MTB
Academy

MTB
Academy

Guided e-bike and mtb tours in Val Gardena – Dolomites

Logo Intersport Val Gardena Bike Academy

Tailor-made experiences in the Dolomites with professional guides

Experience flowy panoramic paths, technical singletracks, and legendary bike routes around the Sella Group with a private MTB guide from Val Gardena. Our tailor-made MTB and E-MTB tours are individually adapted to your riding skills, fitness level, and riding style – whether it’s relaxed touring, all-mountain adventures, or challenging enduro trails.

Thanks to local experience, we lead you to the most beautiful viewpoints, mountain huts, and hidden trails of the Dolomites. Our MTB Academy is located in the Intersport Shops in S. Cristina and Selva Val Gardena.

Private Guiding

unique experiences with your private bike guide

Skills course

driving safety for maximum fun

Sellaronda MTB tour

60 km of adrenaline and fun

Top 10

discover some tours in Val Gardena

The benefits of mtb guiding

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Pathway experts

Our specialized guides know the routes perfectly and are constantly updated on current conditions, always offering you good alternatives.

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Riding technique tips

Our guide is always by your side with tips on riding technique so you can tackle the Dolomites safely.

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Local advice

In addition to showing you the trails, our guidebook will reveal the most picturesque shelters, local culinary delights, and the perfect places for a restorative break.

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Mechanical assistance

In case of unforeseen problems with your bike, the guide will give you mechanical assistance.

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Stress-free navigation

Leave the map at home. With our guide by your side, enjoy your bike ride. without worrying about detours.

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Discovery of secret paths

Be guided to discover idyllic trails, flow trails and exciting routes off the official maps. Let yourself be surprised.

Mountain bike tour above Lake Fedaia – Marmolada

We take you to the best Mtb routes in the Dolomites

Let yourself be inspired by our local guides and their extensive knowledge. Our MTB Academy offers private tours, technique courses, and the Sellaronda MTB Tour with or without the use of ski lifts.

Experience the best MTB trails in the Dolomites with a local bike guide and discover legendary routes of the MTB Enduro World Cup around Val Gardena and the Sella Group. From flowy singletracks to technical enduro descents, we plan every tour individually according to your level and your wishes.

If you prefer to plan your own ride, explore our bike routes in Val Gardena with distance, elevation and difficulty information.

Carefree riding

The advantages of taking a trip with a mtb guide

  • knows the most beautiful places and the best lodges

  • chooses trails and paths suited to your riding abilities

  • helps with technical failures and knows where to find help

  • saves you from having to focus on maps and signage

  • explains to you the history, peculiarities and curiosities of the Dolomites and the Ladin population

  • teaches driving technique, to drive safely and with more fun

Meet our Team

Experienced guides, mechanics, and bike experts provide passionate, personal service and deep know-how to ensure safe tours and unforgettable MTB experiences in Santa Cristina and Selva di Val Gardena.

Armin - ski and snowboard instructor and MTB guide at Intersport Val Gardena
Armin

Ski and snowboard instructor, MTB guide

“We live in the middle of the Dolomites, what a spectacle! Enjoying nature day by day gives us the strength for innovation and to offer the best for our customers.”

Marcel - coordinator and MTB guide at Intersport Val Gardena
Marcel

Intersport Val Gardena coordinator and MTB guide

“I turned my passion into my profession. I enjoy meeting people, and Val Gardena in the heart of the Dolomites is the most beautiful place in the world to me. Come and enjoy it with us!”

Simo - bike mechanic at Intersport Val Gardena
Simo

Bike mechanic and MTB school staff member

“I have been connected to the mountains since I was a child. Being able to live and work here for me is a dream! At Intersport we are like a big family and I will always give my best for those who decide to rely on us!”

Alain - shop and rental manager at Intersport Santa Cristina
Alain

Shop and rental manager of the Intersport store in S. Cristina

“Stop by our bike shops and discover the latest bikes, apparel, and accessories. I’ll be happy to show you the trendiest products and help you find the perfect setup – so on every trail you’re not only performing at your best, but also always looking cool.”

