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2025 Events Calendar

January 1, 2025
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December 31, 2025
Villars-sur-Ollon

Calendar of Events 2025

Mark your agenda to have fun and participate to our 2025 meetup and rallyes from and around Villars-sur-Ollon

2nd February 2025 - Cinema night - Marathon in the Dust with the presence of Fritz Reust

May 2025 - Breakfast Club - location TBC

1st June 2025 - Generations Rally - Join us for a great day in Saint-Maurice at the TCS Race Track

23rd June 2025 - Piedmont Rally - 4 days of amazing roads to visit the best of this Italian region

July 2025 - Breakfast Club - location TBC

23rd August 2025 - Historic Ollon-Villars Hillclimb - A weekend with great cars bringing back the history of this incredible race

September 2025 - Breakast Club - location TBC

October 2025 - Breakfast Club - location TBC

More events are in preparation and we will inform you in due time!

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Alba Classic Treasures

June 23, 2025
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December 26, 2024
Piedmont

4 days of incredible roads from Villars to Piedmont to discover the best of Alba & surroundings.

More information will be shared soon, but if you're interested please contact secretariat@acvillars.com

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Generations Rally 2025

June 1, 2025
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June 1, 2025
Saint-Maurice

Information will be shared very soon.

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Marathon in the Dust

February 8, 2025
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February 8, 2025
Villars-sur-Ollon

We are honoured to welcome our friend, motorsport journalist and editor Fritz Reust to our popular autumn movie night. Fritz participated in the extraordinary 1968 London to Sydney rally and will be sharing original footage with us along with his fascinating "inside story". Don't miss this unique opportunity to hear about this remarkable 10,000 mile rally first-hand.

The event is generously supported by UBS and as consequence free to our members. Please contact secretariat@acvillars.com for more information and to reserve your place if you'd like to attend.

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Christmas Party 2024

December 14, 2024
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December 14, 2024
Villars-sur-Ollon

We are delighted to invite you to the traditional Christmas Party of the Automobile Club de Villars, which will take place on

Saturday, December 14, 2024

at the beautiful

Chalet RoyAlp Hotel & Spa

As always, it will be a wonderful opportunity to gather in a warm and festive atmosphere, celebrating the highlights and memories we've shared throughout the year.

To reserve your place, please contact Mimi at: mimi@acvillars.com.

More details on the evening’s program will be sent to you soon.

We look forward to seeing many of you there!

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Regular events

MOUNTAIN LODGE SOCIAL DRINKS

7 jul 2023
4 AUG 2023
8 SEP 2023
6 OCT 2023
3 NOV 2023
The Mountain Lodge in Villars

Join us on the first Friday of the month, for social drinks in the Villars Mountain Lodge Bar.

Designed to bring together our members, building friendships and relationships

*These dates will be at an alternative venue, please contact for details

Email mimi@acvillars.com to attend

MONTHLY BREAKFAST CLUB MEET

18 JUN 2023
16 JUL 2023
20 AUG 2023
17 SEP 2023
15 OCT 2023
TBC

Once a month on the third Sunday morning, from 9am, we host our popular Breakfast Club car meet for classic, pre-war, and super cars.

Enjoy coffee, breakfast and car chat, amongst an eclectic selection of cars in different Alpine settings.

There is also no need to purchase a ticket, everyone can order breakfast and coffee directly at the location.

We do ask however, that you confirm your attendance and let us know if you are bringing a car so that we can plan catering and parking arrangements. Please email tania@acvillars.com about this.

18 June "Open Air Breakfast"- Convertible Cars

16 July "Full English" - Best of British Cars

20 August " Italian Breakfast"- Best of Italian Cars

17 September "Dirty Breakfast"- Off Road Cars

15 October "Continental Breakfast" - European Classics

PAST events

COMING SOON

Alba Classic Treasures

June 23, 2025
to
December 26, 2024
Piedmont

4 days of incredible roads from Villars to Piedmont to discover the best of Alba & surroundings.

More information will be shared soon, but if you're interested please contact secretariat@acvillars.com

Generations Rally 2025

June 1, 2025
to
June 1, 2025
Saint-Maurice

Information will be shared very soon.

Marathon in the Dust

February 8, 2025
to
February 8, 2025
Villars-sur-Ollon

We are honoured to welcome our friend, motorsport journalist and editor Fritz Reust to our popular autumn movie night. Fritz participated in the extraordinary 1968 London to Sydney rally and will be sharing original footage with us along with his fascinating "inside story". Don't miss this unique opportunity to hear about this remarkable 10,000 mile rally first-hand.

