LEG 1 – TUESDAY 13TH JUNE
Desenzano del Garda, Sirmione, Verona, Bovolone, Ferrara, Lugo, Imola, Forlì
After departing from Viale Venezia, the competing cars crossed Lake Garda, Verona, Ferrara, Lugo and Imola ending the first leg in Cervia-Milano Marittima.
Desenzano del Garda
The 1000 Miglia and Desenzano, a bond that continues over time
The Red Arrow crossed the streets of one of the most renowned locations on Garda. On Tuesday 13th June, during its first leg, the 1000 Miglia 2023 passed through the town with an artistic, historical and archaeological heritage that has its roots in the Roman era.
Sirmione
A unique site for an unrepeatable race
Also this year the salon of Lake Garda welcomed the Most beautiful race in the world. During the first leg, which was held on Tuesday 13th June, the travelling museum crossed the pearl of Garda. A place where the uniqueness of the cars participating in the race merged with the naturalistic and historical wonders of the place that attracts tourists from all over the world.
Verona
The 1000 Miglia in a city of dreams
Verona, a gentle city of dreams, where emotion merges with endless beauty. Every step along its streets fills one with a deep sense of wonder and enchantment. The ancient walls tell faraway stories, while the piazzas vibrate with life and contagious energy. Falling in love with Verona is inevitable, falling in love in Verona is the desire of many. The Arena, with its ancient stones and the lure of operas, awakens the soul and ignites passion. Juliet’s House, with its balcony that has seen promises of love, fills the heart with hope and romance. But it is in the details that Verona reveals itself to be a jewel. The bridges reflecting on the serene waters of the Adige River, the alleys steeped in history and mystery, the squares adorned with flowers and bright colours. Every corner hides a secret to be discovered, a moment of pure enchantment to be experienced. And when evening wraps the city in its embrace, the restaurants and osterias come alive with laughter and conviviality. The scent of Veronese cuisine fills the air and the local wine slips gently through the lips, giving a unique flavour to every mouthful.
Bovolone
The 1000 Miglia in the heart of the plains of Verona
Originating from some Bronze Age settlements, Bovolone was a possession of the Bishop of Verona, who established one of his residences in the Bishop’s Palace. In the post-war period, it developed as an agricultural centre and an area for the production of classic furniture.
Among the most interesting sights are the ancient Pieve di San Giovanni Battista and the Oratorio San Biagio, of which the original bell tower remains and inside which several 16th-century paintings are kept. There is also the Cathedral of San Giuseppe, with its beautiful marble floor, the 130-pipe organ in the apse and the Della Scala-era sarcophagus containing the remains of Bishop Nicolò Ormaneto.
Near Piazza Scipioni, the site of the Perseus War Memorial, is the Bishop’s Palace, now the Town Hall, the Municipal Library and the Local Police Station.
Finally, the Menago Valley Park covers an area of about 35 hectares between the Menago River and the Fossa Nuova and is accessible from Piazzale Mulino; it includes a large picnic area and an animal enclosure. Finally, on the small island in the centre of the lake, it is possible to visit the reconstruction of the prehistoric village.
Ferrara
The traveling museum in the capital of the Renaissance
Considered one of the art cities par excellence, Ferrara can boast about having seen a traveling museum passing through its streets. The 1000 Miglia 2023 passed through Ferrara and then concluded the first leg in Cervia. On Tuesday 13th June the Race travelled through the Renaissance capital, ruled for three centuries by the House of Este and which to the present days preserves a unique urban plan in which the Middle Ages and the Renaissance manage to blend. Due to this unique feature of Ferrara, it has been recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Lugo
The 1000 Miglia for the first time in the birthplace of Francesco Baracca, Italian aviation ace
Lugo, also known as Lugo di Romagna, is a very old town. There is even evidence of the existence of a Neolithic village close to the present town. After the first settlements of the Celts, Lugo entered the orbit of the Romans at the height of the 5th century AD. Today, it retains a historical centre of considerable interest that bears witness to the development of civil and religious architecture over the centuries. The town’s symbolic monument is the Rocca Estense, home of the Town Hall. In the central square, it is possible to admire the sculpture by Domenico Rambelli dedicated to the ace of aces of Italian aviation, Francesco Baracca, who was born in Lugo. A few metres away in the street of the same name, inside the house where he was born, stands the Museum that the Municipality has dedicated to him and where it is possible to admire, among other things, the Spad VII aircraft. On one side of the fuselage is the emblem used by Major Baracca: the prancing horse.
