The Splendour of the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este: A Celebration of History, Scenic Beauty and Horological Excellence with A. Lange & Söhne

Few settings on earth blend scenic beauty, historical prominence, and automotive culture as seamlessly as the Villa d’Este on Lake Como. The venue of the illustrious Concorso d’Eleganza since 1929, this venue offers an unrivalled exhibition of automotive and horological artistry. After an interlude during the war years, the Concorso resumed in the 1990s and quickly regained its reputation as one of the world’s most prestigious car shows.

The 2026 Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este was especially memorable for A. Lange & Söhne, marking its 15th year as a partner. This was celebrated by unveiling the brand’s new Honeygold Cabaret Tourbillon, a remarkable innovation that brings back the timeless elegance of the Cabaret model with a new twist.

At the conclusion of the two-day event, a distinctive award awaited the jury’s chosen winner: a one-of-a-kind A. Lange & Söhne timepiece. This annual tradition features a bespoke 1815 Chronograph replete with a salmon dial and a hand-engraved hunter’s caseback featuring the Concorso crest, a fitting tribute to the spirit of the event and a reminder of the synergy between the worlds of automotive and horological glamour.