Vespa World Days 2025 was held in Gijón this year, drawing thousands of scooter fans from 38 countries to Spain’s northern Atlantic Ocean coast. This annual event, a highlight for Vespa riders, brought together national Vespa Clubs to celebrate the iconic Italian scooter, continuing a tradition that started as EuroVespa in 1954.
The first day featured the Gymkhana World Cup, a test of riding skill and speed, alongside the Concours d’Élégance, where riders showed off their best-preserved Vespas and customized scooters.
The following day, over 4000 Vespas of all models and eras paraded through green hills in the Principality of Asturias, enjoying spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean’s Cantabrian Sea. Vespa World Days showcase the global appeal of the brand and scooters, with riders from as far as Australia and the U.S. joining locals.
The Vespa Trophy is always a major draw. Vespa World Days competitors document their trips with photos and stamps in Travel Books, with Piaggio dealers acting as checkpoints and assisting riders as needed. Vespa Club Ferrara stood out, with four riders earning top honors. Vespa Club Roma took second, followed by Vespa Club Trento. Carmine Sapio from Vespa Club Melfi won the Lone Rider award for his solo journey.
The Vespa scooter was born in 1946 in Pontedera, Italy, and has become an international symbol of style and freedom. Vespa Clubs formed that same year as the scooter company’s founding, and by 1954, fans were gathering for international rallies. Last year, Pontedera hosted the event to mark 70 years of EuroVespa, which was renamed Vespa World Days in 2007 to reflect its global appeal. Currently, there are 66 countries with Vespa Clubs, representing millions of riders across five continents.
The Vespa World Days 2025 gathering in Gijón speaks to Vespa’s enduring legacy, combining competition, community, and scenic rides. For scooter and motorcycle enthusiasts, it was a reminder of why this two-wheeler remains a global icon.
