2027 Nove Colli – May
Event Date: 23/5/2026 - Tbc Tour Dates: 20/5/2027 > 24/5/2027 - Tbc
It was 20th May at 5 o’clock in the morning and there were just 17 pioneers at that adventure. The start? It was at the historic location of Bar del Corso, the ancient base of the association. That is where the story begins and became the oldest Gran Fondo in Italy – if not the world ! It’s been a while since we attended the Nove Colli and long time over due, so come and join us , the Nove Colli set the bar for Gran Fondo’s around the world.
In 2027 the event will be in its 56th edition so that’s a good enough reason to join us. There are two distances to choose from, 205km max (3265m) , 130km max (1827m) both are challenging and will step up your limits in cycling. There’s also a gravel course available , see details below.
We have two packages which are clearly detailed below .
Routes
Below is a guide to the two routes long and medium , from time to time they are tweked but not much.
LONG ROUTE
Medium Route
Gravel Route
We are waiting on the profile,
Length: 107 Km
Maximum altitude: 450 m
Elevation gain: 1798 m
Max slope: 16 %
Packages
Tour cost per person
We have teamed up with the best/perfect 4 star and 3 star cycling hotel in Cesenatico which has been designed for the cyclist. We have detailed our package , we have shared and single occupancy rooms available. In addition if you choose not to bring your bike then we have various options on hiring a Pinarello, these can be fond below under the section bike hire. Please note our packages INCLUDES ENTRY TO THE EVENT.
OUR CHOSEN HOTELS ARE NEXT TO EACH OTHER AND JUST 2KM FROM THE START/FINISH OF THE EVENT
4- Star Hotel – Based on 2 people sharing £ 1299.95 each , Single Occupancy £1399.95
3- Star Hotel – Based on 2 people sharing £ 1099.95 each , Single Occupancy £1299.95
- Bike jersey Lungomare
- Access to the wellness centre of the Lungomare Hotel
- Laundry service for technical sportswear
- Beach towel available for the wellness area and swimming pool
- Bathrobe at your disposal
- Wine on tap at dinner
- Soft drinks in the minibar in the room
- 1 voucher for € 25.00 per room for beauty treatments, massages, pressotherapy/thermotherapy after training
- 10% discount on pressotherapy and thermotherapy
- Up to 6 different everyday tours, for different levels
- Water for the flasks
- Bananas and mineral salts for the tours
- Rich breakfast
- Post-training buffet from 12:00 to 16:30
- Carefully prepared dinner with meat, fish and vegetarian first and second courses
- Water on tap during meals
- Flask in the room
- Kettle in the room for making coffee, tea and herbal tea
- Free W-LAN
- Access to the Lungogym fitness studio in the Lungomare Bike Hotel with panoramic sea view and Technogym equipment
- Large bicycle room (with space for more than 130 bicycles), secure and equipped with washing area, small repairs and compressor.
- Mechanic available
- Entry to the event
- Airport Transfers – Bologna Airport
- Half Board 4 Star Hotel
- 4 Nights
- Guided rides each day – various levels
Cost
When and what do you need to pay ?
£200.00 deposit secures your place
4- Star Hotel – All Inclusive Package – Based on 2 people sharing £ 1299.95 each , Single Occupancy £1399.95
3- Star Hotel – All Inclusive Package – Based on 2 people sharing £ 1099.95 each , Single Occupancy £1299.95
Balance on/by 6/4/2027
What’s not included
What’s not included in your trip
- Hotel personal tax
- Your other personal hotel costs, such as your bar bill, etc
- Other personal expenses
- Personal insurance
It is recommended that you take out personal insurance.
Bike Transfer Drop off / Collection
BIKE TRANSPORT SERVICES
Pinarello Bike Hire options
We can organise bike hire for you should you wish not to bring your bike, below are the prices and bike options , all Pinarello.
Although we are on a 4 day trip our suggestion is to pay for bike hire from day two as day one is arrival and unpack etc.
3 Day bike hire
Please refer to http://www.pinarello.com/uk/en for frame sizes.
Pinarello Dogma X 50/34 Chainset , 11/32 cassette , Shimano Dura Ace Di2 , Disc. – 3 days £275.00
Pinarello Prince 50/34 Chainset , 11/32 cassette , Ultegra Di2 , Disc , 3 Days £215.00
Pinarello F5. 50/34 Chainset , 11/32 cassette , 105 Di2 , Disc , 3 days £199.00
If you opt for bike hire I would suggest you bring your own pedals as they have worn well with your shoes
if you don’t please let us know the pedal type you use.
Deposit for bike hire is £125.00 and the balance on/by 6/4/2026
Flights and Airport
Please ensure you are through passport control by 11:00 am – as the coach leaves at – 11:30 am – Bologna Airport
On return the coach leaves the hotel at 3pm > Bologna Airport
What about the ‘Small Print’ and payment?
PAYMENT
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Departure23/5/2026 - Tbc
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Departure Time20/5/2027 > 24/5/2027 - Tbc
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