Monastero di Vasco Cross Country MTB

A day of mountain biking in Monastero di Vasco

The Monastero di Vasco Cross Country MTB is the stage that this small town in the Province of Cuneo, Piedmont, dedicates to mountain biking as part of the Challenge MTB in Granda circuit. The race is scheduled for Sunday, September 13, 2026, bringing dozens of amateur bikers to the hills of Val Casotto, ready to tackle a cross-country course featuring dirt tracks, challenging climbs, and technical sections through the woods.

The Challenge MTB in Granda

The Monastero di Vasco event is not an isolated race: it is part of the Challenge MTB in Granda, an amateur championship consisting of five events spread between spring and autumn across the towns of the Cuneo area. The 2026 circuit includes Sanfrè, Gorzegno, Trinità, and Monastero di Vasco, alternating between cross-country races and time trials. Participants who compete in multiple stages contribute to the final Challenge standings, designed to reward consistency over individual exploits.

The organization is backed by a network of local clubs: the Asd di Monastero di Vasco with its cycling group Mo.Va Bike, the Centro Coordinamento Ciclismo Cuneo, Asd Gorzegno, Asd Ma.Gi. Cuneo, and Sc Trinità. This same association network also drives other cycling initiatives in Monastero di Vasco, a testament to a community that lives and breathes cycling.

Who is the race for?

The Monastero di Vasco Cross Country MTB is open to amateur cyclists of all ages, divided into classic off-road categories: Beginners, Junior, Senior, Veterans, Gentlemen, Supergentlemen, and Women. It is a popular and inclusive event where, alongside the most trained athletes, there is plenty of room for enthusiasts simply looking for a beautiful Sunday of sport and nature.

Sport and local area

More than just a race, this stage is an opportunity to discover an authentic corner of Piedmont. The hills around Monastero di Vasco, just a few kilometers from Mondovì, offer a landscape of woods, meadows, and hamlets that provide a natural backdrop for the race. For the town, it is also a festive occasion: the passing of the bikers, the gathering, the awards ceremony, and the conviviality make the day a small event for the whole community.