This is what most people who have been in the presence of these gigantic rock formations say. Compared to other mountains: brighter, more colorful, more monumental, and seeming to be architecturally inspired. Formed 200 millions years ago out of the primeval ocean, today they reach 3,000 metres into the sky. Déodat de Dolomieu (1750-1801) discovered and defined the unique composition of the stone, giving the mountains their name. Now they are among the UNESCO nominees for consideration as natural heritage sites.
28/05/2010
Cycling routes to please everybody!
In the Dolomites the cycling possibilities are manifold and quite suited to all needs and for every technical level. Cortina Bike is variety. Besides the mountain bike routes for daring sportsmen, for bikers who are looking for the opportunity to put themselves to the test, you can find the Dolomite Cycle Path: a long hiking and cycling trail route which follows the itinerary of the former railway track, known to the enthusiasts as "Ferrovia", which nowadays has been paved, improved and fitted with illuminated tunnel-tracts
This easy route with sooth ups and downs, immersed in an amazing landscape, is adequate for inexperienced bikers who want to make a relaxing excursion close to nature or for families with small children.
