The uphill speed race through the marble quarries of Custonaci, in the heart of the Trapani province
The Città Internazionale dei Marmi Automotive Slalom is one of the most awaited motorsport competitions on the Sicilian calendar. It is held in Custonaci, a small town in the province of Trapani famous for its marble quarries, which earned it the title of "International City of Marble." The event, organized by Promoter Kinisia with the patronage of the Municipality of Custonaci, transforms the town's streets into a theater of speed and adrenaline for a weekend.
The track spans approximately 2.5 kilometers within the municipal area, marked by speed-slowing barriers arranged along the course according to the typical automotive slalom format. The race includes a reconnaissance run followed by three timed heats: the winner is the driver with the best overall time. Technical and sporting checks take place on Saturday at Piazzale Cornino, while Sunday is entirely dedicated to the competition.
The Custonaci Slalom is a qualifying round for the Trofeo d'Italia Sud and the Sicilian Slalom Championship, with a 1.5 coefficient, attracting a large and competitive field of drivers from across Sicily and Southern Italy. Protagonist vehicles include prototypes such as Radicals, Glorias, and many single-seaters and silhouette cars that define this specialty.
Beyond the competitive aspect, the event is a major draw for Custonaci and all of Western Sicily. The town is located in a landscape of great charm, near the Monte Cofano promontory and the beaches of Cornino, and is easily accessible from Trapani and the San Vito Lo Capo area. For motorsport fans, race day is also an opportunity to discover an authentic corner of the Sicily Region, blending nature, sea, and a rich mining tradition.
Now in its twentieth edition, the Città Internazionale dei Marmi Slalom has established itself as a cornerstone of Sicilian motorsport. Safety is guaranteed by an impressive medical support system and a well-tested organization that involves volunteers, marshals, and local institutions every year. An event that combines a passion for four wheels with the promotion of a unique territory.
The 2026 edition of the Città Internazionale dei Marmi Slalom marked a calendar change, moving to June compared to the traditional September date. On Saturday, June 6, technical and sporting checks were held at Piazzale Cornino from 3:30 PM to 8:00 PM, while on Sunday, June 7, the race came to life with reconnaissance at 9:00 AM followed by three timed heats.
Giuseppe Virgilio (Trapani Corse) dominated the Custonaci track at the wheel of a Radical SR4 Suzuki, securing a clear and convincing victory. Behind him, Antonino Di Matteo (Gloria C8 Suzuki) and Francesco Bigione (Gloria B5 Suzuki), both from RO Racing, completed a high-level technical podium.
72 verified drivers took to the start on a day blessed by perfect weather conditions. The race, valid as the third round of the Trofeo d'Italia Sud and the Sicilian Slalom Championship, confirmed the appeal of the Custonaci event for slalom enthusiasts from Sicily and Southern Italy.
Custonaci is located in the province of Trapani, along the Strada Statale 187. By car, it can be reached from Trapani in about 30 minutes; the nearest airport is Trapani-Birgi. Technical checks are held at Piazzale Cornino, while the race track is located within the municipal territory.
Registration and regulations are managed by Promoter Kinisia. For information: tel. +39 339 1908016, email [email protected]. Real-time rankings and results are available on the official website www.kinisia.it.
Public access is free along the permitted areas. It is recommended to respect safety zones and follow the instructions of the course marshals.
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Percorso cittadino di Custonaci
Strada Statale 115, Km 13,5 - Rilievo, 91015 Custonaci