Gran Fondo Strade Bianche - Sienne 2027

Gran Fondo Strade Bianche is an amateur road cycling event held in Siena, Tuscany, coinciding with the professional Strade Bianche race weekend. Participants begin at the Fortezza Medicea and conclude in Siena. The professional race takes place on Saturday, followed by the amateur event on Sunday. Cyclists can choose between the 93.3 km Medio Fondo and the 144.3 km Gran Fondo. Registration is open to adults who must provide a recent medical certificate, signed by a doctor, confirming their fitness for strenuous cardiovascular activity. The name Strade Bianche translates to “white roads,” acknowledging the unpaved gravel paths that define the course. The route culminates with the challenging Santa Caterina ascent into Siena's center, leading to the finish line near Piazza del Campo, mirroring the professionals' final approach. Many attendees extend their visit to Siena for a long weekend, observing the professional riders during their Saturday sign-on, start, and finish before competing in their own event the following day. Travel packages commonly feature lodging, confirmed entry, bicycle rental possibilities, transportation, a ride briefing, and a guided tour of Siena.