Jack - MTB guide at Intersport Val Gardena
Jack

MTB guide and MTB school staff member

“I’m a passionate enduro biker and I love the Sellaronda as well as the amazing trails of the Dolomites. I enjoy teaching you new riding techniques so you can safely and confidently enjoy the best downhill trails in Val Gardena.”

Federico - MTB guide and ski instructor at Intersport Val Gardena
Federico

MTB guide and ski instructor

“Hello friends, if you want to explore the fantastic wonders of the Dolomites having fun and learning useful techniques in the saddle of your mountain bike, I am here for you to make your days unforgettable.”

Bruno - MTB guide at Intersport Val Gardena
Bruno

MTB guide

“Dear friends, I have always been passionate about mountain biking and, in recent years, e-biking too. Join me and I will guide you safely to the most beautiful places in Val Gardena and the Dolomites. We have fantastic trails for every ability level.”

What our customers say about us

Your opinion and feedback are important to us and help us to continuously improve our services. Here you can find personal reviews from our customers who have shared their experiences with Intersport Val Gardena.

Google rating: 5 stars

The best with the highest level of equipment in Val Gardena. Highly recommended!

Italian languageMichael Kasslatter, Italy
Google rating: 5 stars

Utmost helpfulness, professionalism and courtesy.

English languageLiesbeth Liekens, United States
Google rating: 5 stars
Fantastic experience at Intersport Val Gardena! The equipment is top-notch and the service is even better.
German languageDieter Block, Germany
Google rating: 5 stars

Great day on the Sellaronda MTB Tour with Filippo. A top-notch guide and a great guy – highly recommended!

French languageJuliet, France
Google rating: 5 stars

Excellent service and super bike, there is nothing better.

German languageJörg Friedrich, Germany
Google rating: 5 stars

The guys here are incredibly helpful. They saved my son’s bike day and changed the flat tire in a flash. Thank you so much!

Polish languageIndzi Keis, Poland

FAQ – MTB Academy & guided MTB tours in Val Gardena

Our guided MTB tours are available in Italian, German and English. Additional languages may be available on request.

No. We offer tours for beginners as well as experienced mountain bikers. We select the most suitable route according to your fitness level, riding experience and goals. An E-MTB also makes longer tours accessible to most riders.

We recommend bringing a helmet (mandatory), gloves, sunglasses, water, energy snacks, weather-appropriate clothing and a small backpack. For more challenging tours, we also recommend using protective gear.

In addition to the MTB or E-MTB, you can also rent a helmet, elbow and knee pads, as well as back protectors directly from us. This way, you will be fully equipped to enjoy your tour safely and comfortably

The price includes a certified MTB guide, route planning and full guidance throughout the tour. Bike rental, lift tickets, meals and personal expenses are not included unless otherwise stated.

No. Bike rental is not included in the tour price. We are happy to recommend trusted bike rental partners in Val Gardena and help you arrange your rental.

The duration of our guided MTB tours depends on the selected route and the riders’ experience. We offer half-day, full-day and tailor-made tours. Before the tour, we choose the best itinerary based on your fitness level, riding skills and expectations.

Yes, we are happy to organize private tours for families, groups, or individual participants upon request. Since we do not offer a fixed daily tour program, we can flexibly adapt every tour to your wishes and needs.

You can request your tour directly at our Intersport shops in S. Cristina or Selva Val Gardena, or via our website. We will then get in touch with you for individual planning and scheduling.

Yes, we offer guided E-MTB tours in Val Gardena and the Dolomites. These are specially tailored to e-bikes and their battery range. With an e-bike, you save the cost of the lift ticket; this makes us more independent in our choice of tour and allows us to discover secret mountain trails together.

Yes. Our tours are suitable for beginners, advanced, and experienced riders. The routes and the pace are individually adapted.

Currently, we offer exclusively private, tailor-made MTB tours. Each tour is individually adapted to riding skills, fitness level, and preferences.

Yes, our philosophy focuses on private, guided MTB and E-MTB tours in Val Gardena and the Dolomites. Each tour is individually planned and tailored exclusively to you or your group, guaranteeing a personal, safe, and high-quality experience with a local guide. The only exception is the legendary Sellaronda MTB Tour: for this specific adventure, we also offer scheduled group tours every Tuesday and Friday.

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