Il Carpegna mi basta

A Granfondo in the Heart of Montefeltro

Il Carpegna mi basta is the mountain bike granfondo that every June draws hundreds of bikers from all over Central Italy to Carpegna, in the Province of Pesaro and Urbino. The event takes place entirely on the slopes of Monte Carpegna, the symbolic mountain of the Marche's Montefeltro region, offering a perfect balance of nature, sport, and tradition. Organized by G.C. Carpegna in collaboration with G.S. Mondobici, it is now a regular fixture on the Italian MTB calendar.

On the Roads of Marco Pantani

The race has a special soul: it is dedicated to the legendary Marco Pantani, who found his ideal training ground on the slopes of Monte Carpegna. Pedaling here means retracing the roads and dirt tracks that forged one of the greatest climbers in cycling history, immersed in an Apennine landscape of woods, high-altitude meadows, and views stretching to the Adriatic Sea.

Four Routes for Everyone

The strength of the event lies in the variety of routes, designed to accommodate competitors, cycle tourists, and young people:

• Marathon — 60 km and 2500 meters of elevation gain, the most challenging route, with technical sections reserved for the most expert bikers;
• Granfondo — 42 km and 1800 meters of elevation gain, the queen distance, open to both competitors and cycle tourists;
• Short — approximately 31 km and 1300 meters of elevation gain, non-competitive and without particularly technical sections, ideal for those who want to enjoy the mountain;
• Young — a route dedicated to youth categories.

More Than a Race: A Bike Experience

In recent years, the event has grown to become a true weekend dedicated to two wheels, with registration and welcome services already available on Saturday. On race day Sunday, the village of Carpegna comes alive from the early morning hours with start grids, cheering along the routes, and convivial moments. The event is part of numerous large-area MTB circuits, including the Rampitek Series, Appennino Superbike, Romagna Bike Cup, and Coppa Marche, confirming its prestige in the off-road scene.

Carpegna and Montefeltro

The setting for the day is Carpegna, a small municipality in the Province of Pesaro and Urbino known for its DOP ham, the Palazzo dei Principi, and its proximity to the Sasso Simone and Simoncello Natural Park. A border territory between Marche, Romagna, and Tuscany that makes its hilly and mountainous landscape its calling card: the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable ride.