12-14 SEPTEMBER 2025
THE PERFECT EXCUSE TO VISIT
The Port Douglas Gran Fondo Festival will be held in one of the most beautiful locations in the world, Tropical North Queensland. The three-day festival is the perfect excuse to visit and explore this stunning region.
The 136km and 100km Gran Fondo, the 60km Semi Fondo and the 48km Medio Fondo will be held on Sunday 14 September. These rides will be timed but are not a race, so you can choose to challenge yourself for a best time, or take the time to soak in the beautiful surroundings. Stop to take photos, enjoy the experience with family and friends and most importantly, stay safe.
The Port Douglas Gran Fondo courses will take you along Great Barrier Reef Drive between Port Douglas and Palm Cove, while taking in breathtaking views through the palm trees alongside the Coral Sea. This road will be fully closed to traffic to allow you to really enjoy the ride and scenic course.
While you are here, there are endless experiences to appeal to everyone. Jump on Quicksilver Cruises and snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef, see crocodiles up close at Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures, cuddle a koala at Wildlife Habitat, explore the Daintree Rainforest on a guided walk through Mossman Gorge, enjoy drinks on sunset at Hemingway’s Brewery, and so much more!
Ambassador – Mark Beretta
“The Port Douglas Gran Fondo Festival is one of the most incredible cycling experiences I have ever had!
The 2024 event was spectacular and everyone from across Australia, and around the world, had a fantastic time, not just on the ride, but with the whole Tropical North Queensland experience. It’s such a unique opportunity to enjoy one of the world’s most beautiful rides, in gorgeous sunshine at a beautiful time of the year.
Talk to your family and your cycling mates, and arrange a holiday in paradise!
This is one of the most awesome events I’ve ever been involved with, and I’m proud to be telling everyone about.”
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We acknowledge the Australian Aboriginal People and Torres Strait Islander People as the first inhabitants of the nation. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which the Port Douglas Gran Fondo Festival takes place and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.
Jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements.
