The Giro d’Italia comes to Trentino

Days of celebration to cheer on the great champions of cycling

This year, the Giro d’Italia, scheduled from May 9 to June 1, 2025, will pass through Trentino, with the finish of the 16th stage in San Valentino di Brentonico and the start of the 17th stage the following day from San Michele all’Adige.

Stage 16 is set for Tuesday, May 27, featuring a summit finish in San Valentino di Brentonico after nearly 200 kilometers and 5,000 meters of elevation gain, which could prove decisive for the overall classification. The following day, Wednesday, May 28, the "Corsa Rosa" will resume from San Michele all’Adige, kicking off another iconic stage featuring the climbs of Passo del Tonale and Mortirolo before the finish in Bormio. Spectacle is guaranteed!

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A thrill to be experienced

Seeing a live road cycling race is truly an experience to be had. When the race passes by, everything happens quickly: the relay motorcycles zoom past, then the breakaway cyclists and the race captains. Next, there are the chasers trying to catch up. Finally there is the peloton, with the sprinters bringing up the rear, further behind and in high spirits. Every rider gets a special cheer and applause.

Going to see the Giro d’Italia is an experience full of joy and excitement. In Trentino there is more than one opportunity to see professional riders in action. As well as the Giro, the Tour of the Alps, one of the most important and prestigious stage races on the professional circuit, also passes through the region.

Then, after the champions, it’s your turn: we have selected and highlighted the best legendary ascents – unforgettable routes that have hosted historic cycling feats and that you can retrace while trying to beat your personal best.

Published on 04/02/2025