Be amazed by the wild and breathtaking scenery of the Gran Sasso National Park in Abruzzo, Europe's largest natural area and the true green heart of the Mediterranean. Nova Eroica Gran Sasso is the new and original all-road event in the heart of the Italian Apennines, with routes that wind through valleys and plateaus, along ancient "tratturi" (sheep tracks), the dirt roads used since ancient times for the transhumance of flocks. A unique opportunity to discover a territory rich in nature and history on your modern bike, in the spirit of adventure, in pure Eroica style.

Nova Eroica Gran Sasso 2026 – Side Events Program

Friday, June 5
From 12:00 PM – Opening of exhibitor and food stands.
From 6:00 PM – I Folklorustici, live music and entertainment.
From 7:00 PM – In Calascio, “Pizza da Calascino Caffè” by reservation.

Saturday, June 6
8:00 AM – Opening of stands.
9:00 AM – Start of the 5th edition of Nova Eroica Gran Sasso.
From 11:00 AM – Music in the square with the “Fatti Un Giro”, featuring hits from the 70s, 80s, and 90s.
From 12:00 PM – Riders’ return.
5:00 PM – Awards ceremony.
From 8:00 PM – Music in the square with I Folklorustici.
9:00 PM – Live concert by Antonio Sorgentone.

Sunday, June 7
10:00 AM – Eroica canoe experience on the Tirino River in Capestrano.