Giro d'Italia Women Festival

A village celebration in the heart of the Susa Valley

The Giro d'Italia Women Festival is the event through which the municipality of Meana di Susa, in the province of Turin, celebrates the passage of Italy's most important women's stage cycling race. This village in the Upper Susa Valley, nestled at the foot of the legendary Colle delle Finestre, transforms into a hub for cyclists, enthusiasts, and tourists eager to experience the thrill of the 'pink caravan' as it winds through the roads of Piedmont.

Where it takes place

The heart of the event is Piazza Europa, adjacent to the Multi-purpose Center on Via Travot 1. The village squares and streets come alive with stalls and festive displays, while the entire community—including the Pro Loco, volunteers, local associations, the brass band, and civil protection—works together to welcome visitors from across the region and abroad.

The program

The festival offers a rich calendar designed for all ages:

• Food stalls featuring traditional Susa Valley specialties and local mountain products;
• Market featuring local producers, artisans, and hobbyists;
• Cycling industry exhibitors and a vintage bicycle exhibition;
• Occitan music and live concerts, featuring performances by the Società Filarmonica Meanese;
• Documentary screening dedicated to the Colle delle Finestre as a 'super-stage';
• Live broadcast of the race's ascent to Colle delle Finestre and children's games.

Colle delle Finestre, a natural stage

At 2,176 meters above sea level, the Colle delle Finestre is one of the most evocative and challenging climbs in Italian cycling. Its gravel sections and panoramic hairpin bends make it the perfect setting for the challenges of the Giro d'Italia Women. Meana di Susa, a town crossed by the race, views this passage as an extraordinary opportunity to showcase its territory, the Susa Valley, and the Cenischia Valley, promoting high-quality sports and nature tourism.

A community event

The Giro Festival is, above all, a village celebration rooted in volunteerism and local identity. The Occitan traditions, mountain gastronomy, and the warm hospitality of the locals create a genuine atmosphere that, since its very first edition, has seen participation far exceeding expectations, confirming the tourism potential of this corner of Piedmont.