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Seventh Edition of Gran Fondo Baie Sainte-Marie Ready to Roll on September 14, 2025!

The Gran Fondo has quickly grown to become a bucket-list “must-do” cycling and cultural experience. As the largest cycling event in Atlantic Canada, the unrivaled community spirit, breath-taking ocean views and celebratory lobster dinner have won the hearts of cyclists worldwide

Registration is open for the seventh edition of Gran Fondo Baie Sainte-Marie, which will be held Sunday, September 14, 2025. The event hosted 992 cyclists in 2019 and 681 cyclists in 2023, welcoming participants from as far away as Alaska and Australia.

The Gran Fondo appeals to recreational riders of all skill levels, as well as to the avid racer, offering three exhilarating rides on low-traffic roads. Experienced riders will be challenged by our classic 128 km Gran route which includes the scenic Bas-de-la-Rivière coastal loop, while intermediate and novice cyclists may prefer the shorter 67 km Medio or 35 km Piccolo rides. Riders will navigate rolling inland roads along lakes and rivers, passing by towering churches along the panoramic coastal route that hugs beautiful Baie Sainte-Marie. E-bikes are also permitted to ride in the 67 km and 35 km rides.

Seventh Edition of Gran Fondo Baie Sainte-Marie Ready to Roll on September 14, 2025!

The community spirit is off the charts: hundreds of local residents roll out the welcome mat and enthusiastically cheer cyclists on from the roadside, waving Acadian flags and banging pots and pans. Over 100 local volunteers will be recruited to ensure the smooth logistics of the event.

Due to renovation work related to the revitalization of the Clare Veterans Centre, the 2025 event will be held again at Université Sainte-Anne (1695 Highway 1, Church Point). A meal is included, and cyclists can choose between a vegetarian option, BBQ pork or the perennial favourite, fresh lobster in the shell. On Saturday, riders are invited to a social event for a taste of Acadian culture.

fresh lobster in the shell

Registration is CAN$149 (+ processing fee + HST) and includes an event jersey, post-ride meal, swag bag, chip timing, rest stops and animation along the route. Cyclists are encouraged to register early to participate in draws to win a free registration.

Registration includes an event jersey

“We can’t wait to host another high-quality event to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Gran Fondo Baie Sainte- Marie since its inauguration in 2015. Our committee and community are thrilled to create another unforgettable experience that attracts cyclists from all over Nova Scotia and the world,” stated Pam Doucet, Chairperson, Gran Fondo Baie Sainte-Marie.

For more information, please visit: www.granfondobaiesaintemarie.ca/en or click the button below to register now:

VIDEO: Gran Fondo - Eastlink Magazine

The Gran Fondo appeals to recreational riders of all skill levels