40. Toblach-Cortina, Two Great Races in the Heart of the Dolomite Mountain Range, Both on the Legendary Course from the Tour de Ski

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1 40. Toblach-Cortina, Two Great Races in the Heart of the Dolomite Mountain Range, Both on the Legendary Course from the Tour de Ski 11 th and 12 th of February in 2017 The Toblach and Cortina D Ampezzo regions in the Italian Dolomites mountain range have been designated as part of l UNESCO s world heritage. These two places are what cross country skiers dream about. The weekend of the 12 th and 12 th of February in 2017 is reserved for those who want to make sure that they participate in the legendary course along the old train tracks that have been used by the Tour de Ski. These go between Cortina d Ampezzo and Toblach. On Saturday, February 11 th, there is a 50-kilometer classic race. On Sunday February 12 th in the other direction, there is a skating (freestyle) race that lasts 30 kilometers. This is a unique occasion, allowing you to glide along a mythical course. Of course there will be thousands of spectators along the route all the way to Cortina d Ampezzo Village on Saturday and to the Nordic Center in Toblach on Sunday. We guarantee that you will never forget this experience! And, as a little extra frosting on the cake, you will be able to discover the superb countryside, including the famous Dreizinnens and their panoramic views. It doesn t matter whether you choose the Saturday classic race or the Sunday skating race, you will never regret the experience. The famous Dreizinnen!

2 The Program for the Race Between Toblach Cortina Thursday, February 09, 2017 You will arrange your individual travel to Toblach. Once there you will be able to settle down in your hotel room and, of course, there is dinner. Friday, February 10, 2017 A hearty breakfast and then a free day for whatever you want to do. You can work on your skis, try out your equipment, but you must go to the registration site in the Grand Hotel, which you will find at the beginning of Toblach, There you will find where you can pick up your race bibs. Actually, you will only have to walk a little ways because your hotel is very close to the stadium and the Grand Hotel. Rest is in order for the remainder of the day. You can take a sauna now if you want. Diner. Saturday, February 11, 2017 the 50-km Classic Race (Visma Classic Series) A hearty breakfast again. The start of the race is at 10 a.m. The 50-km classic race starts with a 18-km circle around Toblach before it takes the direction of Cimabanche in order to arrive at the center of Cortina d Ampezzo. This course is perhaps one of the most beautiful in all of southern Europe. The ambiance is magical, going through tunnels and hills at about a 3 percent grade through the first 15 km. Then for the next 15 km there is a 3 percent grade downhill with a spectacular arrival in the center of a pedestrian-only street a spectacle that will leave no one indifferent.

3 Sunday, February 12, 2017 the 30-km Freestyle (Skating) Race A hearty breakfast again. Note, though, that you have to pack everything from your room before you leave for the race. Don t despair, though, you will be able to use the Wellness Center after the race to lie down and rest before your trip home. The start is at Fiames, which is 2 miles above Cortina Village. You will finish at the Toblach stadium. Of course we have organized your transportation from the hotel to the start and it is included in the price. We can t stress enough how fantastic the race course is and how excited you will be when you arrive at the finish in Toblach. Then you will have time to walk to the hotel for a much needed rest. Signing Up for the Two Races: The price of your registration varies depending on when you sign up. We can, of course, take care of this task. Registration : until until form Classic Saturday : Euro 75,- Euro 80,- Euro 90,- Skating Sunday : Euro 65,- Euro 70,- Euro 80,- Saturday and Sunday: Euro 100,- Euro 110,- Euro 130,- Signing Up yourself on the Internet from Visma ski classic :

4 Date: February 09 to February 12, 2017 (Thursday to Sunday) Your all-inclusive package is made up of: 3 nights in the Hotel Laurin*** at Toblach 3 breakfasts 3 evening dinners All hotel taxes What is NOT included: Payment of your registration for the competition you have chosen (see above) Cancellation insurance for your travel if necessary Price per person in a double room: 350 Euros or 390 Swiss francs Supplement for an individual: 100 Euros or 110 Swiss francs Supplement per night in a double room : Euro 85,- Swiss francs Hotel Laurin*** at Toblach This hotel is ideally located a few steps from the Toblach Stadium where those of you who race on Sunday will finish your race. You will be treated like someone in the family in this hotel. It has a sauna as well as a spa and you can use them whenever you want. The cooking style is tirolienne. You will find a comfortable atmosphere in both the restaurant and the bar. If you come by car, you can park for free in front of the hotel. And your Internet access is free, also.

5 Getting to the Event By Car: You can take the Brenner motorway to Brixen in the Pustertal Valley all the way to Toblach or you can come by the Felbertauern route as far as Lienz in eastern Tirol. Then you go to Innichen and then from there you get to the Pustertal Valley to Toblach. By Train: From Innsbrück, you pass through Brenner to Franzensfeste. From there you take the Pustertal train by going through Bruneck through the Hochpustertal Valley to the Toblach train station. By Plane: The closest airport is in Treviso or Venice (Marco Polo Airport). We can take care of the transfer from either airport to the hotel. Parking: You can park in front of the hotel or nearby without payment.