The 1000 Miglia Warm Up Switzerland 2026 has come to a close. The event, which took place from 28 to 31 May, brought 30 classic cars onto the spectacular Swiss Alpine roads for a driving and racing experience in the spirit of the Red Arrow.
Based in Zurich, the Warm Up welcomed crews from Switzerland, Great Britain, Italy and various European countries, as well as participants from the United States and New Zealand. What united them was the desire to test themselves on a technical and demanding route, characterised by high mountain passes, scenic roads and some of the most iconic roads in the Swiss Confederation. Among the most evocative moments of the event, the passage over the Klausen Pass brought to mind one of the most fascinating chapters in the history of European motor racing. Between 1922 and 1934, in fact, this historic mountain pass hosted one of the most prestigious and demanding hill climbs of the era.
The route also had a leg at the Verkehrshaus der Schweiz, the Swiss Museum of Transport in Lucerne, where the crews were welcomed by a photographic exhibition dedicated to the “Most Beautiful Race in the World”. A visual journey through time, capturing the charm of an event that combines technology, beauty and cultural identity, curated in collaboration with the Italian Cultural Institute in Zurich and the Consulate General of Italy.
The race then passed through the Canton of Appenzell, amidst alpine landscapes, winding roads and snow-capped peaks. Along the route, the local public enthusiastically welcomed the passage of cars, helping to create that authentic atmosphere that has always accompanied 1000 Miglia events.
Over the four days of the race, the crews tackled 692 kilometres of route, taking on 50 Time Trials, 9 Average Trials, 4 Passage Controls and 9 Time Controls, in an ideal testing ground to hone their technique, precision and teamwork ahead of the 1000 Miglia.
The overall victory went to Fabrizio Macario and Giovanna Di Costanzo driving a 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. Darren Comber and Nyasa Comber in a 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint took second place on the podium, whilst third place went to Basil Martin and Mandy Bachmann in a 1954 Porsche Pre-A.