Wednesday, May 28, 2025: The Giro d’Italia arrives in Bormio!

The Giro d’Italia arrives in Bormio: let’s prepare for an unforgettable day

The 108th Giro d’Italia will stop in Bormio: on Wednesday, May 28, the 17th stage, starting from San Michele all’Adige, will conclude in the heart of Alta Valtellina.

An opportunity not to be missed for our territory, which will transform into a stage of sport, passion, and great visibility at the national level.

To help you make the most of this special day, we have gathered all the useful information:

📍 the best spots to position yourself to witness the arrival,
🚧 the expected road closures,
🎉 the side events organized in the town
and all the strategic corners to keep an eye on so you don’t miss a single moment of this great event.

Where to position yourself to best experience the passage of the Giro?

1. Sondalo: Viale della Libertà

• From 2:00 PM: Pink party with music, food stands, and entertainment.
  • APF Valtellina Stand with gelato del Giro, pink jersey sandwich, and pink drink.
  • Gadget stand for both adults and kids.

• At 3:00 PM: Great show of the Giro caravan, waiting for the cyclists.

   Estimated passage times:

• Caravan: 3:30 PM
• Cyclists: 4:15 PM 
  
   Traffic closures in both directions:
• SP27 from Vernuga (Grosio) to Sondalo (via Roma junction): from 2:40 PM
• Via Roma – Viale della Libertà – via Primo Maggio up to rejoining SP27: from 3:00 PM

2. Valdisotto – Playground of Zola (near the bridge)

• Afternoon gathering to wait for the caravan and cyclists together.
• Dress code: pink or at least a white t-shirt!

• Free snacks for all attendees during the passage of the Giro

   Estimated passage times:

• Caravan: 3:43 PM
• Cyclists: 4:33 PM
  
   Traffic closures in both directions:
• Roundabout rejoining Sp27 of Stelvio – Le Prese – Sant’Antonio Morignone – Cepina Valdisotto – Junction for Via Dosso of Cepina Valdisotto – via Fumagogo – via al Forte Sp.28 – intersection with tunnel exit ss.38 var – Le motte – roundabout junction for Bormio SS.301 starting from 3:10 PM

3. Valdisotto – Zona Le Motte 

• Perfect spot to see the cyclists tackle the last climb before the finish line. A spectacular stretch, immersed in nature, with a wide view.
• Musical entertainment with local accordions to accompany the wait joyfully.
• Food truck offering delicious options for the crowd.
  
   Estimated passage times:
• Caravan: 3:51 PM
• Cyclists: 4:46 PM
  
   Traffic closures in both directions:
• From the roundabout junction for Bormio (SS301) along the entire SS301, passing through Turripiano, junction Premadio/Molina/Bagni, until the junction with SS38 of Stelvio: from 3:30 PM

4. Bormio – Last kilometer

• Starting from Bormio Terme, the excitement of the last kilometer of the stage begins: choose your ideal position along the stretch leading up to the finish line, in the cable car area in Bormio.
• Our advice? Stop in front of the Bormio Infopoint: here you can visit the exhibition La Valtellina In Giro at Mulino Salacrist, purchase the official Bormio x Giro d’Italia t-shirt, and collect many other exclusive gadgets.
  
   Estimated arrival times in Bormio:
• Caravan: 4:00 PM
• Cyclists: 4:57 PM 
  
   Traffic closures in both directions:
• Via Stelvio, via Milano, Bormio center (SS300 junction), until the arrival at Piazzale Funivie starting from 3:30 PM

BIG SCREENS - To follow the Giro live

To experience all the emotions of the Giro even during the wait, two big screens will be installed:

• Bormio – Giroland: Piazza V Alpini
• Bormio – Finish area: Via Battaglion Morbegno

Side Events and Entertainment:

Throughout the day of Wednesday, May 28, Bormio will be animated by events, music, and moments of conviviality to best welcome the arrival of the Giro d’Italia.
Here’s what not to miss:

• Giroland – Piazza V Alpini
   From 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM Fun, entertainment, games, and plenty of good music in the company of RTL 102.5.

• Cristall Bar Mountain Bistrot - Via Funivie 35
   All day – Street Food to experience the Giro with taste!

• Bar Bormio - Via Roma 79
   From 5:30 PM – Music & Pasta Party, with flavors and live music.
• Pachamama - Vicolo Vittorio Veneto 8/10
   From 6:00 PM – Aperitif & Shop, between design, fashion, and cocktails.
• Be White - Via Battaglion Morbegno, 25
   From 6:00 PM - “Man in the van” with the acoustic live performance of Aperitivo in musica
• Clem Pub - Via Fiera 4
   From 9:00 PM – Jukebox Night: choose your music and live the Giro night!

Giro-E: the Giro d’Italia with electric bikes

Bormio will also be a protagonist of the Giro-E, the parallel event to the Giro d’Italia with electric bikes, which allows former champions, guests, and testimonials to experience the thrill of a real stage.

The 14th stage: Tirano - Bormio (61.7 km) will feature the climb to Passo del Mortirolo (1571 m) and the ascent towards the Motte (1422) to reach Bormio, the stage city.

 Estimated passage times:

• Expected arrival at 3:25 PM on via Btg. Morbegno

 For the Giro-E, no traffic suspension is planned; participants will travel with open traffic accompanied by the Road Police Section.

Source: Bormio Tourism