300 km in one day on the Apennines with a 50cc moped
The Transappenninica Endurance 50cc is one of the most original events on the Italian motorcycle touring calendar: a crossing of about 300 km in a single day, to be covered on a small 50cc moped. The event starts and ends in Località La Valle di Gropparello, in the Municipality of Gropparello, in the province of Piacenza, in the heart of the Emilian Apennines. Organized by the Synergy ASD association, it is a non-competitive event, framed within the discipline of motorcycle touring, with a recreational, sporting, historical, and cultural character.
The route is a demanding journey that goes from Emilia-Romagna to the Ligurian coast, and then returns by crossing the inner Apennines. Along the approximately 300 km, you will cross the Val Trebbia, the Val d'Aveto, and the Ligurian coast, with the return route touching Borgo Val di Taro in the province of Parma, the Mignano basin, and the medieval village of Castell'Arquato. You will face steep inclines and significant temperature variations, from a few degrees in the morning at altitude to the heat of the coast.
50cc scooters and mopeds, 2 or 4 wheels, 2 or 4 strokes, provided they are road-legal and comply with traffic regulations, can participate. An additional category called "Assaggiatori" (Tasters) is available for larger engine sizes. The watchword is self-sufficiency: no assistance or recovery service is provided along the route. Each participant must manage on their own, following about 15 mandatory checkpoints with GPS coordinates and geolocation via WhatsApp.
More than a race, the Transappenninica is a test of endurance and a celebration for lovers of small engine sizes, combining the sporting challenge, the discovery of the Apennine territory, and moments of conviviality. The number of participants is limited to about a hundred registered individuals, confirming the intimate and selective nature of the initiative, capable of attracting enthusiasts from all over Italy to this corner of the province of Piacenza, in Emilia-Romagna.
The Transappenninica Endurance 50cc 2026 is confirmed for Saturday, June 14, 2026, with start and finish in Località La Valle di Gropparello, in the province of Piacenza. The approximately 300 km route crosses Val Trebbia, Val d'Aveto, and the Ligurian coast, returning towards Borgo Val di Taro, Mignano, and Castell'Arquato. The non-competitive event is organized by Synergy ASD and is open to a maximum of 100 participants.
Along the approximately 300 km route, there are about 15 mandatory checkpoints with GPS coordinates and geolocation via WhatsApp. No assistance or recovery service is provided: the watchword is self-sufficiency. Upon arrival, a barbecue for all participants.
A 300 km one-day crossing on a 50cc moped, through Val Trebbia, Val d'Aveto, the Ligurian coast, Borgo Val di Taro, and Castell'Arquato. Geolocated checkpoints, total self-sufficiency, and a final barbecue upon arrival.
Gropparello is located in the hilly hinterland of the province of Piacenza, in Emilia-Romagna. By car, it can be reached from the A1 motorway (Fiorenzuola d'Arda exit) or the A21, then continuing on provincial roads towards Località La Valle. The nearest train station is Piacenza, from which you can continue by car.
Registration is done online, with a maximum of 100 participants and closing about 15 days before the event. Registrations on the day itself are not accepted. The fee is 100 euros for members and 115 euros for non-members (including the 15 euro ASI MT membership card). The fee includes gadgets, event banner, geolocation monitoring, and a barbecue upon arrival.
Participants must be adults with a valid license, possess the ASI National MT card, a smartphone with geolocation enabled via WhatsApp, and a regularly insured vehicle.
Official website: transappenninica50cc.wordpress.com — Email: [email protected] — Phone: +39 328 4886418.
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