GRAFTON GRAN FONDO
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4th, 2025
GRAFTON, VERMONT
FOUR EPIC RIDES
FROM 30 TO 113 MILES!
THIS RIDE WAS INCREDIBLE!
It’s one of the best century rides I've done in the Northeast! The timing of the event and the route made seeing Vermont’s peak fall foliage truly something to behold. The rest stops were spaced out nicely and were well-stocked. The meal at the end of the ride was icing on the cake. I can't recommend this event highly enough!
- Barry, GGF 2024 Gran Rider
THE COURSES
113 MILES, 9486’
89 MILES, 6807’
57 MILES, 4467’
33 MILES, GRAVEL
GRAFTON, VERMONT
The Grafton Gran Fondo features four amazing rides through Southern Vermont's most inspiring terrain during peak fall foliage. Beginning in the picturesque village of Grafton at the Grafton Trails and Outdoor Center, this event offers something for everyone. New to this year’s ride is the Estremo, a route that dares riders to traverse 113 miles, 9,000+ ft, and ascend Mount Ascutney's 3,144' summit. Delicious food, local wares, and camaraderie await you at our post-ride celebration. Proceeds support the local children of the Grafton Elementary School. The Grafton Gran Fondo is breathtaking and will leave you breathless. Ride the peak!
EXPLORE THE COURSES
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ESTREMO
113 MILES
9,486 ft of climbing
3 rest stops
The Estremo is the most challenging option in the Grafton Gran Fondo series, with three major climbs including the summit of Mt. Ascutney, a 3,144' monadnock that boasts 3.7 miles of 12 degree average grade. Well worth the effort, this ride reveals the best of Southern Vermont's scenic roadways, epic views and inspiring terrain. Ride the peak!
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GRAN
89.5 MILES
6,807 ft of climbing
2 rest stops
The Gran route is the Grafton Gran Fondo's penultimate challenge, featuring three major climbs along Vermont's rural towns and scenic roadways. Ascend Windham Mountain's steady 8 mile climb as a warm up to Terrible Mountain's challenging summit, followed shortly by "The Alps". Ride the peak!
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MEDIO
57.4 MILES
4,467 ft of climbing
1 rest stop
The Medio is the Grafton Gran Fondo's medium difficulty route, traversing Southern Vermont's most scenic roadways, two major climbs, and thrilling descents. Ride the peak!
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GRAVEL
33.2 MILES
2,548 ft of climbing
No rest stop on courseGravel tires are required on this beautiful out-and-back route through quiet, rural, well-maintained gravel roads along Vermont’s finest creeks, rivers and mountains. Ride the peak!
ONE OF THE BEST RIDE EXPERIENCES I’VE EVER HAD!
The Medio ride of the Grafton Gran Fondo was a fantastic experience! I was able to start an hour early (as a senior rider), the route markings were excellent, the cue sheet perfect. The fall foliage was incredible and the climbs were as tough as expected. The rest stop had everything I could need or want, and the post race food was wonderful. This was one of the best ride experiences I have ever had! I’m already thinking of modified training to have an even stronger ride in 2025!
- Cathy, GGF 2024 Medio Rider
EVENT INFO
This event is suitable for cycling enthusiasts and ambitious riders looking to test their mettle on challenging and beautiful terrain. Training is highly encouraged. This event is not timed and is not a race.
RIDE FOR A GOOD CAUSE!
THE CHILDREN
ARE OUR FUTURE!
The Grafton Gran Fondo is a benefit for the Grafton Elementary School of Grafton, Vermont. The proceeds raised will support enriching extracurricular experiences for our town’s local children, grades K-6.
OUR RIDER EXPERIENCE!