Abruzzo Gran Tour and Avezzano Circuit

A journey through time among engines and the landscapes of Abruzzo

The Abruzzo Gran Tour and Avezzano Circuit is the benchmark event for historic motoring in the heart of the central Apennines. Organized by the Abruzzo Drivers Club of Avezzano, the event brings together dozens of international crews each year in highly collectible vintage cars, following an itinerary that crosses the province of L'Aquila and touches some of the most beautiful villages in Abruzzo. The event is part of the ASI Circuito Tricolore calendar, the prestigious national circuit of the Automotoclub Storico Italiano, and represents a rare union of passion for engines, regional promotion, and the enhancement of cultural heritage.

An itinerary between L'Aquila, the Gran Sasso, and the villages

The route is not merely a speed race but a true cultural and tourist grand tour that winds for hundreds of kilometers through mountains, plateaus, lakes, and perched villages. The cars depart from Avezzano, in the Marsica region, and reach L'Aquila, a city that lends a unique atmosphere to the event. Along the way, participants encounter iconic locations of inland Abruzzo such as the Gran Sasso, the Campo Imperatore plateaus, medieval villages, the murals of Aielli with its Borgo Universo, as well as churches and parish buildings that tell the ancient history of the region.

The Concours d'Elegance and the Grand Gala

The social highlight of the event is the Avezzano City Grand Gala, an evening held in the city center featuring a red-carpet car parade, live music, and dance performances. Within this setting, the Pietro Di Lorenzo Concours d'Elegance takes place, dedicated to the memory of a figure linked to the event's history, featuring awards for the most elegant automobiles. The event has a strong international reach, with crews arriving from several continents and twinning programs with major vintage car rallies abroad.

An event that celebrates Abruzzo

By traversing the province of L'Aquila and the wider Abruzzo territory, the Abruzzo Gran Tour is much more than a gathering for enthusiasts: it is an opportunity for tourism and cultural promotion that draws attention to the region's landscapes, villages, and traditions. The passage of vintage cars through historic centers attracts crowds of spectators along the roads, turning each stop into a widespread festival that unites residents and visitors in the spirit of automotive history and Abruzzese identity.

• Where: Avezzano, L'Aquila, and the villages of inland Abruzzo (Province of L'Aquila)
• When: Between late June and early July
• Organizer: Abruzzo Drivers Club
• Circuit: ASI Circuito Tricolore