A little show, a little circus, full street cafes with happy people, loud music and lots of people.
Two years ago last time
Covid put an end to the event last year. This year the event was toned down – from a weekend get-together to a one-day event limited to 150 cars. the organizer, Friends of Volkswagen de Catalunya, had gained access to the city's main street. There, the exhibition was to take place with sales stalls on the sides, as well as the acceleration competitions. Whether it was fear of Covid or dissatisfaction with the downscaling of the event is not known - but this year's event was only a shadow of previous events. Nevertheless, it was bigger than any other Volkswagen meeting I have seen in Norway.
Tossa de Mar
Tossa de Mar is a small town of 5600 inhabitants on the coast just outside Girona. During the holiday season there are far more people here. The city is visited year after year by regular holidaymakers – the majority Spanish. Residents who do not work with tourists probably commute about 2 miles to Girona. I think Tossa is a good place to live. Low heart rate and lowered shoulders with many opportunities for outdoor interests on land and in water.
Bubbles and buses
I recognize several of the cars from last time. They were more beautiful than ever. It is difficult to take pictures because of the crowd, but at the same time it is nice to see so many enthusiasts of all ages. This year as last year, all cars parked on one side of the street and buses and pickups on the other side. It is hard to believe that several of the buses on display are probably worth more than 1 million Norwegian kroner - also in the country of cars, Spain.
Feel the atmosphere!
We ourselves made the trip from France. One of the prized cars – a gorgeous Karmann Ghia – was actually French. From what I could see, it was the only French car to participate this year. I have captured some of the cars "on film". Join us for a trip up the city's main street, which was allocated to friends of Volkswagen for the occasion!
Pictures from Aircooled Tossa
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