The 2017 Haute Route Dolomites features a brand new course, simpler logistics than in previous years and some of the cycling world’s most famous climbs, event organiser and creator OC Sport revealed today.

The fourth edition of the Haute Route Dolomites starts for the first time from Innsbruck, the capital of the Tyrol, and then makes its way to Venice by way of a spectacular and challenging course that covers 812 kilometres of road, and with 20,000 metres of vertical ascent.

The key climbs include the majestic Timmelsjoch and the Monte Giovo, an Individual Time Trial up the Passo delle Erbe, the Passo San Pellegrino and two ascents of the mighty Passo Fedaia.

Another bonus is that the new route offers three two-night stays for riders, reducing the logistical challenge of the week dramatically. Benjamin Chandelier, the Haute Route Dolomites Event Director, says that this edition looks set to be an absolute classic that will challenge riders of all abilities.

“We are super-excited to be starting from Innsbruck and for the first time in the history of the Haute Route Dolomites to have devised a course that travels directly to Venice without transfers,” he said.

“The double-night stays are going to make everything very easy off the bike, meaning riders will be able to enjoy their time on the bike even more. It’s a new beginning for this great event and one not to miss,” Chandelier added. 

In keeping with the Haute Route’s unique proposition, riders on the 2017 Haute Route Dolomites will benefit from mechanical and safety support on the road, massages and a rider’s meal after racing and full logistical support meaning that the focus is always on the riding.

Click here to learn more about each stage.

Stage 1: Innsbruck - Innsbruck (113km / 2900M+)
Mösern Pass 1252m / Kühtai Sattel 2017m

Stage 2: Innsbruck - Valle Isarco (176km/4200M+)
Timmelsjoch 2474m / Passo Monte Giovo 2099m

Stage 3: Valle Isarco - Brixen (107km/3000M+)
Passo Pennes 2215m / Renon Plateau 1383m

Stage 4: TT Brixen - Plancios  (17km, 1100M+)
Col: Passo delle Erbe 1670m

Stage 5: Brixen - Canazei (120km, 3900M+)
Cols: Passo delle Erbe 1987m / Passo Valparola 2198m / Passo Pordoi 2239m

Stage 6: Canazei - Canazei (103km, 3000M+)
Cols: Passo San Pellegrino 1918m / Colle Santa Lucia 1485m / Passo Fedaia  2057m

Stage 7: Canazei - Venice (181km, 2600M+)
Cols: Passo Fedaia 2057m / Forcella Franche 992m / Passo San Boldo 706m

Check out the fly-through video of the 2017 Haute Route Dolomites here.

Hundreds of riders have already signed up for the 2017 Haute Route Pyrenees (August 13-19), Haute Route Alps (August 21-27) or Haute Route Dolomites (September 2-8) - join them on the startline by clicking here to sign up. 

Registrations for the inaugural Mavic Haute Route Rockies are also open. Taking place from June 24th to 30th 2017 in Colorado, the final registration phase is already in effect as places are selling rapidly.

And don’t forget that the inaugural Haute Route Ventoux, a new three-day racing sportive based in the town of Bédoin and featuring three climbs of Mt Ventoux, will be staged from 6-8 October. The second registration phase will close at midnight CET on December 22. Register here.