#CoppaDellaConsuma

The Coppa della Consuma was one of the earliest and most iconic Italian hill climb competitions, first held in 1902 on the winding mountain road from Pontassieve to the Passo della Consuma, in the province of Florence. The event quickly gained prominence as a benchmark challenge for both motorcycles and automobiles, drawing entries from major manufacturers as well as accomplished privateers. During the interwar period and especially throughout the 1950s, the Coppa della Consuma became a regular fixture in the Italian national racing calendar. It counted among its participants renowned drivers such as Giulio Masetti, Gastone Brilli-Peri, and later Mauro Nesti, who would go on to dominate European hill climb championships. The route, measuring approximately 8.5 km, featured a demanding sequence of gradual climbs, tight hairpin turns, and forested sections, offering a perfect technical test for both man and machine amid the scenic backdrop of the Tuscan Apennines. The last competitive edition of the race was held in 1964, after which the event was discontinued due to evolving safety standards and increasingly restrictive road traffic regulations. However, in 1990 the Coppa della Consuma was revived as a historic hill climb, reimagined as a regularity event for classic and vintage vehicles. Since then, it has retraced the original route with a focus on heritage, preservation, and celebration of motorsport history, rather than pure speed.

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