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Gran Fondo Strade Bianche
Siena
,
Italy
08 Mar 2026
Europe’s most southerly northern classic: the Gran Fondo that covers the same gravel roads tackled by the great champions of world cycling. The start is set from the Fortezza Medicea (Medici Fortress) and the arrival arch is located in the splendid setting of Piazza del Campo, with the possibility of choosing between the long 138.5 km route (2000 metres of elevation gain and 9 gravel sections) or the shorter 87 km route (1350 metres of elevation gain and 6 gravel sections).
FAQ - Gran Fondo Strade Bianche
Gran Fondo Strade Bianche takes place at 08 Mar 2026
Gran Fondo Strade Bianche takes place in Siena, Italy
Although there is no general rule for the minimum preparation time, we recommend at least 12 weeks of training for a race like Gran Fondo Strade Bianche
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