Photo: Coconino National Forest · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad CyclingGravel Biking
The Stelvio Santini
Bormio, Italy
June 6, 2027Date confirmed
130 km108 km70 km64 km+1
MountainSnow+2
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Gravel Biking in Italy
12 verified events with 40 individual races (11 confirmed dates) in Italy complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events1211 confirmed dates
Competitions40Races & courses
Distances1 - 137.7 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+4,500 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Coconino National Forest · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Matti Blume · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsGravel Biking
Hero Südtirol Dolomites
Wolkenstein in Gröden, Italy
June 12, 2027Date confirmed
86 km71 km60 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+1
Photo: Claude Zipfel from Luxembourg · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsGravel Biking
Gran Fondo Strade Bianche
Siena, Italy
Date to be announcedDate TBA
137.7 km87 km
Nature & Off-RoadVineyards+2
Photo: gnuckx · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Palermo Marathon
Palermo, Italy
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km
Seaside & CoastCity Run+4
Photo: Bops92 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Verona Marathon
Verona, Italy
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km
Culture & HistoryCity Run+4
Photo: Bops92 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Piccolo Trail delle Bregonze
Carrè, Italy
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
25 km15 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest
Photo: Fabrizio Lunardi · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
San Francesco Marathon Assisi
Assisi, Italy
November 21, 2026 to November 22, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km4 km+1
City RunNature & Off-Road+4
Photo: Wolfgang Moroder · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Athletics Label
Powerade Half Marathon in Milan
Milan, Italy
November 22, 2026Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km
City RunCulture & History+5
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 6, 2027 | The Stelvio Santini | Bormio, Lombardy, IT | Road CyclingGravel Biking | 130 km108 km70 km64 km |
| Jun 12, 2027 | Hero Südtirol Dolomites | Wolkenstein in Gröden, Trentino-South Tyrol, IT | Gravel Biking | 86 km71 km60 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Gran Fondo Strade Bianche | Siena, Tuscany, IT | Gravel Biking | 137.7 km87 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 15, 2026 | Palermo Marathon | Palermo, Sicily, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Verona Marathon | Verona, Veneto, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Piccolo Trail delle Bregonze | Carrè, Veneto, IT | Trail Running | 25 km15 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | San Francesco Marathon Assisi | Assisi, Umbria, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km4 km |
| Nov 22, 2026 | Powerade Half Marathon in Milan | Milan, Lombardy, IT | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km |
| Nov 22, 2026 | Gran Trail dell'Etna | Ragalna, Sicily, IT | Trail Running | 42 km18 km |
| Nov 28, 2026 - Nov 29, 2026 | Florence Marathon | Florence, Tuscany, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21 km10 km3 km |
| Nov 28, 2026 - Nov 29, 2026 | Turin Marathon | Turin, Piedmont, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 29, 2026 | Stramilano SottoZero | Milan, Lombardy, IT | Road Running | 10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Mixed-surface cycling events on gravel tracks, farm roads, forest lanes, and quiet backroads. Gravel cycling events span accessible discovery rides, timed medium-distance races, and self-supported ultra-endurance adventures. In this Gravel Biking in Italy directory, RunningCompass curates 12 events comprising 40 individual races, including 11 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 1 km to 137.7 km and elevation gains up to +4,500 m. Key host locations include Bormio, Wolkenstein in Gröden, Siena, Palermo. Notable events in this selection include The Stelvio Santini, Hero Südtirol Dolomites, Gran Fondo Strade Bianche.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Gravel Biking in Italy?
This overview currently includes 12 verified events featuring 40 individual races. Of these, 11 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 1 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Gravel Biking in Italy?
Races in this selection span distances of 1 km to 137.7 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +4,500 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Road Running, Gravel Biking, Trail Running.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Gravel Biking in Italy?
Top host locations include Bormio, Wolkenstein in Gröden, Siena, Palermo, Verona. Representative events in the catalog include The Stelvio Santini, Hero Südtirol Dolomites, Gran Fondo Strade Bianche, Palermo Marathon. Mixed-surface cycling events on gravel tracks, farm roads, forest lanes, and quiet backroads.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Gravel Biking in Italy?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 40 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.