Granfondo Nove Colli

Italy's great people's granfondo starts on the seafront at Cesenatico and heads into the Romagna hills, where the long route strings together the nine climbs that give it its name, the steep Barbotto among them. The long route covers 200 km and 3,814 m of climbing, spread over many short-to-medium ascents rather than one giant pass, so steady pacing beats raw climbing power. The 56th edition is on May 23, 2027. Entry opens at noon on December 5, 2026, starting at 110 euros and rising in steps, and online entry closes on May 3. Late-May heat in the hills can be a factor, and a 137 km road route with 1,872 m of climbing offers a gentler option for riders not ready for the full nine.