Gran Fondo Isle of Man 2026
The Gran Fondo Isle of Man 2026 returns as a two-day off-road cycling festival on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 July 2026, offering a mix of gravel, mountain bike, and inclusive rides across the stunning landscapes of the Isle of Man.
This year’s event features a fun, family-friendly Minisculo Fondo and a non-competitive Gran Fondo Challenge on 25 July, followed by the main Gran Fondo Gravel and Gran Fondo XC MTB races — each tackling challenging terrain and spectacular trails from north to south on 26 July.
Whether you’re aiming for the thrill of competition or the joy of adventure riding, the Gran Fondo Isle of Man 2026 blends breathtaking scenery with a welcoming festival vibe — and you can make the most of it by booking an official travel package online with VisitIOM today.
Details
Events for all abilities
Saturday 25th July 2026:
Saturday 25 July 2026 opens the weekend with the Gran Fondo Challenge, a 30-mile non-competitive off-road sportive starting and finishing in Ramsey, featuring sections of the main Gran Fondo Isle of Man route.
The perfect entry point into multi-surface cycling, this pan-flat 30-mile course is ideal for gravel riders and mountain bikers alike. Whether you’re building confidence off-road or simply looking to enjoy the Island’s spectacular scenery at your own pace, the Challenge delivers an accessible and rewarding experience.
For riders taking part in Sunday’s main events, the Gran Fondo Challenge also provides the ideal shake-down and recce opportunity — a chance to test equipment, loosen the legs, and soak up the atmosphere ahead of race day.
Sunday 26th July 2026:
On Sunday 26 July, the spotlight turns to the Gran Fondo Gravel, a 60-mile end-to-end adventure across the Isle of Man.
Starting in Ramsey and finishing in Port Erin, this spectacular route takes riders from north to south via a demanding mix of tarmac, gravel, forest roads, green lanes, and technical off-road sectors. Designed for gravel specialists and endurance riders alike, it’s a true test of stamina, skill, and strategy — with breathtaking scenery as your constant backdrop.
Also taking place on Sunday 26 July, the Gran Fondo XC MTB offers mountain bikers their own 60-mile cross-island challenge.
Following the same dramatic north-to-south format from Ramsey to Port Erin, the XC MTB route delivers a thrilling combination of tarmac transitions, rugged gravel, forest tracks, green lanes, and technical off-road sectors. It’s a pure mountain bike adventure — demanding, immersive, and unforgettable from start line to finish.
What's Included
- Return air or sea travel to the Isle of Man
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Accommodation of your choice
The ferry operator will carry one bicycle per fare paying foot passenger at additional cost. If you're looking to book a van this will need to be done by calling ourselves on 01624 654654 or by clicking 'contact us'.
Entry into all Grand Fondo events are not included. Please visit the Gran Fondo Isle of Man website for details.
Other Information
Important Information - you must read this before booking
The lead-in price quoted for this offer is per person based on two adult foot passengers travelling from Heysham or Liverpool, staying at The Penta, Douglas on a continental breakfast basis for 2 nights. The price was correct as at 25th February 2026
This package is operated by Visit IOM. When making a booking you are accepting our Terms & Conditions of business.
There are additional special terms which apply to this holiday. By making a booking, you agree that you accept all of these terms:
- If you need to make any changes to your travel arrangements, please contact us and we will do our best to assist. However in many cases changes may not be permitted, and any changes which can be made are likely to incur extra costs.
- The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company will carry one bicycle per fare paying foot passenger at no additional cost.
- If you intend to travel with a car, please note that the maximum vehicle dimensions are as follows: Cars 1.8 metres high x 5 metres long. A maximum vehicle weight of 4 tonnes applies. For vehicles above these limits, please call us on 01624 654654 for further guidance.
- Entry into Cyclefest events and the Festival is not included.
- Travel insurance is not included, but we strongly advise you to take comprehensive travel insurance to cover any unforeseen eventualities such as cancellation or weather-related delays. If you need to arrange travel insurance please contact us.
- If you will be travelling with valuable items of any kind, it is strongly recommended that you consider obtaining specialist insurance. Neither the organisers of Cyclefest nor Visit IOM can accept responsibility in the event of any loss or theft of, or damage to, equipment.
- Can’t find what you’re looking for? If you wish to travel from a port not featured under this offer, please call us on 01624 654654.