Flowing trails and alpine classics: the Kronplatz biking region
On a mountain biking holiday in the Kronplatz Dolomites region, you’ll experience sweeping alpine views: in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Dolomites, a dense network of alpine trails and gentle rides lies at your feet. From the Kronplatz summit plateau at 2,275 m, flowing lines and unspoilt single tracks lead straight down into the valley; all around, new perspectives open up in quiet side valleys. Lift access, alpine character and plenty of variety – the Kronplatz biking region in South Tyrol offers both action-packed days and relaxed cycling.
What can you expect from a cycling holiday in the Kronplatz Dolomites region?
On a mountain biking holiday in the Kronplatz Dolomites region, you’ll set your sights higher: several cable cars will whisk you up to the expansive summit plateau in no time at all – offering 360° views of the Marmolada, the Three Peaks and the main Alpine ridge. And the two world-class museums: the Messner Mountain Museum Corones and the LUMEN Museum of Mountain Photography. From here, 18 varied trails and 35 alpine MTB routes branch out in all directions. This is what freedom feels like. An ideal starting point is the Dragon Trail (2 km / 178 m elevation gain), which flows smoothly towards Olang. Things get more challenging on the technical Gassl Trail (6 km / 883 m elevation gain), which features bends and small jumps.
The benchmark remains the legendary Herrnsteig Enduro Trail: around 9 km and 1,300 m elevation gain of unspoilt singletrack, technical, varied and featuring iconic variants such as ‘Franz’ or ‘Hans’. The cycling season runs – depending on the altitude – from June to October. As well as the downhill fun in the Bike Park, it’s worth exploring the extensive network of trails through the three national parks, the numerous quiet side valleys and the rustic alpine pastures of the Puster Valley.
Between trails and valleys in the Dolomites
A mountain biking holiday in the Kronplatz region of the Dolomites doesn’t end at the summit. All around this iconic mountain lie gentle side valleys such as the Antholz Valley, the Pragser Valley and the Gsies Valley – perfect for a change of scenery on longer rides. On the Puster Valley cycle route, you can combine around 105 km of enjoyable valley trails with alpine climbs and scenic panoramic routes.
In the four MTB areas around Kronplatz – such as the Antholz MTB Area or the Cir Skills Park – you can hone your technique or ease into the ride. It is precisely this mix that makes mountain biking in the Kronplatz Dolomites region so special: you switch between challenge and flow, valley and altitude, concentration and ease, downhill and Dolomite tours – all in a single day.
Highlights for your mountain biking holiday in the Kronplatz Dolomites region
In the heart of the Dolomites UNESCO World Heritage Site, Plan de Corones/Kronplatz is a top-class mountain bike area - with the Plan de Corones/Kronplatz Bike Park at its centre.
- 35 mountain bike routes, 18 trails in the Kronplatz Bike Park & 3 nature parks
- Herrnsteig - the classic alpine singletrail at Kronplatz
- 4 mountain bike areas with MTB skill parks around Plan de Corones/Kronplatz
Bike regions in the Kronplatz Dolomites region
Experience top bike regions, the most impressive trails & tours and hand-picked hotels with heart, helmet & home advantage. Get in the saddle and off you go!
Hotels for your mountain bike holiday
After a day out on the trails or exploring the region by bike, having the right home base makes all the difference. Mountain Bike Holidays hotels specialise in mountain bikers and combine bike-friendly services with local expertise. You’ll get useful tips on MTB tours, trails and biking experiences nearby and can plan your next days on the bike directly from your hotel.
Everything under one roof: best of bike hotel at Kronplatz
Deluxe design hotel in the heart of the UNESCO Dolomites
Talk shop with host & bike guide Lukas about the next tours and put together your customised Kronplatz bike adventure. Because here, biking is a matter for the boss. With so much concentrated expertise, we bikers don't just feel welcome, we feel right at home!
I am responsible for the bike expertise in my hotel. I am a big bike fan and have been guiding my hotel guests through the bike region of the Dolomites for 15 years. The bike team includes the Bike School San Vigilio with its AMI bike-certified guides. They will show you the most beautiful mountains, the greatest trails, the biggest waterfalls and the most romantic lakes on the Kronplatz.
I have been responsible for biking in our hotel since summer 1998. With a lot of power and passion, I take care of the big and small concerns of our guests. Together with our in-house guide team, I am on tour as often as possible.
Tours & Trails in the Kronplatz Dolomites region
The Kronplatz Dolomites region is a meeting point for bikers - here nature sets the trails and the 360° Alpine panorama sets the pace and heartbeat.
This tour leads over the Wielenbach to the extraordinary earth pyramids and…
A breathtaking panorama and all-round views await you at the summit on this…
Via historic paths to the sunny plateau north of Bruneck, with changing…
Mountain bike tour with breathtaking views of the spectacular landscape of…
A Mountain bike tour with breathtaking views of the spectacular landscape…
Mountain bike tour around the Kronplatz - an Eldorado for mountain bikers!
Over a varied route with tarmac and gravel paths to the Furkel Pass
Challenging gravel paths and forest trails with breathtaking views of San…
Flow and pure curves inspire on this trail
From the Kronplatz summit, the trail leads down into the valley with jumps…
The longest and easiest trail on the Kronplatz with gentle curves, easy…
Mountain bike tour to two unique spots
This stunningly scenic dream tour takes you through the Fanes-Sennes-Prags…
Berms, jumps and rooty forest variants
Small jumps, gentle berms and Dolomites views
Flowing beginner turns with a floating bridge
Long climbs and narrow trails through UNESCO landscapes
More to discover in the bike region
Want to get to know the region in more detail? In our articles, you’ll find additional information, practical tips and background insights on mountain bike tours, trails, biking experiences and special highlights in the region. This helps you plan your mountain biking holiday more effectively and discover even more of what the bike region has to offer.
Discover one of the best cycling hotels at Kronplatz
Anyone planning a mountain bike holiday at Kronplatz is looking for one thing above all else: short distances to the trails, expert advice on tours and accommodation that truly understands the needs…
Mountain bike events in and around the region
From mountain bike races and bike challenges to festivals and community events, many bike regions add an extra buzz to the season with a varied event programme. Discover upcoming MTB events and dates and find out what’s happening during your stay.
Certified Tour & Trail Region
The regions that have been awarded the Approved Bike Area seal of approval for Tour & Trail are experts in the core area of mountain biking. You can expect, for example:
- A wide range of tours in various levels of difficulty
- Bike transport by public transport or mountain railway
- Excellent mountain biking advice expertise
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Mountain bike holidays in the Kronplatz Dolomites region
