Louis Vuitton brought its legendary Classic Run back to the road this September, reviving a tradition that has brought together exceptional cars, remarkable landscapes, and the House’s enduring “Art of Travel” since 1993. The Louis Vuitton Dolomites Classic Run 2026, held September 1–4, took vintage cars and their collectors from Venice through the Dolomites before concluding in Monza and Milan.
The return marked a new chapter in Louis Vuitton’s longstanding connection to the classic-car world. Since its first Vintage Run in 1993, the Classic Run has traveled through Tuscany, China, and Bohemia. Its most recent edition, the Serenissima Run in 2012, concluded in Venice, the same city that welcomed this year’s event.
A Journey Through the Dolomites
The four-day experience began in Venice before moving to one of the region’s most impressive historic estates, Villa Pisani. From there, the route crossed the Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage landscape, covering approximately 600 kilometers over two days.
Vintage cars from some of the world’s most important collections participated alongside their owners, including several women collectors, competing in a timed driving competition. The route wound through mountain passes and scenic roads, making the Italian landscape part of the experience.
The event also reflected Louis Vuitton’s commitment to preserving historic places. The House works with cultural institutions and historic landmarks, including Villa Pisani, Reggia di Monza, Milan’s Castello Sforzesco, and more.
Where Travel Meets the Automobile
Louis Vuitton’s connection to the automobile dates back to 1897, when Georges Vuitton created the House’s first car trunk. In 1905, the Maison introduced its “Sacs Chauffeurs,” designed to fit directly into a car’s spare-wheel compartment.
That history continued on the road to Monza, where the participating cars drove on the Autodromo Nazionale di Monza circuit on September 4 during the opening of the Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix. Villa Reale also hosted a public exhibition showcasing the classic cars.
The journey concluded at Milan’s Castello Sforzesco with the presentation of a custom trophy created by artist Sabine Marcelis and produced by Italian glassmaker Venini. The trophy traveled in a Louis Vuitton Trophy Trunk, continuing the House’s tradition of creating cases for some of the world’s most celebrated sporting awards.
From Venice to the Dolomites, Monza, and Milan, the 2026 Classic Run transformed Louis Vuitton’s vision of travel into a celebration of automotive history, Italian culture, and timeless craftsmanship.