The event is generously supported by UBS and as consequence free to our members. Please contact secretariat@acvillars.com for more information and to reserve your place if you'd like to attend.

2025 Events Calendar

January 1, 2025
to
December 31, 2025
Villars-sur-Ollon

Calendar of Events 2025

Mark your agenda to have fun and participate to our 2025 meetup and rallyes from and around Villars-sur-Ollon

2nd February 2025 - Cinema night - Marathon in the Dust with the presence of Fritz Reust

May 2025 - Breakfast Club - location TBC

1st June 2025 - Generations Rally - Join us for a great day in Saint-Maurice at the TCS Race Track

23rd June 2025 - Piedmont Rally - 4 days of amazing roads to visit the best of this Italian region

July 2025 - Breakfast Club - location TBC

23rd August 2025 - Historic Ollon-Villars Hillclimb - A weekend with great cars bringing back the history of this incredible race

September 2025 - Breakast Club - location TBC

October 2025 - Breakfast Club - location TBC

More events are in preparation and we will inform you in due time!

Christmas Party 2024

December 14, 2024
to
December 14, 2024
Villars-sur-Ollon

We are delighted to invite you to the traditional Christmas Party of the Automobile Club de Villars, which will take place on

Saturday, December 14, 2024

at the beautiful

Chalet RoyAlp Hotel & Spa

As always, it will be a wonderful opportunity to gather in a warm and festive atmosphere, celebrating the highlights and memories we've shared throughout the year.

To reserve your place, please contact Mimi at: mimi@acvillars.com.

More details on the evening’s program will be sent to you soon.

We look forward to seeing many of you there!

Movie Night @8pm

November 9, 2024
to
November 9, 2024
Villars-sur-Ollon

We are honoured to welcome our friend, motorsport journalist and editor Fritz Reust to our popular autumn movie night. Fritz participated in the extraordinary 1968 London to Sydney rally and will be sharing original footage with us along with his fascinating "inside story". Don't miss this unique opportunity to hear about this remarkable 10,000 mile rally first-hand.

The event is generously supported by UBS and as consequence free to our members. Please contact Tania at tania@acvillars.com for more information and to reserve your place if you'd like to attend.

Indian Summer Rally 2024

August 31, 2024
to
October 1, 2024
France

Join us for a thrilling 2-day rally through the picturesque France Jura region, departing from Villars-sur-Ollon, Switzerland, on August 31st and ending in Arc et Senans, Jura, France, on September 1st.

Experience enchanting country roads, delightful wine-tasting at Chateau de Roche, and a luxurious stay at Chateau de Germigney.

Indulge in spa treatments, explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Saline Royale, or opt for a hot air balloon ride with "Vents du Futur."

Early bird pricing available until March 31st. Secure your spot today for a memorable journey through the beauty of the Jura.

Contact Tania at tania@acvillars for details.

We look forward to enjoying this road trip with you.

Breakfast Club

August 18, 2024
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Refuge de Taveyanne

Join us for our next Breakfast Club at the stunning Refuge de Taveyanne! Enjoy coffee and croissants in one of the most idyllic spots around Villars.

Please email Mimi at mimi@acvillars.com if you would like to join.

Date: Sunday 18 August 2024

Time: 930am

Location: Cafe Restaurant Refuge de Taveyanne - 1882 Gryon

Social Drinks - 2 August @8 pm

August 2, 2024
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Hotel Viu

The Automobile Club will parade at the 1 August street party in Villars, come and say hi! we will have a stand by the Post Office.

The celebration continues on the 2 August at the Viu Hotel - Join us for a delightful evening on their beautiful terrace where we will enjoy drinks and an optional selection of chinese food. Please email Mimi at mimi@acvillars.com if you would like to attend.

Vintage Provence 2024

June 24, 2024
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June 27, 2024
Vonnas-Lubéron

After the tremendous success of our Alpine Treasure Rally in July 2023, the ACV is thrilled to announce our Vintage Provence rally for 2024.

Our route will take us into the heart of Provence. Starting from our home in Villars  we will make our way through Burgundy, passing through charming villages and leading us to the renowned George Blanc 5-Star Hotel and Restaurant for an unforgettable stay and dining experience featuring 3 Michelin stars.

We will then continue towards the Luberon, where our destination is the magnificent Chateau de Tourreau in Sarrians. Together we'll explore the surrounding area, visit local vineyards, enjoy typical lunches in breathtaking scenic locations, and of course, relax by the beautiful pool.

