Torregrotta-Roccavaldina Slalom

A classic of Sicilian slalom racing

The Torregrotta-Roccavaldina Slalom is a historic fixture on the Sicilian motorsport calendar. The race takes place along the Provincial Road 59, which links the towns of Torregrotta and Roccavaldina, in the province of Messina, in the heart of north-eastern Sicily. The course, approximately 3.5 kilometers long, winds through hairpins, curves, and short straights with an average gradient of around 7%, featuring thirteen slowdown zones marked by cones, the hallmark of slalom racing.

History and tradition

The first edition was held on August 11, 1996, thanks to a group of motorsport enthusiasts from Torregrotta. Since then, the race has grown to become one of the most anticipated events in the discipline in Southern Italy. Since 2005, the event has been part of the Italian Slalom Championship (CIS), cementing its national prestige. The organization is managed by ASD Top Competition of Torregrotta, in collaboration with the Automobile Club Messina and with the support of the two municipalities involved.

The race and its stars

The slalom brings together a diverse range of vehicles, from modified hatchbacks to single-seaters and extreme prototypes, divided into numerous classes and groups. Each competitor tackles the track over several timed heats, and the sum of the best times determines the final standings. Over time, specialists of the discipline have made their mark on the Torregrotta-Roccavaldina track: drivers like Luigi Vinaccia and Fabio Emanuele are among the most successful in the event's history, with six victories each.

A celebration for the region

Beyond the competition, the Torregrotta-Roccavaldina Slalom is a major draw for the entire region. On race days, spectators line the course to follow the action, while the towns of Roccavaldina and Torregrotta come alive with the service park, technical inspections, and award ceremonies. For motorsport fans, it is also an opportunity to discover a corner of the Tyrrhenian coast of Sicily, nestled between the Peloritani mountains and the sea, during a mild and pleasant time of year.