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Dolomites · Italy · HC
Passo Giau indoors
From Selva di Cadore to 2,237 m: 11.2 km and 1,007 m of climbing on your smart trainer, in 3D with real terrain. Often closed by snow in winter – indoors it is open all year.
Elevation profile and data
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How long does Passo Giau take?
Estimated times at steady power, 75 kg rider, 9 kg bike, no wind or drafting – computed with the same physics as the app.
| W/kg | Watts | Time | avg km/h |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 | 150 W | 1:36:52 | 6.9 |
| 2.5 | 188 W | 1:18:01 | 8.6 |
| 3.0 | 225 W | 1:05:31 | 10.3 |
| 3.5 | 263 W | 56:38 | 11.9 |
| 4.0 | 300 W | 49:59 | 13.4 |
| 5.0 | 375 W | 40:46 | 16.5 |
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About Passo Giau
The Passo Giau (2236 m) near Cortina d’Ampezzo is steep and steady. At the top stand the rock towers of the Cinque Torri and the Nuvolau – one of the most beautiful summits in the Dolomites.
In rampida you ride the route exactly as it lies on the road: the gradient reaches your trainer metre by metre, the scenery is built from real elevation data and OpenStreetMap. A pacer group can pull you along, and next time you race your own ghost.
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<p><a href="https://rampida.com/en/climbs/passo-giau.html">Elevation profile Passo Giau from Selva di Cadore – rampida</a></p>How to ride Passo Giau indoors
- Open the appOpen rampida in Chrome or Edge and create a free account.
- Pair your trainerConnect your smart trainer or power meter under “Devices”.
- Choose Passo GiauDownload the GPX file and open it in the app under “Load GPX / FIT”.
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FAQ
How long and how steep is Passo Giau from Selva di Cadore?
The climb is 11.2 km long with 1,007 m of climbing, from 1,251 m to 2,237 m. The average gradient is 8.8 %, the steepest kilometre 10.8 %.
How long does Passo Giau take?
At 3 W/kg (225 W, 75 kg rider) about 1:05:31, at 4 W/kg about 49:59 – steady power, no wind. Use the calculator on this page for your own numbers.
Can I ride Passo Giau on a smart trainer?
Yes. Download the GPX file, open it in rampida (“Load GPX / FIT”) and ride it in 3D with real terrain. Your FTMS smart trainer follows the gradient. It runs in Chrome or Edge, no install.
What does it cost?
During the open beta until 31 March 2027 riding is free and unlimited with a free account. Afterwards 50 km per month stay free.