Journal d'Elegance - Issue 10 - December 24, 2025

Where history meets the future

In this edition of the Journal d'Elegance: the dates and a preview of the Wheels Mariënwaerdt 2026 program!

Wheels Marienwaerdt 2026

Friday, September 11 to Sunday, September 13, 2026 is the date for the upcoming edition of Wheels Marienwaerdt. The opening hours are being adjusted slightly: on Friday, we open at 10:00am and close at 7:00pm.

The judging of the International Competition will take place on Saturday, September 12, with an additional jury round on Sunday morning, September 13. This adjustment allows us to start the awards ceremony earlier on Sunday; the winners will be on stage from 14:00.

The gates of Marienwaerdt close at 17:00.

Turin International Competition Classes

Every year, it is a treat to be able to determine the themes. Together with our jury chairman and several judges, the following themes were determined for the Turien International Competition at Wheels Marienwaerdt 2026:

• 80 years of Bristol
• 100 years of Touring Superleggera
• 100 years of Route 66
• 120 years of Lancia
• Porsche 356
• BMW V8 models (from 501 to 3200 CS)
• Pure & Patina
• Special Coachwork (pre- & post-war)
• Sportscars of the 80's & 90's

Spectacle & special collections

After Michel Perridon's fantastic collection of Bugatti's, the bar is very high in 2026. We are very happy to work on the FERRARI BIG 12 Collection, complemented by five historic Ferrari highlights.

We also present a unique collection PRE-WAR BENTLEYS.

In 2026, we will also extensively discuss 50 years of Golf GTI and we are working on a unique presentation around 100 years of Mercedes-Benz.

Where we enjoyed the Rally-Audi Quattros last year, we expect a few more on the trial track this year!

Full program and KNAC Club Collection

As in previous years, the range is once again old-fashioned: new models, the sale of classic cars supplemented with young timers, food trucks, entertainment, Car Talks, the book market, the spectacular pre-war sprint and various car clubs.

The KNAC Club Competition will undergo significant changes in the coming year. The new name says it all: KNAC CLUB COLLECTION. Unlike previous years, Dutch car clubs are invited to present ten unique cars. Here we are not looking for the best-polished car, but for unique stories about self-made restorations and the extraordinary history of the car and the owner.

We wish you happy holidays and a healthy 2026. We look forward to seeing you on September 11, 12 and 13, 2026 at Landgoed Marienwaerdt.