For further information please email tania@acvillars.com.

Social Drinks - June @8pm

June 7, 2024
to
June 7, 2024
Villars

Join us for an exclusive social event featuring a wine and champagne tasting in partnership with Roederer. Savour a selection of bottles, perfectly paired with exquisite tapas crafted by one of the lead RoyAlp chefs, exclusively for the ACV.

Shifting Down Generations Rally

June 1, 2024
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Boulangerie Charlet

We would like to invite you to our next Shifting Down Generation Rally on Saturday1 June 2024 for a fun-filled day of simple navigation and go-karting for the young and old, plus good food and of course…. great company !

 

We’ll meet at Boulangerie Charlet in Gryon bright and early on Saturday morning to sign-on and enjoy some of their delicious coffee and croissants, before navigating our way using tulips and maps to Payerne Karting land for some light-hearted competition and a BBQ lunch.

 

After the chequered flag we’ll get our route books out again to return to Charlet’s where we have reserved the restaurant for our private use.  Prizegiving and a special pizza night will round off another wonderful day amongst family and friends.

 

Our last two events have sold out very quickly and our 2023 Shifting Down Rally was a resounding success, so we anticipate demand for the 2024 edition will also be high and encourage your early entry to avoid disappointment.  Please email Tania at tania@acvillars.com for an entry form to reserve your spot.

 

Entry fees for 1 classic / modern classic car and 2 participants (of different generations):

 

ACV members’ early bird discount   CHF 495 (payment to be received by 15 January 2024)

ACV members                                    CHF550

Non-members                                    CHF 600

 

If you have any questions or need more information, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

 

We look forward to seeing you on the starting line !

The ACV Team

Breakfast Club - May @ 9am

May 19, 2024
to
May 19, 2024
Bex

Once a month on Sunday morning we organize our popular "Breakfast Club" for classic and super cars. Enjoy coffee, breakfast and a chat about our beloved cars in different alpine settings. The Breakfast Club is open to everyone, it is not necessary to buy a ticket, and everyone can order breakfast and coffee directly on-site. We do, however, ask that you confirm your attendance and your vehicle information so that we can plan breakfasts and parking arrangements. To RSVP, please email tania@acvillars.com.

Social Drink - May @8pm

May 3, 2024
to
May 3, 2024
Villars-sur-Ollon

Join us for our monthly casual Social Drink in Villars-sur-Ollon.

The best time to gather all together, socialize and share a drink (or two)!

Each month of the year we organize a Social Drink in one location in or around the village.

To join us and to understand the number of participants, please send an email to tania@acvillars.com

We look forward to see you there!

Social Drinks April

April 5, 2024
to
April 5, 2024
Villars-sur-Ollon

We are happy to invite you to our next “Social drink” at the Viu Hotel, recently renovated and featuring a terrace with stunning mountain views.


Join us for an evening in great company, refreshing drinks and, for those who feel like treating themselves, the famous Chinese cuisine, with a delicious tasting platter available at the exclusive price of 32 CHF for two people.


We look forward to your presence!


Date: Friday April 5, 2024

Time: 8 p.m.

Location: Hotel Viu - Av. Centrale 152 in Villars


Please email Tania at tania@acvillars.com if you plan to attend, as this would help us anticipate the number of participants.

March Social Drinks

March 1, 2024
to
March 1, 2024
Villars-sur-Ollon

Join us for our monthly casual Social Drink in Villars-sur-Ollon.

The best time to gather all together, socialize and share a drink (or two)!

Each month of the year we organize a Social Drink in one location in or around the village.

To join us and to understand the number of participants, please send an email to tania@acvillars.com

We look forward to see you there!

Le Mans Movie with special guest Philippe Siffert

February 23, 2024
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February 23, 2024
Villars-sur-Ollon

For our next movie night on February 23, 2024, in Villars, we're showcasing the 1971 classic, "Le Mans" starring Steve McQueen.

This iconic film vividly captures the intense rivalry between Porsche and Ferrari at the legendary Le Mans 24-hour race, incorporating actual footage from the previous year's event.

We're honored to host Philippe Siffert, son of the legendary Porsche Works driver Jo Siffert, who claimed victory at Daytona in 1968 and Sebring, and was a Le Mans regular from 1965 to 1971. Philippe, who also competed at Le Mans in 1995, will share unique anecdotes and insights into his family's legacy and the thrilling world of motorsport.

Join us for an evening filled with passion, history, and racing.

Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to dive into the saga of Le Mans and engage with a motorsport icon.

