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This Sunday, January 18, the crews entered in the 94th Rallye Monte-Carlo completed the recce of the brand-new Super Special Stage. The event, promising to be spectacular on part of the Circuit de Monaco, will be broadcast live on several TV arounds the World (DAZN, Canal+, Rally.TV) with images produced directly by the Automobile Club de Monaco (ACM) teams.
As the first step of the 2026 edition of the Rallye Monte-Carlo, the recce for the Super Special Stage (SSS13) took place this Sunday, January 18, between 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm. For the occasion, the circuit layout was exceptionally closed to traffic to allow the crews to work in complete serenity.
In this setting, the 66 crews completed several laps of the 2.69km route designed on a section of the Circuit de Monaco. Inside the recce cars, drivers and co-drivers, equipped with helmets and pacenote books, analyzed and scouted the peculiarities of a layout that is more technical than it appears.
Thierry Neuville, winner of the Rallye Monte-Carlo in 2020 and 2024, highlighted these difficulties: « There are small changes in grip levels, a slightly dirty hairpin, several paving stones… You think you know the road, but actually, not at all! » Inside most cockpits, the crews enjoyed these few laps, such as Adrien Fourmaux, who tells fans he will « see them there on Saturday night » at the Port of Monaco.
A beautiful event at a legendary location that will attract a huge crowd
Clerk of the Course for the 94th Rallye Monte-Carlo, Romain Pugliese, went into detail about this Super Special Stage, eagerly awaited by both drivers and fans. « It’s something we’ve had in mind for several years », explains the Rally Director, who took office last year. « It’s a difficult event to organize because it mobilizes a lot of resources within the city to find the right slots, as well as within the Club to ensure everything is perfect. We managed to pull it off, but we also got a bit lucky: I can’t guarantee we’ll be able to do it every year », smiles Romain Pugliese.
With this format, the Super Special Stage also aims to attract a broader audience to Monaco. « We organized the Service Park in 2022 and 2023 on Port Hercule, and that had already brought the Rallye Monte-Carlo back to the Principality a bit. But it is far more interesting to have a dynamic live spectacle like a city stage », admits the Clerk of the Course.
« It will be a beautiful event at a legendary location, free of charge, and it will attract a huge crowd. We have areas available to welcome the public in excellent conditions », concludes Romain Pugliese.
A show and entertainment all day long
As with all Monte-Carlo stages, public access will be free and open to everyone, with designated public zones provided to follow SSS13 in the best conditions.
Before the start of the Super Special Stage, scheduled for Saturday, January 24 at 6:35 PM for the first car, head to the Fan Zone set up on Port Hercule in Monaco. Activities and entertainment are planned all afternoon. You can try your hand at driving simulators, discover a WRC car exhibition, or follow the entire Rally on the giant screen. And that’s not all, other surprises await you throughout the day!
Spectacular production ensured by the ACM
If you cannot make it on-site this Saturday, January 24, 2026, the Super Special Stage will be broadcast live on DAZN and Rally.TV. To elevate the show, the ACM has pulled out all the stops! The Club will handle image production internally with a setup of 14 cameras installed along the track, accompanied by two drones flying over the cars in the Principality. Everything is in place to make this intense Super Special Stage even more immersive!
For any questions, check our FAQ dedicated to the Super Special Stage. We look forward to seeing many of you there to experience a historic evening!
To (re)discover the route of this Super Special Stage:
On the Port of Monaco, the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) officially launched its 2026 season, just days ahead of the start of the 94th Rallye Automobile Monte-Carlo (22-25 January 2026). From livery reveals and crew introductions to the comeback of Lancia, here is a look back at the 2026 WRC season launch ceremony.
Against the stunning backdrop of Monaco’s Quai Albert 1er, the inaugural launch ceremony for the 2026 WRC season took place this Saturday, 17 January. On the massive stage set up by the Automobile Club de Monaco (ACM) in the heart of the fan zone, crews took to the stage one after another in front of the fans. Manufacturers unveiled their liveries, while drivers shared their initial thoughts ahead of the 94th Rallye Automobile Monte-Carlo, which officially kicks off on Thursday, 22 January at 2:30 pm.
