Granfondo della Ceramica
Sicily's longest-running granfondo cycling race, between the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Madonie mountains
About Granfondo della Ceramica
The longest-running granfondo in Sicily
The Granfondo della Ceramica is a historic fixture in Sicilian amateur cycling, recognized as the island's longest-running cycling event. Organized by the ASD Bici Club Stefanese, it takes place in Santo Stefano di Camastra, a refined village on the Tyrrhenian coast in the province of Messina, world-renowned for its artistic ceramics. The race takes its name from this identity, making the ceramic tradition a hallmark of the entire event.
A route between sea and mountains
The start and finish lines are located on Viale Giacomo Leopardi, while the event headquarters is set up in the evocative Palazzo Trabia, home to the Ceramics Museum. From here, cyclists set off on routes that alternate between views of the Tyrrhenian Sea and climbs into the hinterland, at the foot of the Madonie Park. The event offers several options: a long and challenging granfondo route, a shorter mediofondo route, and a cycle-touring track open to those seeking the pleasure of riding without the pressure of a stopwatch.
Regional titles at stake
The Granfondo della Ceramica is more than just a popular two-wheeled celebration: it is a prestigious race that awards the FCI Sicily Regional Granfondo Championship titles and the ACSI Ciclismo regional titles, with champion jerseys for various men's and women's categories. The inclusion of the youth sector, with Juniors competing on the mediofondo route, confirms the event's commitment to nurturing the island's next generation of cyclists.
Sport, art, and territory
Riding in the Granfondo della Ceramica means immersing yourself in a day where sport blends with the art and culture of one of Sicily's most fascinating villages. The Municipality of Santo Stefano di Camastra welcomes athletes and their companions in a festive atmosphere, amidst ceramic workshops, sea views, and the typical hospitality of the Sicily Region. For many participants, the race is also an opportunity to discover a territory rich in history, flavors, and landscapes, from the Tyrrhenian beaches to the slopes of the Madonie.
A community of enthusiasts
Year after year, the Granfondo della Ceramica brings together clubs and individual amateur cyclists from all over Sicily, building a loyal community that recognizes this race as a symbol of their passion. The organizational care, focus on safety, and welcoming atmosphere make it one of the benchmark events in the regional granfondo calendar.
Granfondo della Ceramica — edition 2026
19th edition - June 28, 2026
The nineteenth Granfondo della Ceramica is scheduled for Sunday, June 28, 2026, in Santo Stefano di Camastra (ME), with the start and finish on Viale Giacomo Leopardi. The date, originally planned for April, has been moved to late June by an organizational technical decision.
The three routes
- Granfondo: 117 km with 1,829 meters of elevation gain, start at 8:30 AM
- Mediofondo: 77 km with 1,046 meters of elevation gain, start at 8:30 AM
- Cycle-touring: 64.5 km with approximately 400 meters of elevation gain, start at 8:35 AM
The meeting point, accreditation, and race pack collection take place at Palazzo Trabia - Ceramics Museum: Saturday, June 27 from 4:00 PM to 7:30 PM and Sunday, June 28 from 6:15 AM to 7:50 AM. The starting grid opens at 7:30 AM.
Titles and categories
The 2026 edition awards the FCI Sicily Regional Granfondo Championship titles and the ACSI Ciclismo regional titles (Granfondo and Mediofondo) for men's and women's categories aged 17 and over, including Super Gentleman categories for those over 60. There is also space for the youth sector with Juniors on the mediofondo route.
Programme Granfondo della Ceramica 2026
Saturday, June 27, 2026
- 16:00-19:30 - Accreditation and race pack collection at Palazzo Trabia (Ceramics Museum)
Sunday, June 28, 2026
- 6:15 - Meeting point, bib collection (until 7:50) - Palazzo Trabia
- 7:30 - Starting grid opens
- 8:30 - Start for Master and Juniors (Granfondo 117 km and Mediofondo 77 km routes)
- 8:35 - Start for Cycle-touring route (64.5 km)
- Time limit: mandatory transit by 11:50 AM for the long route
- Following - Award ceremony
Highlights Granfondo della Ceramica 2026
- Granfondo 117 km / 1,829 m elevation gain
- Mediofondo 77 km / 1,046 m elevation gain
- Cycle-touring 64.5 km / ~400 m elevation gain
- FCI Sicily and ACSI Ciclismo regional titles
- Headquarters at Palazzo Trabia - Ceramics Museum
Prices Granfondo della Ceramica 2026
Practical information — Granfondo della Ceramica
How to get there
Santo Stefano di Camastra is located on the Tyrrhenian coast of Messina, along the SS113 road. By car, it can be reached via the A20 Messina-Palermo motorway (Santo Stefano di Camastra exit). The Santo Stefano di Camastra-Mistretta railway station is on the Palermo-Messina line.
Registration and fees
Online registration is available on the official website and through dedicated circuits. Cycle-touring fees are around 35 euros; Master fees follow a tiered pricing structure based on the registration date (starting from 50 euros). A valid 2026 cycling license (FCI, ACSI, or recognized body) and a competitive sports medical certificate are mandatory.
Headquarters
Meeting point, accreditation, and race pack collection are at Palazzo Trabia - Ceramics Museum; start and finish are on Viale Giacomo Leopardi.
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Where does it take place — Granfondo della Ceramica
Palazzo Trabia - Museo delle Ceramiche
Viale Giacomo Leopardi, 98077 Santo Stefano di Camastra