Time: 7pm

Place: "The Bar" at Mazots du Clos - Avenue Centrale 85, Villars-sur-Ollon

Ticket price: CHF60.- per participant (incl. glass of wine)

Send an email to tania@acvillars.com to book your seat

We look forward to see you there!

The ACV committee

Grand Prix Movie

January 26, 2024
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January 26, 2024
Villars-sur-Ollon

Join us at "The Bar" Mazots du Clos for a special projection of the 3 times Oscar movie winner "Grand Prix" bringing you back in the 1960s thrilling world of Formula One with authentic images from races and drivers such as Graham Hill, Fangio, Jim Clark and Jochen Rindt.

Date: Friday 26th January 2024

Time: 7pm

Place: "The Bar" at Mazots du Clos - Avenue Centrale 85, Villars-sur-Ollon

Ticket price: CHF20.- per participant

We look forward to see you there!

The ACV committee

Social Drinks & La Garenne Poster Competition

January 12, 2024
to
January 12, 2024
Villars-sur-Ollon

Join us for our monthly casual Social Drink in Villars-sur-Ollon.

The best time to gather all together, socialize and share a drink (or two)!

Each month of the year we organize a Social Drink in one location in or around the village.

For this special occasion, the Art teacher at La Garenne will come with students and their artwork will be judged by the committee and all the members attending.

To join us and to understand the number of participants, please send an email to tania@acvillars.com

We look forward to see you there!

ACV Christmas Party

December 9, 2023
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December 9, 2023
Chalet RoyAlp Hotel & Spa

Our annual members Christmas party at RoyAlp Chalet & Spa promises to be a festive affair - with cocktails, food, DJ, and entertainment into the night.

It will be a key opportunity in the calendar for our members to congregate, socialise, and party together, celebrating our second season of the Club.

If you would like to participate, please send an email to tania@acvillars.com

November Social Drinks

November 3, 2023
to
November 3, 2023
Hotel Alpes Fleurie

Join us for our monthly casual Social Drink in Villars-sur-Ollon.

The best time to gather all together, socialize and share a drink (or two)!

Each month of the year we organize a Social Drink in one location in or around the village.

To join us and to understand the number of participants, please send an email to tania@acvillars.com

We look forward to see you there!

Breakfast Club - October

October 15, 2023
to
October 15, 2023
Refuge de Solalex

Just like every third Sunday morning of the month, from 9am, we organize our popular "Breakfast Club" for classic cars and super cars.Enjoy coffee, breakfast and a chat about our beloved cars in different alpine settings.

The Breakfast Club is open to everyone, it is not necessary to buy a ticket, everyone can order breakfast and coffee directly on site.

We do, however, ask that you confirm your attendance and your vehicle information so that we can plan breakfasts and parking arrangements.To RSVP, please email tania@acvillars.com.

Breakfast Club - September

September 17, 2023
to
September 17, 2023
Boulangerie Charlet

Just like every third Sunday morning of the month, from 9am, we organize our popular "Breakfast Club" for classic cars and super cars.Enjoy coffee, breakfast and a chat about our beloved cars in different alpine settings.

The Breakfast Club is open to everyone, it is not necessary to buy a ticket, everyone can order breakfast and coffee directly on site.

We do, however, ask that you confirm your attendance and your vehicle information so that we can plan breakfasts and parking arrangements.To RSVP, please email tania@acvillars.com.

Lake Saint-Léonard Rally

September 9, 2023
to
September 9, 2023
Villars-sur-Ollon

Join us for this one-day rally through breathtaking scenery to Europe's largest underground lake, Saint-Léonard.

Dinner at the Chalet RoyAlp will round off this wonderful escapade!

To register for this event, please contact tania@acvillars.com

Breakfast Club - August

August 20, 2023
to
August 20, 2023
Villars-sur-Ollon

Italian Breakfast - Best of Italian Cars

Just like every third Sunday morning of the month, from 9am, we organize our popular "Breakfast Club" for classic cars and super cars.Enjoy coffee, breakfast and a chat about our beloved cars in different alpine settings.

The Breakfast Club is open to everyone, it is not necessary to buy a ticket, everyone can order breakfast and coffee directly on site.

We do, however, ask that you confirm your attendance and your vehicle information so that we can plan breakfasts and parking arrangements.To RSVP, please email tania@acvillars.com.