Imola
A land of emotions, between engines and flavours
An ancient town, founded by the Romans more than two thousand years ago, with an international vocation and open to the world since time immemorial, in which cultural, musical, food, wine and manufacturing excellence find perfect harmony.
The centre of Imola was built under the shadow of the municipal clock tower, where the Cardo and Decumanus meet. It is the ideal point to begin a journey of discovery that starts from the mediaeval vaults of the Palazzo Comunale and continues under the elegant porticoes that flank Piazza Matteotti: the warm colours and materials are those of the history of Romagna. A short distance away, stands one of the most beautiful 18th-century buildings of Imola, the evocative Palazzo Tozzoni with its original furnishings and collections, which is now the Civic Museum. Further on, you reach one of the symbols of the city: the Rocca Sforzesca, a splendid example of fortified architecture from the Middle Ages.
The history of Imola extends as far as the “Enzo and Dino Ferrari” International Racetrack, which in 2023 celebrates 70 years since its foundation and is a distinctive feature of the identity of Imola. From the railway station, it is only a 15-minute walk through the historic centre to the circuit. Imola is a land of emotions, between engines and know-how of our region, it is the heart of Motor Valley, the hyphen between Emilia and Romagna, in which the Circuit constitutes a rich and dynamic identity open to the future.
Forlì
The 1000 Miglia returned to the city in Romagna
After last year’s passage, the 2023 Race passed through the streets of Forlì, a town that still bears clearly visible the two road axes of Roman origin and preserves numerous significant traces of the Roman and Renaissance eras. On Tuesday 13th June the competing cars greeted Forlì and headed towards the end of the leg in Cervia Milano Marittima.
Cervia-Milano Marittima
The Red Arrow in the heart of the Romagna Riviera
The first leg of the 1000 Miglia 2023 ended in one of the main tourist resorts of the Romagna Riviera: on 13th June the Red Arrow arrived in Cervia. Founded as a salt mining town, its past can still be felt today among the ancient and imposing Salt Warehouses and the San Michele Tower. In the seaside town, along the canal port, the warmth and liveliness of a typical fishing village with its small terraced houses shines through. A 9-km-long beachfront offers opportunities for fun and pure relaxation. Welcoming and hospitable, it is appreciated throughout Europe for the quality of its services. There are many locations immersed in nature: from the green of the pine forests to the blue of the sea, the white of the salt mounds, the pink of the flamingos that populate the Salina (Saltern), the southern station of the Po Delta Park. Guests are also welcomed by the flavours of both the traditional and more innovative Romagna cuisines, which make use a special ingredient: the sweet salt of Cervia.
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A captivating event: each car in the #1000Miglia has a unique story to share.
Which is your dream car? 😍🚗
📸 In the photo, a 1952 Porsche 356 1500 passing through Macerata at the #1000Miglia2023.
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Un evento che affascina: ogni auto della #1000Miglia ha un racconto unico da condividere.
Qual è l’auto dei tuoi sogni? 😍🚗
📸 In foto, una Porsche 356 1500 del 1952 al passaggio da Macerata alla #1000Miglia2023.
Apr 22
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Taking part in time trials during regularity races demands an extraordinary level of precision ⏱️
📸 In the photo, the crew of a majestic 1955 Jaguar XK 140 DHC engage with determination in one of the time trials at #1000MigliaWarmUpUSA2023, masterfully negotiating every curve and straight.
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La partecipazione alle prove cronometrate durante le gare di regolarità richiede un livello straordinario di precisione ⏱️
📸 In foto, l’equipaggio di una maestosa Jaguar XK 140 DHC del 1955 si impegna con determinazione in una delle prove cronometrate alla #1000MigliaWarmUpUSA2023, affrontando con maestria ogni curva e rettilineo.
Apr 19
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Participating in the #1000Miglia is not just about testing your driving skills, it is also about taking care of your fellow travellers 🚗😍
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Partecipare alla #1000Miglia non è solo mettere alla prova la propria abilità alla guida, è anche prendersi cura dei propri compagni di viaggio 🚗😍
Apr 17
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15 April 2024 National Made in Italy Day, the occasion to celebrate Italian excellence in the world: in the grounds of Villa Firenze in Washington DC, the residence of the Italian Ambassador to the USA @italyinus, #1000Miglia is present with a Lancia Aurelia B20, a model with classic and timeless charm, often protagonist at the most beautiful race in the world 💫
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15 Aprile 2024 Giornata Nazionale del Made in Italy, l’occasione per celebrare l’eccellenza italiana nel mondo: #1000Miglia presente a Washington DC nel parco di Villa Firenze, residenza dell’Ambasciatrice d’Italia negli USA @italyinus, con una Lancia Aurelia B20, modello dal fascino classico e senza tempo spesso protagonista alla corsa più bella del mondo 💫
Apr 16
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A 1932 Fiat 514 Coppa Alpi Spider S on arrival in Rome, the Eternal City, during the #1000Miglia2023✨
The rendezvous in the Italian capital is on 13 June📍
Will you be there?
