Centomiglia del Lario
The historic endurance powerboat race on Lake Como
About Centomiglia del Lario
A legend of powerboating on Lake Como
The Centomiglia del Lario is a historic event in international powerboating: its first edition dates back to 1949, making it one of the longest-running and most prestigious competitions in the discipline. It takes place on the waters of Lake Como and is organized by the Yacht Club Como, affiliated with the Italian Powerboating Federation.
Speed and endurance
The race combines speed and endurance: on the main day, Sunday, about seventy boats from all over the world take part. The Centomiglia is valid as a stage for various championships - Italian, European, and world - for different categories, from offshore to touring, and represents a tough test for drivers and boats.
Trophies and the Lake Como setting
Among the most coveted awards is the Villa d'Este Trophy, alongside other memorials dedicated to historical figures in the sport. The setting is the unmistakable scenery of Como and its lake, which provides the backdrop for one of the most spectacular sporting events on the Larian calendar, capable of combining the tradition of aquatic motorsport with the charm of the territory.
Centomiglia del Lario — edition 2026
The LXXVII edition of the Centomiglia del Lario is scheduled for Sunday, October 11, 2026, on Lake Como. Organized by the Yacht Club Como, the historic powerboat race returns to bring dozens of boats from around the world to Lake Como, valid as a stage for Italian, European, and world championships for various categories. The detailed program of practice sessions and racing classes is published by the Yacht Club Como.
Programme Centomiglia del Lario 2026
The race focuses on Sunday, October 11, with the start of the boats on the waters of Lake Como. The event includes:
- Main endurance/offshore race with dozens of boats
- Various classes and categories valid for Italian, European, and world championships
- Awarding of historic trophies, including the Villa d'Este Trophy
The precise times for practice sessions and the race will be communicated by the Yacht Club Como closer to the event.
Highlights Centomiglia del Lario 2026
The dozens of boats competing on Lake Como and the awarding of historic trophies, first among them the Villa d'Este Trophy.
Prices Centomiglia del Lario 2026
Practical information — Centomiglia del Lario
How to get there
The race takes place on Lake Como, based in Como. The city is reachable by train (Como San Giovanni and Como Nord Lago) and by car from the A9 motorway. The competition can be watched from the shores of the lake and from the city's lakefront.
Information
For the detailed program and the times of the practice sessions and races, consult the official channels of the Yacht Club Como.
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Where does it take place — Centomiglia del Lario
Lago di Como
Lago di Como, 22100 Como