Centochilometri della Granocchia
The non-competitive cycling tour through the Ombrone Valley, Farma Valley, and Upper Maremma
About Centochilometri della Granocchia
A ride through the heart of the Tuscan Maremma
The Centochilometri della Granocchia is one of the most beloved non-competitive cycling tours in the province of Grosseto. Every year on April 25th, it draws hundreds of enthusiasts to Paganico, a village in the municipality of Civitella Paganico, Tuscany. Established in 2013, the event is organized by the A.S.D. Ciclistica Valdombrone in collaboration with the Pro Loco of Paganico, the Municipality of Civitella Paganico, and Uisp, a long-standing partner of the event.
Three routes for every rider
The strength of the Centochilometri lies in its tracks, designed to accommodate cyclists of all levels, from road bikes to e-bikes:
- Long route: approximately 120 km with 2,270 meters of elevation gain, including a timed section;
- Medium route: 90 km with approximately 1,650 meters of elevation gain;
- Short route: approximately 68 km with 1,000 meters of elevation gain.
The routes traverse the Ombrone Valley, the Farma Valley, and the Upper Maremma, touching fascinating locations such as the Tocchi Nature Reserve, the Petriolo thermal baths, and the villages of Civitella Marittima, Pari, Monticiano, Iesa, Torniella, and Roccastrada.
Sport, landscape, and conviviality
The Centochilometri della Granocchia is not a race, but a celebration of cycle tourism: the goal is to promote the Maremma on two wheels in a spirit of friendship and discovery. Along the routes, participants find refreshment stops, technical assistance, and a broom wagon service, while the day concludes with the essential pasta party at the Casa del Fiume and tastings of local products.
A recognized event
The event is part of the Tuscan Cycle Tourism Circuit and the Grand Duchy of Tuscany Tour, confirming its deep roots in the regional amateur scene. Edition after edition, the Granocchia has seen the number of participants grow to over 400, becoming one of the most anticipated dates on the Maremma spring calendar.
Centochilometri della Granocchia — edition 2026
2026 Edition — The Thirteenth
The 13th edition of the Centochilometri della Granocchia, held on Saturday, April 25, 2026, marked a new record with approximately 400 participants. The three routes (short 67 km, medium 90 km, long 120 km with 2,270 meters of elevation gain) traversed the Ombrone Valley, the Farma Valley, and the Upper Maremma on a sunny spring day.
The vineyard time trial
On the 4 km timed section through the vineyards, the winners were Matia Burini (Unione Ciclistica Trasimeno) among the men, with 10'15", and Oriana Goretti (Mbm Le Querce) among the women, with 13'43". The largest team was Marevettamare with 23 athletes.
Between refreshment stops, local product tastings, and the final pasta party, the Ciclistica Valdombrone organization renewed its collaboration with local authorities and Uisp, defining the edition as "a great celebration of cycle tourism".
Programme Centochilometri della Granocchia 2026
- 8:30-9:00 — Meeting, registration, and open start from Piazza della Vittoria / Casa del Fiume
- Three routes: short 67 km, medium 90 km, long 120 km (with a 4 km timed section through the vineyards)
- Refreshment stops and assistance along the routes; broom wagon service
- Time trial on the timed section
- Final pasta party and local product tasting at the Casa del Fiume
Highlights Centochilometri della Granocchia 2026
- Participation record: approximately 400 registered riders
- Time trial winners: Matia Burini (10'15") and Oriana Goretti (13'43")
- Largest team: Marevettamare with 23 athletes
- Routes through the Ombrone Valley, Farma Valley, and Upper Maremma
Prices Centochilometri della Granocchia 2026
Practical information — Centochilometri della Granocchia
How to get there
Paganico is located along the SS223 Grosseto-Siena road, with a dedicated exit. By train, the reference station is Grosseto; by car, the Paganico exit on the expressway is the most convenient.
Meeting point and departure
Meeting point and registration at La Casa del Fiume in Paganico. Departure is "à la française" (open start) from 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM from Piazza della Vittoria.
Registration
Registration can be done online or on-site. The fee includes refreshment stops, assistance, broom wagon service, and the final pasta party. For information: tel. +39 0564 905706, [email protected], www.valdombrone.com.
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Where does it take place — Centochilometri della Granocchia
La Casa del Fiume, Paganico
Piazza della Vittoria, 58045 Civitella Paganico