From Thursday 17 to Sunday 20 September, Riva Classiche brought Aquarama owners and enthusiasts to Sarnico from all over the world for the famous concours d’élégance, thrilling challenges, social gatherings and other memorable moments.

Elegance, excitement and the joy of spending time together, gliding across the waters of Lake Iseo in the most beautiful and best-known boat of all time.

The Aquarama Trophy was all this and much more: it’s difficult to put into words the magical atmosphere created during this extraordinary three-day event, not least by the spectacular sight of eighteen Aquaramas gathered together, both moored and underway.
From Thursday 17 to Sunday 20 September, Riva Classiche invited owners and enthusiasts to take part in the many activities on the programme, which they did with enthusiasm and enjoyment.

The first day kicked off with a tour of the Sarnico shipyard, the “dream factory” where Riva Classiche’s master craftsmen restore historic boats to their former glory. The grand finale showcased a truly special dinner set against the backdrop of the legendary shipyard, surrounded by boats that have shaped the history of Riva and the boating world.

The second day was devoted to cruising on Lake Iseo, with the Aquaramas and their owners taking part in the “cork race”, mooring exercises and a regularity rally. In the evening, a visit to the famous Bellavista winery featured an exceptional food and wine experience.
Saturday was packed with exciting and memorable moments, from the concours d’élégance to the parade with group photos in the picturesque Bogn cove, and from the sophisticated chicnic on the island of Loreto to the gala evening at the shipyard, featuring a highly acclaimed awards ceremony.

The highly prestigious sponsors also infused the whole event with their signature style and quality.

Ermenegildo Zegna, Main Sponsor, devised the “Oasi di Lino” theme for the concours d’élégance and presented the winners with their prizes. Range Rover presented the trophies to the winners of the regularity rally, while RM Sotheby’s brought three magnificent classic cars to Sarnico: a 1965 Ferrari 275 GTS by Pininfarina, a Mercedes-Benz 300 SL and a Jaguar XK 120.

Goodwool created exclusive boat covers for the Aquaramas to mark the occasion – in navy blue with white detailing and the Riva Classiche logo – as well as elegant matching vests for the owners. Bellavista provided the corks for the cork race, which concluded with a special moment: the prize-giving ceremony presented personally by Cavalier Moretti. Astara, meanwhile, unveiled an exclusive new creation in partnership with Riva: “Astara x Riva” caviar, presented in an elegant mahogany box.

Riva Residenze, Lind, Motul and Time on Show also supported the Aquarama Trophy, contributing to the success of this year’s event.
 
When an event ends and you’re left longing for it to start again, your thoughts are already turning to the future. See you at the next Aquarama Trophy.