Strade Brute - Franciacorta Gravel 2026

Strade Brute - Franciacorta Gravel is a non-competitive gravel and mountain bike ride held in Lombardy, Italy. The event offers two route options — 100 km and 70 km — that traverse the Franciacorta vineyards and the southern shore of Lake Iseo. Both routes start from the Birrificio Curtense assembly point in Passirano with departures from 07:30 local time, and are suitable for gravel bikes and mountain bikes. The calendar entry highlights the gravel focus and the scenic character of the courses.

The 2026 edition takes place on Sunday 04 October 2026 and is listed on the Battistrada cycling calendar. Route maps and GPX downloads are referenced on the event page for riders to preview the courses before the ride. The event was first organised in 2018 and continues as a recreational, non-competitive outing for gravel enthusiasts. Registration and specific participant inclusions are provided via the official event page rather than on the calendar summary.