Dolomiti Beer Trail.
The Dolomiti Beer Trail sends its ultra runners from the Fabbrica Birreria in Pedavena up to 1,630 metres at Col dei Cavai and back to the brewery park. These 55 kilometres ask for two things: patience on the very steep early climbs, and quads that can still carry you down the long descent to the valley afterwards.
Dolomiti Beer Trail 2027: Course, Elevation & Route Profile
The warm-up is over after little more than a kilometre: the first climb runs for six kilometres and lifts you about 800 metres. From km 9 comes the steepest sustained stretch of the day, nearly two kilometres at around 20 percent, which leaves you above 1,400 metres already. The course then moves between 1,000 and 1,400 metres, with two moderate counter-climbs near km 13 and km 19.
The heart of the race starts at km 24: just over three kilometres averaging 18 percent gain almost 600 metres to the high point at Col dei Cavai. Over the next ten kilometres you lose about 900 metres, before one last solid climb from km 39 asks for another 250 metres or so. The closing stretch then drops in waves and ends with the descent back to just over 300 metres.
The loop takes in forests, the Passo Croce d’Aune and views over the Valbelluna towards Monte Grappa. Both ends belong to the brewery: you set off at the Fabbrica Birreria Pedavena and arrive in its park once the circle has closed in the valley.
| Start | Length | Ø | Max. | Gain | Cat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| km 1.3 | 6.1 km | 13.4 % | 31.8 % | +813 m | HC |
| km 9.1 | 1.8 km | 20.3 % | 32.7 % | +371 m | Cat. 2 |
| km 13.5 | 1.6 km | 9.7 % | 15.8 % | +152 m | Cat. 4 |
| km 18.7 | 1.6 km | 8.1 % | 15.5 % | +131 m | Cat. 4 |
| km 23.9 | 3.2 km | 18.2 % | 32.1 % | +587 m | Cat. 2 |
| km 37.3 | 0.5 km | 12.2 % | 15 % | +58 m | — |
| km 38.8 | 1.8 km | 14.7 % | 24.3 % | +256 m | Cat. 3 |
| km 49.1 | 1 km | 8.2 % | 11.4 % | +84 m | Cat. 4 |
Climb categories follow the road-cycling convention and rate the terrain itself (length and gradient) regardless of sport: Cat. 4 marks the easiest rated climbs, Cat. 1 the hardest, and HC (hors catégorie, “beyond categorization”) is reserved for the most brutal ascents. Short climbs below the Cat. 4 threshold stay unrated.
How to pace Dolomiti Beer Trail.
Start under control
About three quarters of the climbing comes before km 28, so halfway by distance is far from halfway by effort. Plan this race in hours, not kilometres. On ramps around 20 percent a brisk hike is the better choice: the first climb arrives so early that every running stride there comes straight out of the fresh legs you will want later.
Hold your rhythm
The race is decided between km 24 and km 37. The ascent to Col dei Cavai reaches you several hours in, and it is by far the hardest section of the second half of the day. If you can still climb evenly here, the worst is behind you.
Spend what is left
The trap is the descent that follows. After that long steep push it invites you to let go, but those 900 metres down land squarely on the quads you need for climbing again at km 39. Rein in the speed there and save something for the last ten kilometres. They are not steep, yet running them instead of trudging depends on the restraint you showed higher up.
Training plan for Dolomiti Beer Trail: 12-week build
Build the base
Age-group athletes should expect around eight to twelve hours on the ultra course. That makes it a long aerobic effort that tips into much harder phases on every steep climb. More than half of the kilometres are steep, up or down, almost nothing is flat, and that constant muscular work shapes the day more than the distance does.
Train race pace
Two late-race abilities decide it: a strong climb nearly 25 kilometres in, and a controlled descent straight afterwards. Build long sessions in which the steepest climbing arrives only in the second third, then add a long downhill to finish them. Brisk uphill hiking belongs in the plan as a skill of its own, because you will do plenty of it on these ramps.
Rehearse the course
Downhill durability is the second focus. Sessions of repeated descents plus strength work for quads and hips prepare you for the sequence of long descent and renewed climb. Practise running on rolling ground at the end of long outings too, and test your fuelling over the full duration.
Arrive fresh
A date of 27 March puts your preparation in winter, the months when long mountain sessions are hardest to fit in. Schedule them early, and check your kit for a day that begins just above 300 metres and takes you some 1,300 metres higher.
Courses
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Everything about Dolomiti Beer Trail.
How long is Dolomiti Beer Trail?
Dolomiti Beer Trail is 55 km long. That distance shapes how much aerobic endurance, pace durability, and race-specific work belong in the training plan.
How much elevation gain does Dolomiti Beer Trail have?
Dolomiti Beer Trail has around 2,672 m of elevation gain over 55 km. That affects pacing, muscular load, and preparation for late-race sections.
What is the route profile of Dolomiti Beer Trail?
Dolomiti Beer Trail is classified as Mountainous, averaging 49.9 vertical metres per kilometre. 5% of the route is flat, 19% climbs moderately (2 to 6%) and 24% is steeper than 6%.
What climbs does Dolomiti Beer Trail have?
The hardest climb of Dolomiti Beer Trail starts at kilometre 1.3, runs for 6.1 km at an average of 13.4% and gains 813 metres. Cycling-convention rating: HC. 8 climbs are mapped in total.
Is Dolomiti Beer Trail a loop course?
Yes, Dolomiti Beer Trail is laid out as a loop: start and finish are in the same place.
Is there a GPX file for the Dolomiti Beer Trail course?
Yes. The Dolomiti Beer Trail course is on this page as a free GPX download — ready to import into Garmin, Wahoo, Komoot, Strava or any other app that reads GPX.
How should I prepare for Dolomiti Beer Trail?
Preparation for Dolomiti Beer Trail should account for 55 km, 2,672 m of elevation gain, current training load, and available training time. An adaptive plan helps place key sessions without ignoring recovery and real life.
What pacing strategy works for Dolomiti Beer Trail?
The pacing strategy for Dolomiti Beer Trail should reflect 55 km, 2,672 m of elevation gain, and your current fitness. Start controlled and keep margin for sections where the profile or fatigue makes target pace harder.
When does Dolomiti Beer Trail take place?
Dolomiti Beer Trail takes place on March 27, 2027.
Where does Dolomiti Beer Trail take place?
Dolomiti Beer Trail takes place in Pedavena, Italy.
Which distances does Dolomiti Beer Trail offer?
Dolomiti Beer Trail offers 3 distances — DBT Ultra 55K: 55 km; DBT Trail 24K: 24 km; DBT Beer Tour 12K: 12 km.
How do I register for Dolomiti Beer Trail?
Registration runs through the organiser: dolomitibeertrail.it. YOUB shows you the course, elevation profile and training plan for your preparation.
