Published on: 02/10/2024 Updated on: 11/03/2025
At the re-enactment of the 2024 Tigullio Circuit, the historic race scheduled for Oct. 4-6, Mafra welcomes participants with its inflatable arches, four gazebos with its products and Welcome Kit for participants.
The history of the Tigullio Circuit begins more than a century ago. It was, in fact, November 19, 1922 when the first edition of this motorcycle competition was held, in which 40 competitors were entered. Since then, with a few interruptions, the race was held until 1932, the year of the last edition ravaged by a serious accident.
The re-enactment, now in its third year, is held Oct. 4-6 in Santa Margherita Ligure, Portofino and other famous Ligurian locations and is open to historic racing cars and cars of special historical sports interest from the early days to the present, selected by the organizing committee.
Mafra, which shares a passion for historic vehicles with participants, is Gold Partner of the Tigullio Circuit and welcomes participants with a Welcome Kit, four gazebos with the best car care products and its own, unmistakable Inflatable Arches.
Mafra at Tigullio Circuit 2024, a tangible presence
Mafra is close to the public and participants of the 2024 edition of the Tigullio Circuit. There are, in fact, four Mafra gazebos available, placed at the different points hosting the event.
At the gazebos you can find the best products for car care and listen to the advice of Mafra managers to identify those best suited to your needs.
Mafra also offers all crews their own Welcome Kit.
Mafra's welcome to the 2024 Circuit of Tigullio. Welcoming participants to the 2024 edition of the Tigullio Circuit is the Mafra Welcome Kit, which contains, in a handy silver bag, badge holders and caps, along with a selection of products Mafra for car care, consisting of:
Waterless, Mafra 's innovative product that allows all exterior car parts to be washed without using water and, therefore, can be easily used in any situation, even during an event.
Heavy Work, Mafra 's microfiber cloth, to be used both to dry the bodywork and to remove dirt in the passenger compartment.
The program of the Tigullio Circuit 2024
The Tigullio Circuit 2024 affects some of Liguria's best-known locations, such as Santa Margherita Ligure, Rapallo, and Portofino.
The program begins on Friday, Oct. 4, in Piazza Sant'Erasmo in Santa Margherita Ligure with a reception for participants starting at 10 a.m.; in the afternoon, from 4 p.m., there is a transfer to Portofino for a visit to the famous resort and village.
At 5:30 p.m. it is time for a tasting of typical products and aperitif, organized by "Palato Fino a Portofino," before returning to Santa Margherita Ligure.
On Saturday, October 9, from 9 a.m. it is possible for the public to visit the paddock, where the participating cars are on display. At 11:30 a.m. the crews' sightseeing tour of the Tigullio hills will start, arriving in Camogli at 12:30 p.m.
Immediately afterwards, participants have the opportunity to taste the famous Sagra del pesce frittura, prepared for the occasion by the Pro Loco of Camogli. In the afternoon it is back to Santa Margherita Ligure, where talk shows, interviews and presentations are scheduled.
The day ends at 9 p.m. with the Dinner of Champions, hosted at one of Tigullio's prestigious villas.
On Sunday, October 9, at 9 a.m. the paddock is opened to the public, who can admire the cars on display. At 10 a.m. the talk shows and presentations begin, while at 11:30 a.m. the historical re-enactment of the Tigullio Circuit kicks off with the presentation of the cars.
Afterwards, participants head to Rapallo, where they can enjoy typical Ligurian cuisine products. The program continues with the Grand Prix Colombo precision test "The Challenge to Tazio Nuvolari."
After returning to Santa Margherita Ligure, it is the turn of the Grand Gala "The Queen of Tigullio," with the presentation of trophies and awards, and the awarding of the "Tazio Nuvolari Challenge." The exhibitions are scheduled to close at 6:30 pm.
Nuvolari and the Tigullio Circuit.
The great driver Tazio Nuvolari is very attached to the Tigullio Circuit, where he achieved important successes. In 1924, in fact, he won on four wheels, at the wheel of a Bianchi Type 18 at an average speed of more than 52 km/h, seizing his first major success despite an off-road accident in which he had severely damaged the car.
The chronicles tell that Nuvolari, due to a tire blowout, had ended up in a ditch. Having put the overturned car back on track thanks to the help of some spectators, the Mantuan ace managed to get to the finish line first despite maneuvering the steering with a wrench, used instead of the steering wheel that had come off in the collision.
But Nuvolari 's exploits at the Tigullio Circuit were not over. In 1929, in fact, he also imposed himself among two-wheelers, asserting himself in the motorcycle edition of the Ligurian race dedicated for the occasion to Prince of Piedmont Umberto di Savoia.
The champion from Mantova, who was riding a Bianchi 350, once again demonstrated his ability to excel with different motor vehicles.
Mafra supports with its participation the Tigullio Circuit and the crews, with whom it shares a love for the most beautiful cars of all time.
