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Presented BAM! 2026, Bicycle Adventure Meeting, the event that celebrates two-wheeled sports and slow travel
Venice – From June 5 to 7, the BAM! – Bicycle Adventure Meeting returns, the European gathering dedicated to cycle travelers and bikepacking. The event, organized in the park of Villa Contarini in Piazzola sul Brenta (Pd), was presented yesterday in Venice, at the headquarters of Palazzo Balbi, by the regional assessor for Sport, Paola Roma, and the organizers Eleonora Bujatti and Andrea Benesso.
Bam!
Born as a spontaneous gathering of bikepacking, cycling tourism, and gravel enthusiasts, BAM! has established itself over time as a slow travel festival capable of bringing together thousands of people each year united by their passion for two wheels.
Cyclists from all over Europe and non-European countries are ready to reach the event venue by cycling directly from home.
The three-day program includes talks and testimonials from explorers, debates on the future of cycle tourism, technical workshops on emergency mechanics, cartography, and bag preparation. An expo area hosts the main brands in the sector and specialized craftsmanship, while organized rides allow participants to discover the surrounding territory.
There will be no shortage of live concerts and moments dedicated to local food and wine specialties. The park of Villa Contarini will be transformed into a camping area for those who want to sleep in a tent, with limited access and by reservation.
The Veneto Region
“Veneto has always been one of the most dynamic Italian regions in terms of cycling and bike tourism,” said the regional assessor for Sport, Paola Roma. “Biking allows you to experience outdoor sports while traversing landscapes of rare beauty, on an increasingly intricate cycling network that connects art cities, natural areas, villages, and rural zones.”
The Region continues to invest confidently in infrastructure and services to support cyclists, aware that two wheels represent an alternative mobility model capable of enhancing territories, supporting the local economy, and responding to a growing demand for sustainable and accessible travel as well as well-being.”
“This is an event aimed at families, groups of friends, and young adults – added the councilor – a growing audience attracted by green and sustainable experiences, seeking authentic outdoor adventures that combine discovery, socializing, and respect for the environment. BAM! is designed to be inclusive: the variety of activities offered, excursions, workshops, relaxation areas, social moments, camping, and spaces dedicated to play, encourages participation from everyone, from the youngest to adults.”
