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FEATURE I MOTO GUZZI WORLD DAYS 2026
Guzzi's collection. Its angular,
metallic architecture was
deliberately conceived to echo
the technical character of the
motorcycles, while its form cre-
ates an intriguing contrast with
the mountains rising behind
Mandello and the traditional
architecture of the town.
Inside, more than 160 motor-
cycles cover the entire 105-year
history of Moto Guzzi. The
collection includes production
motorcycles, prototypes, racing
machines, military and police
motorcycles, machines associ-
ated with cinema and travel, and
examples illustrating the evolu-
tion of Moto Guzzi design and
technology.
expanded production area while
retaining the historic buildings
and the famous Wind Tunnel.
The industrial area has grown
to approximately 409,000 square
feet, while more than 45,200
square feet of new multifunc-
tional public space has been
incorporated into the site. The
visitor experience includes a
Motoplex store, cafe, auditorium,
event areas, tree-lined plazas
and outdoor spaces, as well as
the restored Galleria del Vento.
The new museum itself is
without doubt the most spec-
tacular element of the restruc-
turing. At 32,000 square feet,
the building provides a dramati-
cally different setting for Moto
THE EAGLE GETS
A NEW NEST
The centerpiece of the celebra-
tions was the unveiling of Moto
Guzzi's extensively redeveloped
factory and museum complex.
Almost five years of work and
an investment exceeding $58
million have transformed the
historic site without severing its
connection to its past.
American architect Greg Lynn
conceived the project, aiming to
combine Moto Guzzi's industrial
heritage with a distinctly contem-
porary architectural language.
Rather than simply refurbishing
the existing factory, the project
adds new spaces, new visitor
facilities and a substantially
Fully revamped, Piaggio spent over $58 million on the Moto Guzzi facility.
