Turin International Granfondo – Luca Ferrero Memorial

The Granfondo in the heart of Turin

The Turin International Granfondo is a classic event in the amateur cycling calendar of Northwest Italy. Organized by GS Alpi, every spring it draws hundreds of cycling enthusiasts to the Piedmontese capital for a race with a unique characteristic in Italy: it takes place entirely within a metropolitan area—the Metropolitan City of Turin—without ever truly leaving the city limits.

A route riding through history

The 2026 course measures 113 km with 1,900 meters of elevation gain (115.7 km total to the finish line) and is described by organizers as both technical and captivating, crossing some of the most scenic corners of the Turin territory. Much of the race follows the same roads as the Milan-Turin, the oldest professional classic in the world: riding here means retracing the paths where legends like Coppi, Bartali, and Merckx wrote cycling history. The climb toward the Turin Hills and the Panoramica Pino Torinese-Superga represents the decisive moment of the race.

The Motovelodrome and the final challenge

The race headquarters is the historic "Fausto Coppi" Motovelodrome on Corso Casale, the starting point for the event. The day concludes with a spectacular time trial held inside the Motovelodrome, reserved for the top 20 men and top 10 women in the overall standings, crowning the King and Queen of the Motovelodrome. It is an original format that turns the finale into a true spectacle for the public.

Memory, sport, and solidarity

Since 2025, the event has been dedicated to Luca Ferrero, a veterinarian and passionate cyclist who passed away in a road accident while training; he was a beloved figure in the community and a local volunteer. Through the charity bib system, funds are raised for the Piccola Casa della Divina Provvidenza – Cottolengo in Turin, an institution where Ferrero volunteered. The eve of the race also includes a tribute to the Grande Torino at the Basilica of Superga, with a wreath-laying ceremony at the monument dedicated to the "Invincibili".

An event for Piedmont

More than just a race, the Turin Granfondo is a celebration of amateur cycling that combines competition, historical memory, and a deep connection to the land. For enthusiasts and cycle tourists, it is an opportunity to discover the hills of Turin and the Asti region while riding safely on roads rich in history, in the heart of Piedmont.