Two days of motorcycling, scenic rides, and local specialties at Lake Gramolazzo
The International Motorcycle Rally of the Lakes of Garfagnana is one of the most anticipated motorcycling events of the Tuscan summer. The festival takes place on the banks of Lake Gramolazzo, a hamlet in the municipality of Minucciano, in the province of Lucca, within a natural amphitheater where the basin's waters reflect the majestic peaks of the Apuan Alps. Now in its twentieth edition in 2026, the event confirms a proven formula that blends a passion for two wheels, exploration of the territory, and Garfagnana hospitality.
The event is organized by the Motoclub The Lake's Bikers, an amateur sports association founded in 2006 "almost as a bet" among a group of friends passionate about motorcycles. Over the years, the club has become one of the largest and most active in the province of Lucca, a true family that every summer opens the doors of the Garfagnana to motorcyclists from all over Italy and abroad, giving the event a truly international dimension.
The heart of the rally lies in the scenic motorcycle rides that traverse the villages and mountain passes of the Garfagnana and the Media Valle del Serchio. In previous editions, the routes have touched towns such as Piazza al Serchio, Camporgiano, Poggio, and Careggine, with picturesque stops like the "Giant Bench" at Lake Vagli, and escorted itineraries winding through Siliano, Dalli, Magliano, and San Michele. Hairpin turns, views of the lakes, and the Apuan peaks make this tour an ideal experience for those who love riding immersed in nature.
Beyond the motorcycles, the rally is a feast of taste and social life. The evenings and lunches feature local products of the Garfagnana, including traditional Lucchese peasant dishes, accompanied by live music and DJ sets that animate the lake area until late. A campsite equipped with toilets and showers is also available, opening on Friday afternoon, allowing participants to fully enjoy the weekend on the shores of the basin.
The Garfagnana Lakes Motorcycle Rally represents a perfect opportunity to discover a lesser-known corner of Tuscany, far from the classic tourist destinations. Between the Apuan Alps, the alpine lakes, and the small villages of the municipality of Minucciano, the event promotes the Garfagnana territory and its welcoming spirit, uniting the group spirit of bikers with the authenticity of the Lucchese mountains.
The 20th International Motorcycle Rally of the Lakes of Garfagnana will be held on July 25 and 26, 2026, on the shores of Lake Gramolazzo, in the municipality of Minucciano. The twentieth-anniversary edition will feature the formula appreciated over the years: scenic motorcycle rides through the Apuan Alps and the villages of the Garfagnana, local products, live music, and DJ sets, in addition to the equipped campsite available from Friday afternoon. The detailed program, including times and routes, will be communicated by the Motoclub The Lake's Bikers closer to the event.
Lake Gramolazzo is located in the municipality of Minucciano (LU), in the upper Garfagnana. By car or motorcycle, it can be reached from the Aulla motorway exit (A15) or from Castelnuovo di Garfagnana along the SS445. The nearest train station is in Piazza al Serchio on the Lucca-Aulla line.
Entry to the rally requires a registration fee which includes a gadget (10 euros in previous editions). A campsite with toilets and showers is available starting from Friday afternoon. Lunches and dinners featuring local products are offered in the event area.
Motoclub The Lake's Bikers - tel. +39 333 2241731 (Stefano), email [email protected], website www.lakesbikers.it
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