Trofeo Lodovico Scarfiotti – Cronoscalata Sarnano-Sassotetto
The historic hill climb of the Monti Sibillini, featuring modern and historic cars
About Trofeo Scarfiotti
A legend of uphill speed in the Marche region
The Trofeo Lodovico Scarfiotti is one of the most beloved and long-standing hill climbs in the Italian automotive scene. It takes place in Sarnano, an elegant spa town in the province of Macerata, in the heart of the Monti Sibillini National Park, along the scenic road that climbs towards the ski resort of Sassotetto. The event is organized by the Automobile Club Macerata and is a regular fixture in the calendar for motorsport enthusiasts from the Marche region and all over Italy.
The history: from Lodovico Scarfiotti to today
The race was born in 1969, the year after the death of the Turin-born driver Lodovico Scarfiotti, winner of the Italian Formula 1 Grand Prix at Monza in 1966 and tragically killed in 1968 during a hill climb in Germany, at Rossfeld. The trophy was created to honor his memory. After a long interruption from 1992 to 2007 due to organizational and economic difficulties, the race returned in 2008 and is now a classic of the summer season, valid for the national championships.
The course: the SP120 towards Sassotetto
The track winds along the Strada Provinciale 120 for 9,977 meters, from the Brilli locality to the finish line at Fonte Lardina, at an altitude of 1,285 meters. It features a difference in altitude of about 800 meters and an average gradient of 8%. It is an extremely challenging course, alternating a difficult initial section with fast stretches, interspersed with seven hairpin bends in the upper part. The climb severely tests the driving skills of the pilots and the performance of the cars.
Two races in one: modern and historic cars
The unique feature of the Trofeo Scarfiotti is the simultaneous presence of two competitions: the Trofeo Lodovico Scarfiotti for modern cars, valid for the Campionato Italiano Velocità Montagna (CIVM), and the Trofeo Storico L. Scarfiotti for historic cars, valid for the Campionato Italiano Velocità Salita Auto Storiche (CIVSA). The two categories race concurrently, offering the public a unique spectacle of state-of-the-art prototypes and vintage cars.
An event for the territory
In addition to the sporting competition, the Trofeo Scarfiotti is an important tourist showcase for Sarnano and the entire Sibillini area. The race weekend enlivens the historic center of the town, where technical and sporting checks take place in the paddock, attracting thousands of spectators, industry professionals, and curious onlookers who crowd the scenic spots along the climb to watch the cars pass.
Trofeo Scarfiotti — edition 2026
35th edition of the Trofeo Scarfiotti
The 2026 edition of the Sarnano-Sassotetto hill climb confirms the prestigious double event: the 35th Trofeo Lodovico Scarfiotti for modern cars and the 18th Trofeo Storico L. Scarfiotti for historic cars. The race, organized by the Automobile Club Macerata, maintains its validity for the CIVM and CIVSA national championships and reintroduces the double race run format introduced in previous editions.
Race director Fabrizio Fondacci is confirmed. The track remains the 9,977-meter course on the SP120, starting from the Brilli locality and finishing at Fonte Lardina (1,285 m).
Programme Trofeo Scarfiotti 2026
Friday, July 24
- Sporting and technical checks in the paddock areas set up in the center of Sarnano
Saturday, July 25
- Two practice runs for both categories (modern and historic cars)
Sunday, July 26
- Two race runs, with classifications valid for the CIVM (modern cars) and CIVSA (historic cars)
Official times, the final entry list, and live timing will be published on the official website sarnanosassotetto.it and on the ACI Sport portal closer to the event.
Highlights Trofeo Scarfiotti 2026
The return of the double race run with modern and historic cars simultaneously along the 9,977 meters of the SP120. A challenge between the protagonists of the Italian Mountain Speed Championship and the specialists of vintage cars, set against the backdrop of the Monti Sibillini.
Prices Trofeo Scarfiotti 2026
Practical information — Trofeo Scarfiotti
How to get there
Sarnano is located in the province of Macerata, in the southern Marche region. By car: from the A14 motorway, take the Civitanova Marche exit, then the SS77 dual carriageway towards Macerata and continue towards the Monti Sibillini. The nearest train station is Macerata, which is connected to the area by bus.
Where to watch
The race takes place along the Strada Provinciale 120 between Sarnano and Sassotetto. The checks and paddock are set up in the center of Sarnano. To watch the race, it is mandatory to follow the organization's instructions and position yourself only in the permitted and safe spectator areas.
Information
The program, entry list, official times, classifications, and live timing are published on the official website sarnanosassotetto.it and on the ACI Sport portal.
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Where does it take place — Trofeo Scarfiotti
Strada Provinciale 120 Sarnano-Sassotetto