Rocchetta Auto-Historic

A classic car rally in the heart of the Borbera and Curone Valleys

The Rocchetta Auto-Historic is a tourist rally reserved for classic and sports cars of historical interest, held annually in Rocchetta Ligure, a small and charming village in the Province of Alessandria nestled in the Val Borbera, at the southeastern tip of Piedmont. Despite the name, Rocchetta Ligure is a Piedmontese municipality: it is located just a stone's throw from the Ligurian border, in an Apennine landscape of green valleys, scenic roads, and ancient stone villages—the ideal setting for an event dedicated to vintage four-wheelers.

A day of display and scenic touring

The rally's format is simple and well-established. In the morning, cars gather in the center of Rocchetta Ligure for registration and the static display, accompanied by a welcome breakfast offered by local sponsors. This is followed by a scenic tour of approximately 30 kilometers, which winds through the panoramic roads of the Borbera and Curone Valleys, concluding in the locality of San Nazzaro with the traditional convivial lunch.

Vintage cars, youngtimers, and dream models

Each edition attracts dozens of crews and fascinating vehicles. Sedans and coupes that have made automotive history, collectible sports cars, and well-preserved youngtimers all take part. Recent editions have featured famous models from both Italian and international traditions, alongside cars linked to the world of rallying, a discipline particularly beloved in these valleys.

• Display of vehicles in the historic center of Rocchetta Ligure
• Scenic tour of approximately 30 km through the Borbera and Curone Valleys
• Convivial lunch in the locality of San Nazzaro
• Limited number of participants to ensure a well-organized and intimate event

A local event

Rocchetta Auto-Historic is organized by the Municipality and the Pro Loco of Rocchetta Ligure in collaboration with the Vivi Borbera e Spinti association, with the support of local sponsors and businesses. It is much more than just a car rally: it is an opportunity to showcase the landscape and gastronomic heritage of the Alessandria Apennines, promote the villages of Val Borbera, and bring together a community of enthusiasts in a genuine and friendly atmosphere. A firmly established date in the motoring calendar of lower Piedmont.