At the end of the ceremony, H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco was presented with a rally helmet by Michel Boeri, President of the ACM, and Jona Siebel, Managing Director of the WRC Promoter. The 2026 WRC season is well and truly underway!
Sébastien Ogier, of course!
Reigning World Champions and winners of the 2025 edition of Rallye Monte-Carlo, Sébastien Ogier / Vincent Landais are back sporting the number 1 on their Toyota GR Yaris Rally1. The Gap native, chasing a record-extending 11th victory in the Monegasque event, naturally starts as the favorite. « This rally still makes me dream as much as ever, and we’ll do everything we can to try and keep this great run going », stated the nine-time World Champion.
Facing the defending champions, the competition promises to be fierce. Within Toyota itself, the duo Elfyn Evans / Scott Martin will be aiming for their maiden success on the Monte-Carlo roads. The list of favorites also includes the Hyundai drivers, notably Thierry Neuville / Martijn Wydaeghe — already double winners of the event (2020 and 2024) — as well as Frenchmen Adrien Fourmaux / Alexandre Coria, who finished 3rd in the 2025 edition for their first Monte-Carlo with Hyundai.
« I am able to perform at the front », declared Adrien Fourmaux before stepping onto the podium alongside his teammates. « Last season’s rally gave me a lot of confidence, and I know my team much better now. »
Also of note is the debut of rookie crew Jon Armstrong / Shane Byrne at M-Sport Ford, and the entry of veterans Hayden Paddon / John Kennard for Hyundai, making their WRC return for the first time since 2018.
Lancia’s grand return
Before the WRC cars took to the stage, the WRC2 category showcased two of its main attractions for the 2026 season. The biggest headline is undoubtedly Lancia, back in the Championship after leaving in 1993. The Italian manufacturer, fielding two Ypsilon HF Rally2 cars in WRC2, starts as a favorite with its crews Yohan Rossel / Arnaud Dunand (2025 winners) and Nikolay Gryazin / Konstantin Aleksandrov.
The return of the Italian brand is a powerful symbol for rally fans and the history of Monte-Carlo. « It would be a pleasure to win a fourth time with a legendary brand like Lancia, which made us dream », admitted Yohan Rossel, driver of the No. 21 Lancia.
The WRC2 category, featuring 25 entries, will once again be highly competitive this season. Many crews will be ones to watch, such as Frenchmen Eric Camilli / Thibault de La Haye (Škoda Fabia RS Rally2), runners-up in the category last year, and Léo Rossel / Guillaume Mercoiret (Citroën C3 Rally2), who finished third in 2025.
A calendar comeback and the final year before regulation changes
Like last season, the 2026 World Rally Championship will be contested over 14 rounds. Dropped from the calendar in 2025, the Croatia Rally makes its return, replacing the Central European Rally.
Finally, this 2026 season marks the final year for the current Rally1 cars, present since 2022, before a major regulation overhaul. They will be replaced by a new car in 2027, set to run for ten years.
Heading towards the 94th Rallye Monte-Carlo
The show is over; now it’s time to hit the tarmac for the first reconnaissance runs. Starting tomorrow, the 66 crews will discover the route of the Super Special Stage for the first time (12:00 pm – 2:00 pm), before heading towards the roads of SS14/16 and 15/17.
Although the 2026 regulations initially allowed a maximum of 60 crews, the Rallye Automobile Monte-Carlo Organising Committee ultimately decided to push the limits. Thanks to a meticulously planned operation and a true logistical tour de force by its teams — notably for the management of the service park in Gap Fontreyne — the Committee chose to accept 66 entries, meaning every crew that submitted an application. A decision that will delight both professional teams and amateur drivers alike, now eager to take on the legendary roads of this 94th edition, scheduled from 22 to 25 January 2026, and serving as the opening round of the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC).
With just 13 days to go before administrative checks begin, the Organising Committee is publishing today the official list of the 66 entered crews.
Unsurprisingly, the entry list is headed by the reigning World Champions and winners of the 2025 edition, Sébastien Ogier / Vincent Landais, in a Toyota GR Yaris Rally1. Even though he will not contest the full season, the local hero from the Hautes-Alpes will naturally be among the favourites, chasing a record-breaking 11th victory on the Monaco event’s roll of honour.
