GRAFTON GRAN FONDO
GRAFTON, VERMONT
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4th, 2025
FOUR EPIC RIDES FROM 30 TO 108 MILES!
THE COURSES
108 MILES, 9300’
78 MILES, 5700’
53 MILES, 4300’
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 108 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
108.8 MILES
9,384 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
77.9 MILES
5,729 ft of climbing
2 rest stops
The Gran route is the Grafton Gran Fondo's most popular challenge, ascending Windham Mountain's steady 8 mile climb as a warm up to Terrible Mountain's challenging summit. The course traverses scenic river roadways in the midst of Vermont's glorious fall foliage. Ride the peak!
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MEDIO
53.1 MILES
4,382 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
Gravel tires required on this beautiful out-and-back route through quiet, rural, well-maintained gravel roads along southern Vermont’s pristine creeks, rivers and mountains.
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.