Via Flaminia Classic
Italy as we remember it.
We hope to welcome many participants who have just finished the wonderful Via Hellenica. For those starting the rally here in Italy we seize the opportunity presented by trucks picking up the cars that completed the rally in Greece, to offer an affordable option to bring your car to Italy. Your vehicle will be ready for you upon arrival at Bari Airport.
Our journey begins in a picturesque town nestled along the Adriatic, where our cars will take center stage amidst the charming backdrop of the main square, flanked by a historic church and the shimmering sea.
From the outset, you’ll be enveloped in the essence of Italy – with its timeless towns, captivating architecture, bustling squares, and the legendary warmth of Italian hospitality. Prepare for a heartfelt welcome.
Next, we venture to Gargano National Park, where a comfortable coastal hotel awaits. Immerse yourself in local life with a visit to a traditional cliffside fishery, then unwind at leisure amid the town’s vibrant array of eateries and bars.
After what may have been a heavy night, a relatively short drive inland follows. Here, we’re greeted in a tranquil, dormant town square, where locals gather to reminisce about our classic cars of their youth. While some guests enjoy the castle accommodations overlooking the town, most will find comfort in charming homestays. This is Italy at its most enchanting.
From the very start, you’ll find yourself immersed in the quintessential experience – small towns, captivating architecture, lively squares, and, of course, renowned Italian hospitality. A warm welcome awaits you.
Our next destination is in the southern part of Molise, a sparsely populated region in Italy, renowned for its unspoiled nature and authentic villages. “Our” village has been completely transformed into a charming hotel – a location full of atmosphere and character.
We’ll take the most remote roads heading north, eventually reaching the heights of the Gran Sasso. The enchanting high plains remain a source of inspiration and offer exhilarating driving experiences. Although some of you may have visited this area during previous editions of the Via Flaminia, the allure of this plateau remains as captivating as ever.
From these stunning high plains, the rally continues into Umbria, where a picturesque castle village, also converted into a hotel, awaits us. The transition from the desolate expanses of the Gran Sasso to the gentle, velvety valleys of Umbria offers a delightful contrast, with the countryside becoming increasingly inviting. The following day, this sense of charm intensifies as we travel through Tuscany to a castle that has been a beloved stop since the first edition of the Via Flaminia in 2005. It will provide the perfect setting for our final dinner.
The next day it’s a 100 km drive to the Airport of Florence where we will be picking up your car to transport it back to Holland.
As always with the rallies organized by Via Flaminia, this is a relaxed rally where competition serves the atmosphere; winning is not an end in itself. Those who want coffee along the way can do so. No time restrictions apply. Of course, we do expect you in time for lunch and dinner. Classification is based on navigation, and the competition for the last place is sometimes fierce. There are 30 places available for cars up to 1980.
For teams whose combined age is under 100, there is a discount of 1% for each year less than 100, with a maximum of 15% (reference year 2025). They may also bring a younger car, one year per 2 years younger than 100.
Andrew Wood (UK)
Louise Wood (UK)


Arnold Hoogenhout (NL)
Muriël Tigchelaar (NL)



Barry Putney (UK)
Julie Putney (UK)


Bas ‘t Jong (NL)
Joke Verhoeven (NL)











Chris Kallis (UK)
Elli Kallis (UK)






Chris O’Connor (UK)
James O’Connor (UK)




Donald Ferrari (USA)
Giuliana Ferrari (USA)






Els Olevier (B)
Bjorn Del’haye (B)



Eric Barenbrug (NL)
Lucienne Samuels (NL)












Eva Beems (NL)
Frank Wilschut (NL)







Gaspard Boot (NL)
Floor Boot (NL)





Heinz-Bruno Hecker (D)
Annegret Haase – Großkurth (D)






Herman Blaak (NL)
Marion Hoogenes (NL)













Ilse Spillier (B)
Marc Creyf (B)


Jan Droogers (NL)
Ellen Droogers (NL)







Johan Schoenmaker (NL)
Hille Ypma (NL)












Johan van der Stadt (B)
Nathalie De Naeyer (B)


Johan van Gool (B)
Conny De Laet (B)






John McCoy (USA)
Cindy Isberg (USA)





Jules Keyzer (NL)
Janneke Keyer (NL)





Leo Luchtman (NL)
Joris Luchtman (NL)







Luc Slijpen (NL)
Sjo Kohlen (NL)




Matthijs Laurs (NL)
Jesse Nobel (NL)










Miloš Vránek (CZ)
Pavel Vránek (CZ)


Nicholas Bleaney (UK)
James Prentice (UK)






Nick Marks (UK)
Annabella Marks (UK)






Nico Cortlever (NL)
Letty Cortlever (NL)











Petr Rysavy (CZ)
Tania Rysava (CZ)








Ton van Dorsselaer (NL)
Krijn Mackloet (NL)


Walter van Voorst van Beest (NL)
Lida van Voorst van Beest (NL)





Willy Kempeneer (B)
Anne Roete (B)




Results Via Flaminia Classic
Bright Class
Nr | Driver | Co-driver | Car | Year | Penalty |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Else Olevier | Bjorn Del’haye | Mini city 1000 | 1985 | 266 |
2 | Arnold Hoogenhout | Muriël Tigchelaar | Mercedes 280 SL | 1969 | 288 |
3 | Eva Beems | Frank Wilschut | Fiat Spider | 1968 | 399 |
Shine Class
Nr | Driver | Co-driver | Car | Year | Penalty |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Conny de Laet | Johan van Gool | Mercedes 300SL | 1988 | 170 |
2 | Eric Barenbrug | Luciene Samuels | Alfa Romeo Spider 2000 | 1972 | 210 |
3 | Johan Schoenmaker | Hille Ypma | Alfa Romeo Spider | 1970 | 360 |