WORDS: ELLIOTT HUGHES | PHOTOS: CONCORSO D’ELEGANZA VARIGNANA 1705
An exclusive new concours d’elegance will be staged in the heart of northern Italy’s Motor Valley in Bologna this autumn as a celebration of timeless automotive artistry. Called the Concorso d’Eleganza Varignana 1705, this latest addition to the calendar will be held on October 13-15, 2023 and caters to classics produced before 1973.
The event was conceived by Carlo Gherardi, founder of the Palazzo di Varignana Resort, which transformed a 1366 church into a luxurious wellness retreat that offers the local area’s culinary specialities.
With 30 hectares of rolling hills and 150 luxurious rooms, Palazzo di Varignana will serve as the opulent backdrop of the Concorso
With 30 hectares of rolling hills and 150 luxurious rooms, Palazzo di Varignana will serve as the opulent backdrop of the Concorso, providing a tranquil haven for competitors and attendees alike. Twenty-two world-class classics will be showcased on the grounds.
The 22 vehicles are being carefully curated by an esteemed jury that includes Carlo Gherardi, car designer Lorenzo Ramaciotti and automotive historian Adolfo Orsi, among others.
Each jury member is tasked with evaluating prospective entries for originality, authenticity, historical significance and design elegance before the cars are selected to participate.
Visitors to the Concorso will also have the opportunity to explore the area’s rich automotive heritage along the 230km stretch of the Via Emilia.
