Louis Vuitton has returned to the open road with the Dolomites Classic Run 2026, a four-day journey celebrating classic motoring, Italian cultural heritage and the House’s enduring Art of Travel.
Running from 1 to 4 September, the event brings together 22 exceptional vintage cars for a journey of approximately 600 kilometres, travelling from Venice through the Dolomites before reaching Monza and Milan.
The route begins in Venice before the cars depart from Villa Pisani in Stra, continuing through the dramatic mountain passes and landscapes of the Dolomites. The journey then heads towards Monza, where the participating cars will parade at the iconic Autodromo Nazionale di Monza during the opening of the Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix. The event will conclude in Milan at Castello Sforzesco, where the trophies will be presented.
Rather than a traditional race focused purely on speed, the Dolomites Classic Run is a regularity competition, where precision, timing and navigation are key. Crews are judged on their ability to maintain target speeds and reach checkpoints with as much accuracy as possible.
Beyond the road, the event also highlights Louis Vuitton’s commitment to Italian cultural heritage. Along the route, the House is supporting projects at institutions including Villa Pisani, Palazzo Ducale, Villa Reale di Monza and Castello Sforzesco. These initiatives range from restoration and lighting projects to the preservation of historic artworks and architectural spaces.
The event also reflects Louis Vuitton’s long relationship with the automotive world. From the House’s early automobile trunks, designed for the pioneering motorists of the early 20th century, to its contemporary presence within Formula 1, travel and movement have remained central to the Maison’s story.
With its combination of rare automobiles, spectacular Italian scenery and cultural landmarks, the Louis Vuitton Dolomites Classic Run 2026 brings together the worlds of travel, craftsmanship and motorsport — proving that for Louis Vuitton, the journey remains just as important as the destination.
