GT3 Lavaredo Gravel Cross Triathlon
The off-road triathlon between an alpine lake, gravel and trail at the foot of the Tre Cime di Lavaredo
About GT3 Lavaredo Cross Triathlon
A triathlon in the heart of the Dolomites
The GT3 Lavaredo Gravel Cross Triathlon is one of the most original sporting events of the summer in Auronzo di Cadore, in the province of Belluno. Unlike traditional triathlon, here the mountain bike gives way to the gravel bike, on dirt, gravel, and forest paths that cross the heart of the Dolomites.
The three legs
The race is divided into three consecutive stages that test endurance and versatility:
- Swim: 1 km in the waters of Lake Santa Caterina, starting from the center of Auronzo;
- Gravel: 26 km entirely off-road, with almost 1000 meters of positive elevation gain;
- Trail running: 7.5 km final stretch with about 600 meters of elevation gain, from Lake Misurina to Rifugio Auronzo at an altitude of 2333 meters.
It is possible to compete on either gravel or mountain bikes, with the latter having a separate classification in the Cross Country FITri circuit.
The Tre Cime di Lavaredo scenario
The finish line, located beneath the Tre Cime di Lavaredo, a symbol of the Dolomites, makes this race a unique experience: few triathlons in the world conclude in such an iconic high mountain panorama. The event is part of Auronzo's rich summer sports calendar, alongside the Lavaredo Ultra Trail and canoe races on the lake.
GT3 Lavaredo Cross Triathlon — edition 2026
The weekend of July 11 and 12, 2026, transforms the Lungolago Santa Caterina in Auronzo di Cadore into the headquarters for off-road triathlon, featuring an expo area, bib collection, and wave starts. This event combines swimming in an alpine lake, gravel cycling, and high-mountain trail running.
Programme GT3 Lavaredo Cross Triathlon 2026
Friday, July 10, 2026
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM — Opening of GT3-Expo stands at Lungolago Santa Caterina (Auronzo di Cadore)
Saturday, July 11, 2026
- 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM — Opening of GT3-Expo stands at Lungolago Santa Caterina
Sunday, July 12, 2026
- 10:30 AM — Wave starts (based on FITri ranking; women in the first wave) with 2'–3' intervals
- Following — Swim leg (1 km in Lake Santa Caterina), gravel leg (26 km, ~1000 m elevation gain), trail running leg (7.5 km from Lake Misurina to Rifugio Auronzo, 2333 m)
Possibility to compete on gravel or mountain bikes (separate Cross Country FITri classification). Details and regulations on gt3lavaredo.com.
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Practical information — GT3 Lavaredo Cross Triathlon
How to get there
Auronzo di Cadore is reachable by car from the A27 motorway (exit Pian di Vedoia, then SS51 towards Cadore). The nearest train station is Calalzo-Pieve di Cadore-Cortina, connected by bus.
Registration
Registration and updated regulations are published on the official website gt3lavaredo.com. The start and expo area are located on Lungolago Santa Caterina.
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Where does it take place — GT3 Lavaredo Cross Triathlon
Lago di Santa Caterina
Lungolago Santa Caterina, 32041 Auronzo di Cadore