From October 16th to 19th, Sicily will once again host one of the most iconic competitions in world motorsport. The Targa Florio Classica 2025 renews the magic of the “Cursa,” the world’s oldest race, which still today combines charm, history, and sporting passion. The event, part of the Italian Grandi Eventi Championship , will welcome over two hundred crews from around the world, ready to compete amid breathtaking scenery, legendary curves, and an ever-enthusiastic crowd.
The 2025 edition will cover a route nearly six hundred kilometers long, divided into two main stages. The first day , approximately 293 km long, will take the crews through the colorful salt pans, the historic cellars of Marsala, and the archaeological ruins of Selinunte, on a journey that combines the winemaking and cultural traditions of western Sicily. The second stage , 303 km long, will take the race back to the heart of the Madonie Mountains, the historic cradle of the Targa Florio and the setting for Nino Vaccarella’s exploits. One of the special stages will be dedicated to the “flying principal,” named in his honor to celebrate the legendary Palermo-born driver whose name, more than any other, has been linked to this race.
The official start is scheduled for Thursday, October 16th, from Piazza Verdi in the center of Palermo, with the usual crowd of spectators and enthusiasts. The event will conclude on Sunday the 19th with a relaxed parade towards Monreale, taking in the views and architectural beauty.
In the front row will be reigning champions Francesco and Giuseppe Di Pietra in a Fiat 508C , currently leading the Italian Grand Events Championship. Among the most eagerly awaited opponents are Mario Passanante and Alessandro Molgora , also in a Fiat 508C, ready to relaunch the challenge on their home roads. Alongside the historic cars, there will also be space for modern Gran Turismos , produced from 1991 onwards, which will compete for the Modern Cars title. Finally, there is great anticipation for the Ferrari Tribute to Targa Florio , with around eighty Prancing Horse models from twenty countries: from Belgium to the United States, from Mexico to Ukraine, in a true ode to automotive passion.