FIM EnduroGP – Italian GP (Onde di Sport – Spring)
The World Enduro Championship arrives in Custonaci, set between marble quarries and Mount Cofano
About EnduroGP Custonaci
The World Enduro Championship arrives in Custonaci
In April 2026, the town of Custonaci, located in the province of Trapani in the heart of western Sicily, became the world capital of enduro by hosting Round 1 of the Paulo Duarte FIM EnduroGP World Championship, the Italian GP that kicked off the world season. After fifteen years, the Enduro World Championship returned to this region, bringing a premier event of the International Motorcycling Federation to Sicily for the very first time.
Onde di Sport – Spring: More than just a race
The competition is the centerpiece of Onde di Sport – Spring, an event promoted by the Municipality of Custonaci with the support of the Sicilian Region (Department of Tourism, Sport and Entertainment). As Mayor Fabrizio Fonte explained, the vision is that a major sporting event should not be confined to the race track, but should serve as an opportunity for territorial and cultural promotion. For this reason, alongside the races, there is live music, folk performances, and a gastronomic village.
The course and special tests
The headquarters is the Paddock set up in Contrada Santa Lucia, on Via Macallè, in the coastal area. The Moto Club Custonaci Enduro ASD has designed a technical track of approximately 45 kilometers, to be completed four times a day for nearly seven hours of daily racing, winding through the striking marble quarries, forests, and the slopes of Mount Cofano. The special tests include the AKRAPOVIC Super Test on Friday evening, the POLISPORT Extreme Test featuring natural obstacles, the GMOTO Enduro Test through woods and rocks, and the EXPOTRADE Cross Test, a fast loop where throttle control is key.
Champions from around the world
Over one hundred riders from seventeen nations are at the starting line, divided into the EnduroGP, Enduro2, Women's Enduro, Junior, and Youth classes, with numerous world champions in attendance. It is an international showcase that draws enthusiasts and curious spectators alike, attracting tens of thousands of people along the routes.
Celebration, music, and flavors
The side program brings the paddock to life from morning until night. On Friday, local schools meet the riders, while the evenings feature live music; the Gruppo Folk Cala Bukuto performs roaming shows, and the Gastronomic Village opens daily at noon, highlighting the food and wine excellence of Custonaci and the Trapani area. Admission to all areas is free, in line with the event's popular and tourist-oriented spirit.
EnduroGP Custonaci — edition 2026
2026 Edition: World Enduro in Sicily
The 2026 edition, part of Onde di Sport – Spring, brought the first round of the Enduro World Championship to Custonaci, opening on Friday, April 10 with the AKRAPOVIC Super Test and continuing on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 with races starting at 9:00 AM and awards ceremonies in the afternoon. The technical 45 km track, repeated four times daily, crossed marble quarries, forests, and the Mount Cofano area, drawing a large crowd of spectators.
Verdicts on the track
On Saturday, Josep Garcia dominated the premier class ahead of Steve Holcombe and Andrea Verona; on Sunday, the overall victory went to Brad Freeman, ahead of Andrea Verona and Garcia himself. In the Women's Enduro, Martel won for the first time in history. The edition also saw the debut of the E-Enduro class on the same courses as the absolute champions.
More than just racing
The Contrada Santa Lucia paddock hosted the Gastronomic Village, performances by the Gruppo Folk Cala Bukuto, and evening live music (Tore Cusenza and Valerio Vox on Friday, The New Band and Juke Box Band over the weekend), in addition to meetings between local schools and the riders.
Programme EnduroGP Custonaci 2026
Friday, April 10 – Morning: Paddock open to local schools and meet-and-greet with riders. Afternoon: Prologue with the AKRAPOVIC Super Test. Evening: Live music with Tore Cusenza and Valerio Vox.
Saturday, April 11 – 9:00 AM: Start of races (Day 1) on the 45 km technical track, repeated four times; awards ceremony in the afternoon. Evening: Live music with The New Band and Juke Box Band.
Sunday, April 12 – 9:00 AM: Start of races (Day 2); final awards ceremony in the afternoon. Gastronomic Village open daily at noon with roaming performances by the Gruppo Folk Cala Bukuto.
Highlights EnduroGP Custonaci 2026
- Round 1 of the FIM EnduroGP World Championship, the first Italian GP held in Sicily
- Over one hundred riders from 17 nations and numerous world champions at the start
- Spectacular track through marble quarries, forests, and Mount Cofano
- Victories by Josep Garcia (Day 1) and Brad Freeman (Day 2 / overall)
- Debut of the E-Enduro class and historic first female victory by Martel
- Gastronomic Village, live music, and folklore with the Gruppo Folk Cala Bukuto
Prices EnduroGP Custonaci 2026
Practical information — EnduroGP Custonaci
How to get there
Custonaci can be reached by car via the A29 Palermo–Mazara del Vallo motorway (Castellammare del Golfo exit) and the SS187 road. The nearest airports are Trapani–Birgi and Palermo–Punta Raisi.
Where it takes place
The Paddock and the heart of the event are located in Contrada Santa Lucia, Via Macallè, with race tracks extending into the territory of Castellammare del Golfo and the Mount Cofano area.
Admission and tips
Admission is free. Comfortable clothing and footwear are recommended for the dirt paths, along with a hat and water for sunny days.
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Where does it take place — EnduroGP Custonaci
Paddock di Contrada Santa Lucia
Contrada Santa Lucia, via Macallè, 91015 Custonaci