From 1 to 4 September 2025, Luxembourg hosted the ADAC Europa Classic for the first time, a car rally bringing together 80 historic vehicles on the country’s roads.
For the first time in its history, the ADAC Oldtimer-Wanderung made a stop in Luxembourg. Dubbed ‘Europa Classic’, this event brought together 80 historic vehicles spanning nine decades of automotive history, with models ranging from 1935 to the late 1980s.
A veritable rolling museum, the event brought together some of the most remarkable vehicles, such as the 1935 Fiat Balilla Coppa d’Oro 508 S, the oldest in the line-up, driven by the Luxembourg crew of Lucien Franck and Nicolas Block. The Grand Duchy was well represented with five Luxembourg crews, lined up in iconic models:
- 1959 Austin-Healey 100-Six Two-Seater (BN6),
- 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 D 2.5 Turbo (W201), nicknamed ‘Baby-Benz’,
- a 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL/8 (W113),
- a 1964 Mercedes-Benz 230 SL Pagoda,
- and a 1935 Fiat Balilla Coppa d’Oro 508 S.
These legendary models rubbed shoulders with popular icons during this unique event, such as the Citroën Traction Avant and the Opel Olympia Limousine. The freshly restored 1972 Maserati Indy 4700 also made its first official appearance, while the 1978 Porsche 911 Turbo Coupé embodied feminine power with the Stromtank-sponsored crew.
The event marked the 75th anniversary of the VW Bulli, with several T1 models on display, including the legendary 1966 VW Samba and the ADAC Straßenwacht vehicle, involved in the ‘Wunscherfüller’ solidarity initiative, which allows residents of the HMC League to enjoy the unique experience of a ride in a classic car.
In terms of celebrities, the public was able to catch a glimpse of Richy Müller, the famous commissioner from the television series ‘Tatort’, at the wheel of his Porsche 911 Targa, Eloy de Jong in his Opel Kadett GSi Cabrio, and actor Ralf Bauer aboard the ADAC Bulli.
Over four days, the crews travelled across Luxembourg, passing through iconic locations that were open to the public. On the first day, the tour started at the GRIDX Arena (Wickrange), before heading to Schengen and the Esplanade of the Schengen Agreement Monument, and then returning to the Arena.
The second day was more challenging, with a first stop in Remerschen at the Domaines Vinsmoselle, followed by a stop at Echternach Abbey. In the afternoon, the teams headed to Diekirch to visit the National Conservatory of Historic Vehicles (CNVH), a stop eagerly awaited by enthusiasts. This museum, rich in historic models and documentation, offers an ideal setting for an immersion in Luxembourg’s automotive history. The procession then headed back to GRIDX via the Merbag dealership in Diekirch.
On the third day, the cars set off for Mertzig, then Weiswampach to visit the Steyr collection, one of the largest collections of Steyr tractors. Finally, after a stop in Vianden, the rolling museum returned to its starting point in Wickrange.
On the last day, the route included stops in Mondercange (ACL Karting) and Bekerich, ending with a final arrival in Luxembourg City.
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