Bugatti in the Basque Country: A Journey Through the Pyrenees and Beyond
Twenty-eight Bugatti hypercars, including the Chiron Profilée and Divo, embarked on a five-day Grand Tour through the Basque Country, driving through villages, mountains, and vineyards.
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What Happened
Arrival in Biarritz; welcome evening at Hôtel Du Palais.
Drive to Chillida Leku museum, then return to Hôtel Du Palais.
Cross the Pyrenees via Roncevaux pass; lunch at Etxarri Aranatz; stay at Marqués De Riscal.
Track session at Navarre circuit; wine pairing at Sierra Cantabria.
Visit Cristóbal Balenciaga Museum and Guggenheim Bilbao; farewell dinner.
The journey covered over 500 kilometers through breathtaking landscapes, from the Atlantic coast to the vineyards of La Rioja. Participants experienced the full character of their Bugatti hypercars, from coastal cruises to high-speed runs on the Navarre circuit, all while enjoying world-class gastronomy and art.
Why this matters
The event showcases Bugatti's commitment to offering owners an exclusive, immersive luxury experience beyond the car itself.
Terms in This Story
- Grand Tour
- An extended journey, often by car, through multiple destinations; used by Bugatti for exclusive owner events.
- Hypercar
- An extreme high-performance sports car, typically with top speeds above 300 km/h and advanced technology.
- W16 engine
- A 16-cylinder engine arranged in a W configuration, used in Bugatti models for exceptional power and smoothness.
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