Desenzano hosted the official presentation of the Colnago Cycling Festival 2025 yesterday, Friday, March 14th, an eagerly anticipated event set to take place from April 11th to 13th in the heart of the Brescia region of Lake Garda. The evening was held at the local castle and featured the participation of organizers and authorities, reaffirming Desenzano as the starting and finishing point of the Granfondo Colnago, which this year will welcome around 4,000 athletes from over 20 different countries. During the event, an exhibition of historical Colnago models was set up, showcasing the evolution of the bicycle up to the most innovative models currently in use.
The festival introduces exciting new features such as Yoga and the Night Walk “Desenzano by Night,” while refreshment stations will offer local food and wine products to enhance the festive atmosphere. The program includes a series of activities such as the “Randonnée – Giro del Lago” and dedicated routes for children, with events like the CONAD Junior Bike. The event will culminate on Sunday, April 13th, with the Granfondo Colnago, which will present three different routes, including a new 40 km option called “Le Bellezze di D’Annunzio.”