With 11 Rally1 cars representing the three official manufacturers, the battle for overall victory promises to be as open as it is intense:
While the defending champions will understandably be the reference point, competition will be fierce — including within Toyota itself — with the formidable Elfyn Evans / Scott Martin also in the mix, fully capable of fighting for the win on any surface. Among the leading contenders, fans will also find Thierry Neuville / Martijn Wydaeghe, already two-time Monte-Carlo winners (2020 and 2024), as well as Adrien Fourmaux / Alexandre Coria, who impressed with 3rd place in 2025 on their first Monte-Carlo at the wheel of a Hyundai. Finally, Grégoire Munster / Louis Louka will be one to watch with M-Sport, as the Luxembourger attempts a challenge as original as it is demanding, linking the Dakar Rally and Monte-Carlo in just a few days.
Behind the WRC field, the WRC2 category is set to be one of the major highlights of this 2026 edition, with 25 crews entered. Another key headline is the official return of Lancia, with the Ypsilon HF competing in WRC2 — a powerful symbol for rally fans and for Monte-Carlo’s rich history.
In terms of favourites, attention will naturally focus on the two crews from the Italian manufacturer’s team, Yohan Rossel / Arnaud Dunand and Nikolay Gryazin / Konstantin Aleksandrov, without forgetting Chris Ingram / Alexander Kihurani or Eric Camilli / Thibault de La Haye, all capable of fighting at the front on an event where experience and strategy are as decisive as outright speed. Léo Rossel / Guillaume Mercoiret, third in WRC2 last year, will also be one to watch.
This 2026 entry list also highlights a new generation, with several sons of iconic former champions already well known to rally enthusiasts. In WRC, Oliver Solberg (Toyota GR Yaris Rally1) will be on the start line, while WRC2 will also feature Pablo Sarrazin (Citroën C3 Rally2) and Eliott Delecour (Toyota GR Yaris Rally2).
Beyond the presence of 43 FIA priority crews, the 2026 entry list features the following statistics
With less than a month to go before the start of the 2026 Rallye Monte-Carlo, discover the spectator maps, the areas open to the public, and all the practical information you need to prepare your visit and enjoy the event safely. The Rally Guide 2 is also available.
Planning to attend the 94th Rallye Monte-Carlo? Discover the maps for each special stage of the 2026 route, with detailed information on the areas accessible to spectators.
You will also find all the access conditions for public areas (access roads, closing and reopening times) to help you plan your visit to the event.
Safety rules to enjoy the Rally
Spectator areas are strictly reserved for public access. They are marked with green netting or green tape, located at least 1.50 metres above the road and outside the competitors’ racing line.
Outside these designated areas:
• spectator presence is strictly prohibited;
• it is forbidden to enter the special stages or move on the road or shoulders from 30 minutes before the start of the first competitor until the end of the stage.
Failure to comply with these rules may result in the delay or cancellation of the special stage.
Rally Guide 2 available
The Organising Committee also provides the Rally Guide 2, available for download in the Competitors’ Area > Official Documents. This document allows competitors to prepare their participation in the event under the best possible conditions.
The publication of the entry list is scheduled for Monday, 5 January 2025, along with the deadline for the registration of opening cars and the closing of accreditations for international media.
The 94th Rallye Monte-Carlo will take place from 22 to 25 January 2026.
Louis Vuitton will become Title Partner of the FORMULA 1® LOUIS VUITTON GRAND PRIX DE MONACO 2026, under a multi-year agreement between the House, Formula 1® and the Automobile Club de Monaco. This new milestone extends Louis Vuitton’s official partnership with Formula 1® since 2025 and strengthens a historic relationship between the brand and the Principality.
Having partnered with the Automobile Club de Monaco from 2021 to 2024, Louis Vuitton has been closely associated with the most memorable moments of the Monaco Grand Prix™ in recent seasons. The House notably celebrated the victories of Max Verstappen (2021 and 2023), Sergio Pérez (2022), Charles Leclerc (2024) and Lando Norris (2025) by presenting on the podium a bespoke Louis Vuitton Trophy Trunk, specially designed to protect and showcase the event’s trophy. This marks an enhanced commitment to the Grand Prix, a symbol of history, elegance and daring.
