La Stelvio Santini

Italy

La Stelvio Santini is one of Italy’s most iconic amateur cycling events, held annually in the alpine town of Bormio in the Lombardy region. The race takes riders through the dramatic mountain landscapes of the Italian Alps, featuring legendary climbs such as the Stelvio Pass — famous for its 48 hairpin bends — and, on longer routes, the challenging Mortirolo. Participants can choose from multiple distances designed for different ability levels, each offering a demanding but rewarding experience with breathtaking scenery, high-altitude roads, and classic European cycling heritage. Starting and finishing in Bormio, the event attracts cyclists from around the world seeking to conquer some of the most celebrated climbs in professional cycling.