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Una Fiat 514 Coppa Alpi Spider S del 1932 all’arrivo a Roma, la Città Eterna, durante la #1000Miglia2023✨
L’appuntamento nella Capitale è per il 13 giugno📍
E tu ci sarai?
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Apr 15
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By certifying the passage of cars at locations along the route, the passage control stamped on the time sheets of each individual competitor, together with the time trials, average trials and time controls, make up the structure of a regularity race 🚗
#1000Miglia #1000Miglia2024
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Attestando il passaggio delle automobili nelle località lungo il percorso, il controllo timbro apposto sulle tabelle di marcia di ogni singolo concorrente compone, insieme alle prove cronometrate, alle prove di media e al controllo orario, la struttura di una gara di regolarità 🚗
#1000Miglia #1000Miglia2024
Apr 12
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Towards #CoppadelleAlpi2024 ⏳
Just over two weeks to go until the start of the unique edition of this event that will take the crews across the entire Alpine arc from East to West in five legs.
Are you also looking forward to it? 🔜🚗
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Verso #CoppadelleAlpi2024 ⏳
Mancano poco più di due settimane all’inizio dell’edizione unica di questo evento che porterà gli equipaggi ad attraversare in 5 tappe l’intero arco alpino da Est a Ovest.
Anche tu non vedi l’ora? 🔜🚗
Apr 10
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A special thanks to all our Partners who also made the third edition of #SorrentoRoads unique 💫, the format is designed to take the 1000 Miglia style beyond the classic routes of the most beautiful race in the world.
A 1000 thanks to all and see you soon! 🚗
@comunesorrento, @chopard, @jpmorganprivatebank, @franciacorta, @galagloves, @gerards_cosmetic_culture, @acquadolomia, @calabrese1924 e @fondazionesorrento
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Un ringraziamento speciale a tutti i nostri Partner che hanno reso unica anche la terza edizione di #SorrentoRoads 💫 il format pensato per portare lo stile 1000 Miglia al di fuori dei classici tracciati della Corsa più bella del mondo.
1000 grazie a tutti e arrivederci!🚗
@comunesorrento, @chopard, @jpmorganprivatebank, @franciacorta, @galagloves, @gerards_cosmetic_culture, @acquadolomia, @calabrese1924 e @fondazionesorrento
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Apr 8
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The #SorrentoRoads2024 that took crews to the most beautiful corners of Campania has come to an end 🏁
For the third year running, Alfonso Facchini and Luigia Olivetti in a 1938 B.M.W 328 triumphed in the third edition of the event by #1000Miglia! 🚗🥇
On the podium in second place were Tarcisio Bonomi e Patrizia Codini in a 1955 Porsche 356 1500 Speedster🥈, and on the third step Alessandro Girardi e Simonetta Mastellini in a 1955 Porsche 356 1500 Coupé🥉
Riccardo Fiorentini and Giovanna Ceci in a 1972 Porsche 911 2.4 T Targa won the “Città di Sorrento Trophy” 🏆
Check out all the classifications at the link in bio ☝️
Until next time!
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Si è conclusa la #SorrentoRoads2024 che ha portato gli equipaggi negli angoli più belli della Campania 🏁
Alfonso Facchini e Luigia Olivetti a bordo di una B.M.W 328 del 1938, per il terzo anno consecutivo, hanno trionfato nella terza edizione dell’evento by #1000Miglia! 🚗🥇
Sul podio in seconda posizione Tarcisio Bonomi e Patrizia Codini su Porsche 356 1500 Speedster del 1955🥈, mentre sul terzo gradino Alessandro Girardi e Simonetta Mastellini su Porsche 356 1500 Coupé del 1955🥉
Riccardo Fiorentini e Giovanna Ceci a bordo di una Porsche 911 2.4 T Targa del 1972 vincono il “Trofeo Città di Sorrento” 🏆
Scopri tutte le classifiche al link in bio ☝️
Al prossimo appuntamento!