In 2026, Louis Vuitton will therefore present the Monaco Grand Prix™ Trophy Trunk for the sixth consecutive year. Crafted in the House’s historic workshops in Asnières, it features the iconic Monogram canvas reinterpreted in an exclusive red shade paying tribute to the Principality’s national colour. The signature “V” for Vuitton and Victory, in white and red, completes a design inspired by the Monaco flag — a creation that reflects over 170 years of craftsmanship and tradition.
From the first Auto Trunks designed by Georges Vuitton at the end of the 19th century to the Trophy Trunks created for the world’s greatest international sporting competitions — from the America’s Cup to the FIFA™ World Cup, the Ballon d’Or® and the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games — Louis Vuitton has built a tradition of excellence where savoir-faire goes hand in hand with performance.
Louis Vuitton in the spotlight and official poster unveiled
Throughout the FORMULA 1® LOUIS VUITTON GRAND PRIX DE MONACO 2026, Louis Vuitton will deliver a strong visual presence around the track, with exclusive trackside branding that blends the House’s identity with the intensity and speed of Formula 1®.
In the same spirit, the Automobile Club de Monaco is today unveiling the official poster for this 83rd edition, scheduled to take place from 4 to 7 June 2026. The poster features an unprecedented detail: for the first time, the start and finish straight is highlighted with the podium positioned alongside it, the area where the Louis Vuitton Trophy Trunk will be displayed during the event.
A legendary motorsport fixture since 1929, the Monaco Grand Prix™ remains a truly unique highlight of the world calendar. This partnership between the ACM, Formula 1® and Louis Vuitton celebrates a shared ambition: to elevate performance and turn every victory into a moment of legend.
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Ticket sales for the Monaco E-Prix 2026 are officially open! You can now purchase your tickets for the 10th and 11th editions, taking place on Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17 2026.
As last year, the Monaco E-Prix will offer two days of racing on the legendary Circuit de Monaco. Each day will feature a full schedule: free practice, qualifying, and the race.
A perfect chance to experience the thrilling show of 100% electric single-seaters, famous for their spectacular on-track overtakes.
And to keep the excitement going, the Fan Village on Quai Antoine 1er will host plenty of entertainment in a festive and friendly atmosphere.
Great-value prices
Grandstand tickets start from €35 per day.
Want to enjoy the whole weekend? Choose the 2-day package from just €45.
A brand-new student rate
Big new feature for 2026: a student rate (under 25) is now available, with day tickets at €20 and a 2-day pass à €30.
Tickets for children under 16, who must be accompanied by an adult, are free of charge!
Don’t wait – secure your seats now!
How to book?
For any information, our teams are here to help: [email protected] / +377 93 15 26 24
Entries for the 94th Rallye Automobile Monte-Carlo, the opening round of the 2026 FIA World Rally Championship, are officially open as of this Wednesday, 26 November. The Supplementary Regulations, already available online, govern this 2026 edition for which the number of crews is limited to 60. Media accreditation requests are also open.
The Automobile Club de Monaco is pleased to announce the opening of entries for the 2026 edition, scheduled from 22 to 25 January, with reconnaissance running from 18 to 20 January.
Competitors can now submit their entry via the link below:
Due to logistical constraints affecting the Service Park this year, the number of participants is limited to a maximum of 60 crews. In accordance with the Supplementary Regulations, a selection procedure among non-priority drivers may be applied if this limit is exceeded.
Closing date for entries: Friday, 19 December 2025 – 23:59 (CET)
Find the detailed programme of this 94th edition.
Media Accreditation
Media accreditation requests are open and available via the following link.
Save the dates
This is one of the major highlights of the Rallye Monte-Carlo WRC 2026 route. On Saturday, 24 January, the Principality of Monaco will host a Super Special Stage on its own territory — a promising event! Here is everything you need to know to make the most of this exceptional moment, free of charge and open to all.
It’s an event that should leave a lasting impression. Rally fans will be able to watch a special stage of the 94th edition of the Rallye Monte-Carlo on Monaco’s Port Hercule, on Saturday 24 January 2026 — a first since 2008! Using part of the Monaco Circuit, the route of this Super Special Stage will feature two laps, several chicanes and a “donut” section in particular, for a total distance of 2.69 km. The timed stage will start at 6:35 pm, with the first car setting off.
