Vintage Cars Fling Snow at Annual St. Moritz Ice Race

The International Concours of Elegance (I.C.E.) event features classic cars racing on the frozen lake.

Feb. 2, 2026 at 6:07pm

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The annual International Concours of Elegance (I.C.E.) event in St. Moritz, Switzerland featured vintage and classic cars racing on the frozen surface of St. Moritz Lake over a two-day period. The first day showcased a concours and 'Parade of Elegance' on the ice, while the second day allowed for 'Free Laps on the Lake' where drivers pushed their cars to the limit, flinging snow into the air.

Why it matters

The I.C.E. event in St. Moritz has a long history dating back to 1907 when locals first started racing horses on the frozen lake. Over the decades, the event has evolved to feature vintage and classic cars, providing a unique opportunity for car enthusiasts to see rare and valuable vehicles in action on the ice.

The details

This year's I.C.E. event saw a variety of classic cars compete, including a 1937 Talbot-Lago T150C SS 'Teardrop' that won the concours, beating out other class winners like a 1976 Lancia Stratos, a 1949 Maserati 4CLT, a 1993 Jaguar XJ220, and a 1955 Ferrari Monza 750. The second day of the event allowed drivers to take their cars out for 'Free Laps on the Lake', resulting in dramatic snow-spraying action as the vehicles were pushed to their limits on the frozen surface.

  • The I.C.E. event took place over two days in early February 2026.
  • The concours and 'Parade of Elegance' were held on the first day.
  • The 'Free Laps on the Lake' occurred on the second day.

The players

Marko Markaus

The visionary who launched the idea of the International Concours of Elegance (I.C.E.) event on the frozen St. Moritz Lake in 2022.

Fritz Burkart

A German collector whose 1937 Talbot-Lago T150C SS 'Teardrop' won the concours at this year's I.C.E. event.

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What they’re saying

“Such a clever boy.”

— Mark Vaughn, Autoweek Writer

What’s next

The I.C.E. event in St. Moritz is expected to return next year, continuing the tradition of showcasing vintage and classic cars racing on the frozen lake.

The takeaway

The annual I.C.E. event in St. Moritz provides a unique and thrilling experience for car enthusiasts, allowing them to see rare and valuable vehicles pushed to their limits on the frozen lake, creating a dramatic display of snow-spraying action.