2026 Gran Fondo Stelvio Santini Road & Gravel 4/6/2026 – 8/6/2026 – Sold Out
Event Date: 6/6/26 & 7/6/2026 Tour Dates: 4/6/2026 - 8/6/2026We are now closed for this event , if you still wish to come please email us and we will see what we can do – thx
The Stelvio earned its place in the hearts of the ‘tifosi’ as far back as 1953 when Fausto Coppi attacked Hugo Koblet before going on to win the stage and claim his fifth and final Giro win in Milan. The Mortirolo, Lance Armstrong reputedly said it was the hardest climb he had ever done, made its first appearance in the Giro in 1990, and is part of the long route Gran Fondo Stelvio Santini.
We have taken over 250 riders to experience the many emotions that these climbs have to offer. Dudley Samuels has personally climbed the Stelvio 11 times, and every time was even more exciting than the time before. The SteIvio awaits!
This, the greatest of the great Gran Fondos, starts and finishes in bella Bormio, in the Italian Alps, also know as the ‘Magnifica Terra’.
Our 4-star hotel perfectly placed, for the start / finish line in the heart of Bormio.
NOW WITH A GRAVEL OPTION !
For the first timea gravel route is added, to explore dirt and agro-sylvo-pastoral roads in a still intact natural environment. Start and finish in Bormio, with two routes , 44 km with 1,400 m of elevation gain or 70 km with 2,000 m. Those who choose the long one face the climb to the Cancano Lakes via Boscopiano – the lake is AMAZING , a challenging but very impressive section. A trial that combines adventure, mountain air and freedom. As soon as we get pictures of the gravel climbs we will update this section, nevertheless trust me it’s amazing !
4th June 2026 – 8th June 2026 4 nights.
Your Gran Fondo Stelvio Santini – Gravel challenge is on the Saturday 6th June 2026
Your Gran Fondo Stelvio Santini – Road challenge is on Sunday 7th June 2026
How long is the GF Stelvio Santini?
There are 3 distances:
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The Climbs
MORTIROLO
STELVIO
Bike Drop off / Collection Details
Bike Transport Services
Excited? Are you ready for the GF Stelvio Santini? Great, so how much?
TOUR COST PER PERSON
- £999.95 – Early Bird 4-star hotel with swimming pool and wellness centre.
- £150 deposit
- Interim payment £150.00 31/1/2026
- Balance to be paid by 31st March 2026.
- £200.00 – Single room supplement, subject to availability.
- Non rider £75 discount
Please take a look at our payment and cancellations Terms and Conditions.
WHAT DO WE INCLUDE IN YOUR TRIP?
- Transfer to and from Milan Malpensa airport (MXP). Terminal 2
- Bed, breakfast and evening meals at a perfectly located 4-star hotel
- Guaranteed Grand Fondo Stelvio Santini entry
- Pre-event guided rides or do your own thing
- Perfect bike friendly hotel
- Cycle kit washed at 1 euro per item.
- Some other tour operators add these costs to your trip cost
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED?
- Hotel personal tax
- Your other personal hotel costs, such as your bar bill, etc
- Flights
- Other personal expenses
- Personal insurance
It is recommended that you take out personal insurance.
Suggested Weekend Plans
There’s a lot going on for this weekend away , please note this is a mere suggested plan.
Evening meeting plan is 19:00 in the bar and dinner at 19:30
Thursday – Arrival , check in unpack , meet in the bar 19:00 , dinner 19:30
Friday – Subject to time , in the Morning circa 10:00 we shall go and sign on , for Gravel and Road , after this we will have a ride up to the top of the Gavia
Saturday – Those riding the Gravel will make their way to the start 44km / 70km , the remainder of us will have an easier ride upto the Cancano Lake
Sunday – Big day , the Long and Medium start first , whilst riding if you change your mind on the distance just take the relevant route at the medium/long split. If you are riding the short it has a different starting place , which across the road from the other plaus a different start time.
Monday – Coach leaves at 10:00 , heading back to Malpensa Airport Terminal 2 , those at Teminal 2 its just a short internal train journey.
Bike Hire
Should you wish to hire a bike we suggest you book early as it’s a busy period. We work with Celso Bike hire and clothing shop , when contacting them mention your staying at the Palace Hotel in Bormio
website is http://celsobike.it/en
Flight arrivals & departures
Outbound
Fly into Milan Malpensa airport (MXP) airport – Terminal 2
Ensure you are cleared through customs and can get across to Terminal 2 by 13:00
Coach departs Terminal 2 at 13:30 a.m.
Return
Coach departs from the hotel at 10:00 a.m.
3-hour transfer, so book your return flight with this in mind.
N.B. The coach will drop you off at Terminal 2 Milan Malpensa, so factor in time to get to Terminal 1
What we need from you
- Date of birth
- Medical Certificate, date to be current with this event
- Jersey Size
Terms and Conditions
PAYMENT
Many thanks for deciding to take a trip with European Cycle Events, we really look forward to seeing you.
All Events and Bespoke trip payments
Your deposit payment, which secures your place on your trip, is taken by Stripe Online Payments along with balance payments.
Our terms and conditions can be found here.
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Departure6/6/26 & 7/6/2026
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Departure Time4/6/2026 - 8/6/2026
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