C.S. 4 - Preparations in full swing for the international event honoring Tazio Nuvolari. September (18th)-19th-20th-21st, 2025

06/10/2025

Recognized as one of the most important events of the vintage motorsport season, the Gran Premio Nuvolari is currently in full preparation. This international regularity race for historic cars, now in its 35th edition, will take place from September 18th to 21st, 2025, starting from the center of Mantua, the hometown of legendary driver Tazio Nuvolari.

The event recently received the prestigious “Spirit of F.I.V.A. – World Motoring Heritage” award from the Fédération Internationale des Véhicules Anciens, which selects the ten best historic motoring events worldwide each year. This recognition has inspired the organizers to make the 2025 edition even more special. One of the main new features this year is a refreshed route that will lead participants through some of the most beautiful regions of Lombardy, Emilia-Romagna, Tuscany, Marche, Umbria, and the Republic of San Marino.

Over three race days, around 250 to 300 crews from all five continents will take part in the event, covering a total of 1,075 km.

Throughout the Gran Premio Nuvolari, iconic historic cars – masterpieces of 20th-century automotive engineering – will pay tribute to Nuvolari, showcasing some of the most legendary models in motor racing history. The event offers a truly unique experience that combines sporting spirit with the pleasure of discovering unique destinations. The goal is to promote a new concept of lifestyle tourism, closely tied to the world of motors and collecting.

As tradition dictates, Mantova Corse has carefully selected exclusive hotels and hospitality venues for each leg of the journey, ensuring participants enjoy unforgettable days both on and off the road.

The first Gran Premio Nuvolari took place in 1991, marking the 100th anniversary of Nuvolari’s birth. This year, the 35th edition will welcome teams from around the world, all driven by a shared passion: to honor the greatest racing driver of all time. The event will comply with the regulations of F.I.A., F.I.V.A., and A.C.I. Sport, with particular attention to the safety protocols of the national sports federation.

Once again, the event is supported by key partners including Red Bull, Finservice Group, Morbio Costruzioni, Penske Cars, Locman, Zero Time, and MC Stone, with its supplement Cognizant. Their support ensures that the Gran Premio Nuvolari will offer a thrilling driving and racing experience at the highest level.

The 2025 Route

Friday, September 19th

As always, the 300 crews will start from the historic Piazza Sordello, the heart of Mantua. They will travel across the Po Valley, with stamp checks at the Iveco plant in Suzzara, Reggiolo, and Campagnola Emilia, reaching the Modena racetrack. The route will then continue through the rolling hills of Emilia-Romagna towards the Adriatic coast, passing through the city circuit of Forlì, and ending the day in Cesenatico, with an evening event at the Grand Hotel da Vinci. Overnight stay in Rimini.

Saturday, September 20th

On day two, the route will lead from Rimini into Tuscany, Umbria, and Marche. Crews will pass through Sant’Angelo in Vado, Sansepolcro, Monte San Savino, and Piazza del Campo in Siena, with a break at Borgo Scopeto, surrounded by the iconic cypress trees of the Sienese hills. In the afternoon, they will drive through the Chianti region, cross the Ponte a Buriano – featured in Leonardo da Vinci’s “Mona Lisa” – then continue through Pieve Santo Stefano and the Viamaggio Pass. The Republic of San Marino will host the final timed trials of the day, with a stamp check in Piazza della Libertà, at the summit of Mount Titano. The stage ends back in Rimini, with a parade through Piazza Tre Martiri and an overnight stop at Parco Fellini. The evening will feature the traditional Gala Dinner in honor of Tazio Nuvolari, held at the iconic Grand Hotel Rimini.

Sunday, September 21st

The final leg takes the teams northward. After the challenging trials in Meldola, crews will pass through Faenza, with a stop at the Racing Bulls Formula 1 team headquarters. In Ferrara, a time check will take place at the Estense Castle, followed by the spectacular “Power Stage” in Piazza Ariostea, broadcast live on television. The return to Mantua will pass through stamp checks in Poggio Rusco, San Giacomo delle Segnate, and Bondanello. The final lunch at the Abbey of Polirone in San Benedetto Po will precede the grand arrival in Piazza Sordello, Mantua.

Gran Premio Nuvolari Green

The organization has long been committed to environmental sustainability. In 2020, the Gran Premio Nuvolari Green initiative was launched, with the planting of trees to offset CO₂ emissions from the participating cars. Additionally, to reduce the use of plastic, all crews, staff, and media will receive eco-friendly Tritan water bottles. Water stations will be set up at the starting points in Mantua and Rimini for use by all participants.

Entry requirements and registration

Applications must be submitted exclusively through the website www.gpnuvolari.it by July 31st, 2025.
Eligible vehicles are those manufactured between 1919 and 1981, holding at least one of the following documents:
F.I.V.A. passport; F.I.A. Heritage fiche; A.S.I. homologation; ACI Sport / ACI Storico fiche; A.A.V.S. historical register certificate.
A special section called the “Coppa Nuvolari GT 2025” will be open to a maximum of 35 Grand Touring cars built between 2001 and 2025, divided into three classes: M1 (2000–2010); M2 (2011–2020); M3 (2021–2025).
The vehicles must be regularly registered and inspected, and equipped exclusively with road-approved tires. Race-prepared cars are not allowed. No age-based coefficient will be applied in the rankings. Starting numbers will be assigned from no. 401 onward, based on vehicle age. Separate category and overall rankings will be compiled, with awards for each category and for the Coppa Nuvolari GT 2025.

Info

Gran Premio Nuvolari – Scuderia Mantova Corse
Mail: org@gpnuvolari.it
Website: www.gpnuvolari.it
Instagram: @granpremionuvolari

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