Monday, June 11, 2018

EuroBlog 2018: Ring Around the Mountains

The Sella Ronda is quite possibly one of the most scenic bicycle routes in the world. It encircles the Sella massif in the heart of the Dolomites, and features four mountain passes: Passo di Gardena (2121 meters), Passo di Sella (2213 meters), Passo Pordoi (2239 meters), and Passo di Campolongo (1875 meters). We rode the circuit three times -- twice counter-clockwise, and once in a clockwise direction. Any which way you go, there are twisting switchbacks and amazing views (and yes, motorcycles!) galore. Luckily, only once did we get soaked by the afternoon rain showers.




John was always the first to the top
But the rest of us got there eventually


Rounding the top of Passo di Gardena


Looking back at the many switchbacks, which are also very popular with motorcycles and sports cars, especially on the weekends



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