Concours of Elegance Germany 2026
A two-day automotive concours in Tegernsee featuring rare classic and luxury cars, owner voting, car club displays, and a Bavarian Tour.
About the event
Rare collector cars on Lake Tegernsee
Concours of Elegance Germany 2026 is a two-day automotive and lifestyle concours in Tegernsee, taking place on Saturday 4 July and Sunday 5 July 2026. The event brings together classic and luxury cars from major manufacturers and private collections, with the central concours built around 50 rare vehicles.
The German edition is linked to the team behind Concours of Elegance at Hampton Court Palace. Its format is international in scope, gathering key collectors and their cars for a programme focused on automotive excellence, design, history, and craftsmanship.
Owner voting decides Best of Show
The concours does not use a judging panel for its top award. Participating owners vote on the other cars on display, and that vote determines the car named Best of Show.
The programme also extends beyond the 50 concours cars. Specialist concours and car club displays add around another 150 fine motor cars, while the display field is also described as totaling around 150–200 fine motor cars.
Named programme features
Named programme elements include a curated Maserati Centenary Display with a 1955 Maserati 300 S, 1959 Maserati 3500 GT Convertible Prototype, and 1962 Maserati 5000 GT. Pre-War and Heritage Classes add vintage coachbuilt vehicles from Horch, Bugatti, and classic Mercedes-Benz.
Additional components include the Ladies Concours, the Thirty Under 30 youth showcase, and the Bavarian Tour, a driving tour through Bavaria for participating cars. The programme also includes the RM Sotheby’s Tegernsee Auction on Saturday 4 July 2026, followed by expert presentations and an official awards ceremony on Sunday 5 July 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What is shown at Concours of Elegance Germany 2026?
The event showcases 50 rare classic and luxury cars from major manufacturers and private collections, with additional specialist concours and car club displays alongside the main field.
How is Best of Show chosen?
Best of Show is chosen by the owners of the participating cars. Each owner votes on the other models on display rather than a panel of judges selecting the winner.
Which named displays are part of the programme?
Named displays include a Maserati Centenary Display featuring models such as the 1955 Maserati 300 S, 1959 Maserati 3500 GT Convertible Prototype, and 1962 Maserati 5000 GT, plus Pre-War and Heritage Classes with vehicles from Horch, Bugatti, and classic Mercedes-Benz.
Does the event include a driving element?
Yes. The Bavarian Tour is part of the programme and is described as a driving tour through Bavaria for participating cars.
When does Concours of Elegance Germany 2026 take place?
Concours of Elegance Germany 2026 takes place from Saturday 4 July to Sunday 5 July 2026.
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