Oleggio Mercurago Gravel (OMG)
Gravel cycling rally between the Ticino Park and Lake Maggiore
About OMG Gravel
OMG: ride, discover, and have fun between the Ticino and Lake Maggiore
Oleggio Mercurago Gravel, widely known as OMG, is one of the most beloved gravel events in Piedmont. It is a non-competitive cycling rally open to gravel bikes, mountain bikes, and e-bikes, based at Parco Beldì in Oleggio, in the heart of the town in the province of Novara. The event is organized by the GRAvel lAND circuit and has adopted the motto "ride, discover, have fun" as its philosophy: no stopwatches, just the pure pleasure of exploring the landscape in the saddle.
Four routes through DOC hills and nature reserves
The beauty of OMG lies in the variety of its tracks, designed to satisfy both those looking for a leisurely ride and those wanting to challenge themselves. The routes cross the DOC hills of Novara, immerse themselves in the gravel roads of the Ticino Park, and reach the shores of Lake Maggiore, passing near the church of Bogogno, Arona, and the parks of the Gola di Mercurago, a nature reserve rich in ancient trails. Each participant receives verified GPX tracks to navigate their chosen route.
An event for the entire gravel community
Much more than just a bike ride, OMG is a gathering that brings together hundreds of enthusiasts from all over Northern Italy every year. The meeting point at Parco Beldì, the staggered "French-style" starts throughout the morning, the refreshment stops along the route, and above all the final pasta party make it a moment of celebration and social connection. Part of the GRAvel lAND circuit calendar, the event helps promote the territory of Oleggio and the entire province of Novara as a prime destination for gravel cycle tourism in Piedmont.
OMG Gravel — edition 2026
La quarta tappa del circuito GRAvel lAND ha animato Oleggio domenica 19 aprile 2026. Il Parco Beldì ha fatto da quartier generale al raduno, con ritrovo dalle 7:30 e partenze scaglionate tra le 8:30 e le 9:00. I partecipanti hanno potuto scegliere tra quattro itinerari di diversa lunghezza e difficoltà, tutti immersi tra strade bianche, vigneti DOC e riserve naturali del Novarese e del Lago Maggiore. A conclusione della giornata, il tradizionale pasta party al Parco Beldì.
Programme OMG Gravel 2026
Domenica 19 aprile 2026 — Parco Beldì, Oleggio
- 07:30 — Ritrovo e ritiro pettorali al Parco Beldì
- 08:30–09:00 — Partenze alla francese
- Lungo il percorso — Ristoro intermedio presso l'Area di Sosta della Miorina, sul lago
- fino alle 16:00 — Pasta party finale al Parco Beldì per tutti gli iscritti
I quattro percorsi
- Small — circa 51-61 km, 480-640 m di dislivello (km di sterrato: ~29)
- Medium — circa 72-77 km, 660-820 m di dislivello (km di sterrato: ~44)
- Large — circa 91-93 km, 850-980 m di dislivello (km di sterrato: ~59)
- Extra Large — circa 111-114 km, 970-1310 m di dislivello (km di sterrato: ~73)
A ogni iscritto le tracce GPX verificate; gadget esclusivo Pissei per i primi 400 iscritti.
Highlights OMG Gravel 2026
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Practical information — OMG Gravel
Location
Start and finish at Parco Beldì, Oleggio (NO), 28047 — Piedmont.
Meeting point and departures
Meeting from 7:30 AM, with staggered "French-style" departures between 8:30 AM and 9:00 AM. Pasta party guaranteed until 4:00 PM.
Registration
Online registration on the official website gravelland.it. An intermediate refreshment stop along the route and a final pasta party are included for all registered participants.
How to get there
Oleggio is accessible via the A26 motorway (Castelletto Ticino exit) and from the Oleggio train station on the Novara-Domodossola line.
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Where does it take place — OMG Gravel
Parco Beldì
Parco Beldì, Via Curtatone, 28047 Oleggio