About us
Alberto started mountain biking in the early 90s and immediately chosed the bicycle as the way to live his adventures. From the first experiences in the Alps to long solo bicycle trips to explore our planet in search of its wildest places, where to live in connection with nature and different cultures. The passion become a job, being a professional scout to design hiking and cycling holidays for outdoor tour operators, working in the bike industry and leading cycling tours around the world. He spent his last 35 years living the outdoor, most of the time in a tent, getting in love with the coldest days, harsh weather conditions and dramatic lights that only the mountains can give. 5 years ago he launched its own project called Dolomiti Gravel, a gravel cycling tours focused company based on the Italian Dolomites, where he live. 2 years ago he travelled back in his mum homeland and founded Slovenia Gravel.
Franziska is our alpinist, unstoppable hiker, a passionate backcountry explorer, gym and Pilates teacher, strong gravel cyclists and... food lover! She is in charge of the accomodation booking but most of her time is spent trying new restaurants and delicious dishes for you. If her phone is off she will be for sure in a pastry shop or in an gelato shop!
Alberto&Franziska lives out there can't be without dogs. Trustful companions for an infinite number of adventures, they are part of the team and their help on the search of the most beautiful trails is priceless. Timo is now enjoying the heavenly paths and has passed the baton to Mapu the dog. Mapu grow up among bikes and bikepacking gear (sometime tasting it with his teeth). The sound of a cassette body is enough for him to get immediately ready to leave. He has quickly become an expert, leading the scout and all the wild gravel adventures in our beloved mountains.