I Calanchi di Montechiaro d'Acqui Superslalom

The slalom through the Monferrato badlands

The I Calanchi di Montechiaro d'Acqui Superslalom is an automotive slalom race held in Montechiaro d'Acqui, a small town in the Province of Alessandria, in the heart of the Acquese area and southern Monferrato. The event takes its name from the striking calanchi (badlands), the clay formations that define the hilly landscape surrounding the village and frame a technical and selective 3-kilometer course.

A young motorsport tradition

Launched in 2025, the race has quickly become a highly anticipated event for motorsport fans in Piedmont. Organized by Supergara A.S.D. in collaboration with Polisportiva Montechiaro, the event is part of the official Italian slalom calendar and is valid for the ACI Sport Zone 1 Cup. The slalom attracts drivers from across the North-West, who test their skills against the clock on a track made even more challenging by the steep gradients and hairpin bends typical of these hilly roads.

Modern and historic cars

One of the most appreciated features of the event is the mix of modern vehicles and historic cars: from extreme prototypes to competition-ready economy cars like the Fiat 500 and 600, all the way to all-wheel-drive sedans. The presence of teams that also provide opportunities for young drivers makes this slalom a great training ground for grassroots motorsport, as well as a thrilling spectacle for the public.

More than just a race

The program extends beyond the Sunday time trial. The opening day on Saturday features a gathering of historic and modern sports cars, a non-competitive road tour, and the traditional presentation dinner accompanied by music, which enlivens the town center and brings together residents and visitors. It is a convivial moment that blends a passion for engines with the community life of Montechiaro d'Acqui.

The territory

Perched at an altitude of over 500 meters in the hills of the Alto Monferrato, Montechiaro d'Acqui is a village of a few hundred inhabitants that fills with spectators, drivers, and curious onlookers during the slalom weekend. Its proximity to Acqui Terme and the wine routes of the Acquese area allows visitors to combine a day of sport with an enogastronomic discovery of south-eastern Piedmont.