Discover the route:
Entertainment throughout the afternoon
With nearly four hours of action as the remaining competitors at this point in the rally take to the stage, rally lovers will be able to feel the thrill of the Rally1 cars as well as the other categories. As with all Rallye Monte-Carlo Special Stages, access for spectators will be free of charge and open to everyone, with public areas set up so fans can follow this SS13 in the best possible conditions.
Earlier in the day, head to the Fan Zone on Port Hercule. Open from Wednesday 21 to Sunday 25 January, this “Monaco” Fan Zone for the Rallye Monte-Carlo will be located on Quai Antoine Ier. A festive space offering a range of activities such as simulators, a WRC car exhibition, giant screens to follow the stages, food and drink areas, and official merchandise stores. And that’s just a preview — more surprises will be waiting for you throughout the rally!
From 5:00 pm onwards, the track will come alive. Fans will be able to admire the Rally1 cars from the three manufacturers entered (Toyota Gazoo Racing, Hyundai Motorsport and M-Sport Ford) during VIP Rides, giving a taste of the spectacle to come.
A unique moment for rally fans and newcomers alike. We look forward to welcoming many of you for a truly unforgettable evening!
To make the most of the event, we recommend planning your trip in advance. Parking des Salines is highly recommended: more than 1,700 spaces and only a 16-minute walk from Port Hercule. More information: https://parkings.mc
You can also use public transport:
Several car parks will be closed for the occasion:
Please note that the roads used for the stage will be closed from 3 p.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2026, and are expected to reopen at 11:30 p.m. the same day.
Many nearby roads will also be closed to traffic.
Once the road is closed, three access points will remain open:
Quai Albert 1er and the Fan Zone are accessible to wheelchair users via the permanent footbridge « Ilot 1 » next to the Théâtre des Variétés, which is equipped with an elevator.
No, access to Quai Albert 1er and to the Fan zone is free and does not require a ticket.
Prohibited items:
Allow items:
Yes, their opening hours will not be affected. However, we encourage you to contact each establishment directly for more detailed information.
The Organising Committee of the 94th Rallye Automobile Monte-Carlo is pleased to release the event’s Supplementary Regulations. Due to logistical constraints affecting the Service Park this year, the number of participants is limited to 60 crews. The opening of entries has been rescheduled to Wednesday, 26 November.
The Supplementary Regulations are now officially available online. Rallye Monte-Carlo 2026 / Competitors’ Area / Official Documents, where all entry procedures, sporting provisions and regulatory obligations for the 2026 edition are detailed.
The event, opening round of the 2026 FIA World Rally Championship, will take place from 22 to 25 January, with recce scheduled from 18 to 20 January. The renewed and strategically designed route covers 339.15 km of Special Stages over a total itinerary of 1,552.45 km.
Entries: opening on 26 November
Due to logistical constraints specific to the Service Park for the 2026 edition, the rally will accommodate a maximum of 60 crews.
Should the number of entry requests exceed this limit, a selection procedure will be applied among non-priority drivers, in accordance with the Supplementary Regulations.
Closing date for entries: Friday, 19 December 2025 – 23:59 (CET)
Media Accreditation
Media accreditation applications will open on Wednesday 26 November, when registration opens.
Dates to Remember
The countdown has begun: with less than six months to go before the 2026 Monaco E-Prix, the ticket release dates are now confirmed. As every year, several phases are planned to allow ACM members, loyal spectators and the general public to secure their seats for one of the most anticipated events in the Principality and on the Formula E calendar.
Key Dates:
Thursday, 20 November – Pre-sales reserved for:
Wednesday, 03 December – General Public sale
Where to buy your tickets?
Don’t miss the chance to experience an exceptional weekend featuring a double-header in the heart of the Principality, serving as the 9th and 10th rounds of Season 12 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship.
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Les billets pour le Monaco E-Prix 2026 seront en vente prochainement 🏎⚡️
Tickets for the Monaco E-Prix 2026 will be on sale soon 🏎⚡️
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— Automobile Club de Monaco (@ACM_Media) November 16, 2025
