role The race starts and finishes in Predazzo main square. The course runs through Val di Fiemme and - passing through the old town of Cavalese – gets into the green landscapes of South Tyrol. Then comes back to Trentino, crossing the Lavazè Pass and the Dolomites of Latemar. The course leads then to Val di Fassa going through the village of Moena – known as the Fairy of the Dolomites – climbing up to the San Pellegrino Pass. Across the province of Belluno, towards the Valles Pass, you get back to Predazzo inside the Paneveggio Natural Park with the beautiful Pale di San Martino in the background. THE COURSE: feel adrenaline running through your veins 14.06.2015 / 80-135 km Play your role GRANFONDO 135 KM 2.038 m. Height top 755 m. Min Height 3.279 m. Elevation gain 19,2% Max gradient MEDIOFONDO 80 KM 1.828 m. Height top 755 m. Min Height 1.894 Elevation gain 18,2% Max gradient NON-COMPETITIVE 80 KM THE LANDSCAPE: look around and let the marvel seduce your soul 14.06.2015 / 80-135 km Play your role Pietro Lavazè Monte San Monte Passo Valles Aldino Passo Passo San Pellegrino San Passo THE PROGRAM: 2 days of sport, 2 days of fun 14.06.2015 / 80-135 km Play your role PREDAZZO, 13 - 14 June 2015 Marcialonga Cycling Craft is not only a competition but also entertainment and fun for everyone: children's Minicycling, Expo Area, Nutella party, live music and a special welcome drink. Saturday, June 13th Expo Area: bike companies, local crafts and gastronomy; MiniCycling: the MTB race for children aged 3 to 16, along the typical courts of the historical centre of Predazzo; Welcome drink with live music. Sunday, June 14th 9th Marcialonga Cycling Craft – the race; Expo Area: bike companies, local crafts and gastronomy; Nutella Party and games for kids of all ages; Pasta Party; Prize-giving ceremony. QUALITY GUARANTEE: natural as breathing 14.06.2015 / 80-135 km Play your role A GOOD ORGANISATION The international experience of the Organising Committee Marcialonga assures a high level sport competition. AT YOUR SERVICE: We can provide assistance, info and contacts regarding: Race registration; Bike Hotels prepared to satisfy the special needs of their bike guests; Bike guides; Bike rent; Bus Shuttle; Maps & tracks; Guided visits. HOSPITALITY & TRADITIONS : Fiemme and Fassa valleys mean high quality hospitality. Here all cyclists can find kindness, typical gastronomy, forefront wellness centres, a lot of sport and relaxing activities in nature that make these valleys the ideal destinations for an unforgettable holiday. CONTACT US : ORGANISATION: TOURISM OFFICE: APT Val di FIEMME APT Val di FASSA Loc. Stalimen, 4 - 38037 Predazzo TN - Italy www.visitfiemme.it www.fassa.com www.marcialonga.it [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Tel: +39 0462.501110 Fax:+39 0462.501120 Tel: +39 0462.341419 Tel: +39 0462.609666.