Apr 7
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🏆 The winners, for the popular jury, of the #SorrentoRoads2024 show competition held between the gardens of the Fondazione Sorrento and Piazza Andrea Veniero are:
📸 a 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 S Roadster for best design and style in the historic category (up to 1980)
📸 a 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo for best design and a 2008 Ferrari California for best style in the modern category (from 1980)
Following the car exhibition, the crews reached the island of Capri by sea, where they enjoyed the breathtaking scenery of one of the world’s most sought-after tourist destinations 🌊
After returning to the peninsula, the drivers and co-drivers prepared for the 1 vs 1 knockout regularity challenges for the 3rd “Città di Sorrento Trophy” 🏁🚗
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🏆 A vincere, per la giuria popolare, il concorso espositivo della #SorrentoRoads2024 che si è tenuto tra i giardini della Fondazione Sorrento e Piazza Andrea Veniero sono:
📸 una Mercedes-Benz 300 S Roadster del 1959 per miglior design e stile della categoria storiche (fino al 1980)
📸 una Lamborghini Gallardo del 2006 per miglior design e una Ferrari California del 2008 per miglior stile della categoria moderne (dal 1980)
In seguito all’esposizione delle auto, gli equipaggi hanno raggiunto via mare l’Isola di Capri dove hanno goduto degli scenari mozzafiato di una delle mete turistiche più ambite al mondo 🌊
Dopo il rientro in penisola, driver e copiloti si sono preparati per affrontare le sfide di regolarità 1 vs 1 ad eliminazione diretta per il 3° “Trofeo Città di Sorrento” 🏁🚗
Apr 6
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Drivers and co-drivers resumed their journey with Time Trials in the splendid setting of the Marina di Arechi - Salerno Port Village 🌊
Before leaving the southern gulf of the Sorrento peninsula, the cars animated the central streets of Salerno where the Passage Control was dedicated to the Automobile Club of Salerno ⏱️
After the last time trials along the Sorrentina National Road, the cars passed through Vico Equense📍
The race day ended with the return of the crews to Sorrento, with the last passage control at Piazza Veniero in Sorrento that confirmed the winners of the third edition of the Sorrento Roads: Alfonso Facchini and Luigia Olivetti in a B.M.W 328 from 1938 🏆
See you tomorrow for the last race activities 🔜
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Driver e copiloti hanno ripreso il loro viaggio con le Prove Cronometrate nella splendida cornice della Marina di Arechi- Salerno Port Village 🌊
Prima di lasciare il golfo meridionale della penisola sorrentina, le auto hanno animato le vie centrali di Salerno dove il Controllo Timbro è stato dedicato all’automobile Club di Salerno ⏱️
Dopo le ultime prove cronometrate lungo la Strada Statale Sorrentina, il passaggio a Vico Equense📍
La giornata di gara si è conclusa con il ritorno degli equipaggi a Sorrento, con l’ultimo controllo timbro presso la Piazza Veniero di Sorrento che ha sancito i vincitori della terza edizione della Sorrento Roads: Alfonso Facchini e Luigia Olivetti a bordo di una B.M.W 328 del 1938 🏆
A domani per le ultime attività sportive di gara 🔜
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Apr 5
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More than 200 km have been driven on this race day 🔛🚗
Today, the cars took part in the regularity challenge that, from Piazza Andrea Veniero in Sorrento, climbed towards Sant’Agata sui due Golfi and reached the Nastro Verde for the first Time Trials 🕐
The passage through Positano, Praiano, Amalfi and Minori and the second block of Time Trials in the port of Maiori offered the beauty of the Amalfi Coast. The crews then continued along the coast on the slopes of the Valle dell’Irno towards Salerno and Cilento 🌅
After stopping for lunch in Capaccio, the competitors visited the Paestum Archaeological Park, home to prehistoric, Greek and Roman buildings, leaving the competing cars on display in the splendid setting in front of the excavations ✨
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Sono più di 200 i km percorsi in questa giornata di gara 🔛🚗
Oggi, le auto si stanno cimentando nella sfida di regolarità che, da Piazza Andrea Veniero a Sorrento è salita verso Sant’Agata sui due Golfi e ha raggiunto il Nastro Verde per le prime Prove Cronometrate 🕐
Il passaggio da Positano, Praiano, Amalfi e Minori e il secondo blocco di Prove Cronometrate nel porto di Maiori hanno offerto la bellezza della Costiera Amalfitana, gli equipaggi hanno poi proseguito lungo la costa alle pendici della Valle dell’Irno verso Salerno e il Cilento 🌅
Dopo la sosta per il pranzo a Capaccio, i concorrenti hanno visitato il Parco Archeologico di Paestum, sede di costruzioni preistoriche, greche e romane, lasciando in esposizione le auto in gara nella splendida cornice davanti agli scavi ✨
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Apr 5