Alpine Treasures Rally

July 6, 2023
to
July 9, 2023
Switzerland to Italy

A luxurious mountain rally venturing from Switzerland into Italy via some of the world’s most famous mountain passes and destinations. Set over four days, guests will transverse the Alps, with iconic towns, fine dining, lakes, and vineyards along the way to a final destination on Lake Como.

Designed for ambitious individuals, couples, and friends who enjoy driving adventures and the finer things in life.

Open to pre-war and classic cars.


Find all pictures of the event here.

Shifting Down Rally

June 10, 2023
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Switzerland

An action-packed generations rally, designed for parents and children to create cherished memories together and enjoy friendly rallying.

This family focused will include a day of glorious driving, fun and competitive driving tests and spectacular mountaintop views before closing with our Summer Party at the 5 star Royalp Hotel in Villars.

Open to classic cars of all ages


Please email tania@acvillars.com for more information and to register your interest.


Summer Party

June 10, 2023
to
Switzerland

Join our Shifting Down Generations Rally participants and enjoy an evening knees-up amongst ACV members and friends with delicious food and wine, dancing and a DJ.

The party starts at 7:30 PM and ends at midnight, dress code is summer casual.

Adult tickets cost CHF100 (one accompanying under 18 goes free, additional U18 tickets cost CHF50).

You can purchase your tickets here.



Aston Martin Royalty

April 4, 2023
to
April 6, 2023
Chalet Royalp

We are very honoured to present ‘the most famous car in the world’ as a centrepiece to our Aston Martin Royalty event - the ex-James Bond 007 Aston Martin DB5, complete with all the original Thunderball special features including the ejector seat, front machine guns, wheel-hub-mounted tyre slashers, retractable rear bulletproof shield, and smoke screen. The three-day event will include a special James Bond cocktail party, DB5 test drives, a presentation by Aston Martin historian Stephen Archer, a James Bond cinema, and five other rare cars on display from this world-renowned British marque.

For all non-members, please visit our ticket platform where you will be able to purchase public access tickets for the event.

Sign-ups for test drives, fittings and cinema screenings below:

1. The Little Car Company Test Drives - https://signup.com/go/ysbxMJc   The Little Car Company Essais de conduite

2. Richard Stewart Williams Test Drives -  https://signup.com/go/CtOqdze  Richard Stewart Williams Essais de conduite

3. Aston Martin Geneva Test Drives - https://signup.com/go/wyRrdzz   Aston Martin Genève Essais de conduite

4. Mason & Sons Fittings - https://signup.com/go/UoPfycP   Mason & sons Essayages

5. Cinema Screenings - https://signup.com/go/TkHGdKg    Projection de films

Jo Siffert Movie With Jacques Deschenaux

February 10, 2023
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Les Mazots du Clos

Hosted by Swiss journalist and television personality Jacques Deschenaux, the Club will host a special screening of the Jo Siffert film, documenting the life of the Swiss racing driver affectionately known as “Seppi”.

Email mimi@acvillars.com to attend

'Stewart' Vip Film Screening

January 28, 2023
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Les Mazots du Clos

Hosted by the Stewart family themselves - including Sir Jackie Stewart and Paul Stewart - we are delighted to host a VIP screening of the new film 'Stewart', in Villars.

The evening will include a cocktail hour, meet-and-greet, and screening of the film in a private cinema.

Email mimi@acvillars.com to attend

Members Christmas Party

December 22, 2022
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Les Mazots du Clos

Our annual members Christmas party at Les Mazots du Clos promises to be a festive affair - with cocktails, a live band, and entertainment into the night.

It will be a key opportunity in the calendar for our members to congregate, socialise, and party together, celebrating our first season of the Club.

Email mimi@acvillars.com to attend

Monthly Breakfast Club Meet

October 2, 2022
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Solalex

A regular staple within the Club’s calendar, the monthly breakfast club meet will be a chance for members and non-member to meet and mingle over breakfast with their cars.

Further details coming soon.

For access to exclusive member events including rallies, driving experiences, car meets, social events and more, please login to our Member Portal or apply to join the Club.

Email mimi@acvillars.com to attend

Indian Summer Rally

September 24, 2022
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September 24, 2022
Villars

Join us for our very first driving event, a one-day rally departing from Villars, covering approximately 200km of the finest nearby roads.


Limited to 20 members’ cars only.


Please RSVP to mimi@acvillars.com to register your interest.

Official Club Launch

August 20, 2022
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Villars Palace

Join us to celebrate the launch of the Club, and hear more about our plans and events in the future, during the Ollons-Villars Hill Climb Revival weekend.

Open to members and non-members.

Please RSVP to events@acvillars.com