‘Vespa is a way of life’: Thousands ride through Rome as Italy’s iconic scooter turns 80
Key takeaways
- Thousands of Vespa enthusiasts rode through Rome on Saturday as Italy celebrated the 80th anniversary of its iconic scooter.
- Issued on: 27/06/2026 - 16:25Modified: 27/06/2026 - 16:30
- By: FRANCE 24 Vespa enthusiasts from around the world are gathering in Rome for the World Vespa Days, which mark the 80th anniversary of the iconic Italian scooter brand, on June 25, 2026.
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Thousands of Vespa enthusiasts rode through Rome on Saturday as Italy celebrated the 80th anniversary of its iconic scooter. Created in the aftermath of World War II, the Vespa has evolved from an affordable means of transport into a global symbol of Italian design, lifestyle and cinematic glamour.
Issued on: 27/06/2026 - 16:25Modified: 27/06/2026 - 16:30
By: FRANCE 24 Vespa enthusiasts from around the world are gathering in Rome for the World Vespa Days, which mark the 80th anniversary of the iconic Italian scooter brand, on June 25, 2026. © Alberto Pizzoli, AFP An icon of the Italian way of life, the Vespa was celebrating its 80th birthday on Saturday, as thousands of riders paraded through Rome on the legendary scooters.