From October 17 to 20, the Central European Rally will transform the tri-border region of Germany, the Czech Republic, and Austria into a motorsport festival. This event promises unique highlights over four days, from the kickoff in Prague on Thursday to the finish in Passau on Sunday. Visitors can expect around 18 special stages, 42 fan zones, and numerous attractions, ensuring full entertainment.
The best spectator points are well signposted and easily accessible. Clear signs are posted along the main roads, and each fan zone is identified by a unique combination of numbers. Comprehensive information about the fan zones and tickets is available on the website centraleuropeanrally.eu.
Thursday: Furious Start
Prague and Klatovy take center stage on the first day. Participants will begin at 14:00 in the heart of the Czech capital. Fans can interact up close with the rally stars during autograph sessions and interviews in front of the Presidential Palace. The first special stage (SS) is the Super Special Stage Velká Chuchle, which offers spectacular action on the oval of the racecourse, accompanied by an exciting supporting program. The excitement continues in Klatovy in the afternoon, where large video screens make the rally action visible to all. A highlight of the day is the approximately 12 km long SS2, which leads through the twilight. The B4 fan zone near Bolešin, where the cars race over a jump, is particularly recommended for spectators.

Friday: Action Around the Horse Ranch
The action continues in Klatovy on Friday morning. The Strašín stage (SS4/7) offers thrilling action with a high-speed approach in the D10 fan zone near Hoslovice. At the Hoslovice horse ranch, visitors can look forward to a varied program featuring rider shows, children’s riding, a video screen, and catering with local specialties. Overnight accommodations and disposal stations for campers will be available. SS 5/8 Šumavské Hoštice (fan zone E) is ideal for those traveling from Germany and Austria, allowing spectators to follow the vehicles for nearly a kilometer.
Saturday: Cross-Border Special Stage for the First Time
After the rally entourage arrives at the Karpfham service park on Friday evening, the third day of the rally begins. A visit to the service park is worthwhile, as teams and vehicles can be seen up close. Highlights include the ‘Granite and Forest’ stage (SS 9/12, fan zones F). For the first time, the rally crosses the border between Bavaria and Austria with SS 10/13 (‘Beyond Borders’, fan zones G). A recommended spectator point is fan zone G22 near Fuchsödt, where attendees can watch a spectacular jump.

Sunday: Decisions and Award Ceremonies
The final day of the rally is all about the big decisions. The winner will be crowned after the last four special stages. SS15/17 (KNAUS TABBERT Am Hochwald, fan zones K), which leads directly past the leisure vehicle manufacturer’s factory, is particularly recommended. Fan zones K31 to K34 offer fantastic views and excellent infrastructure. A shuttle to the Nordic Performance Centre enables visitors to experience the ‘grand finale’ at SS 16/18 (‘Passauer Land’, fan zones L), where the vehicles arrive after the Power Stage. The award ceremony for the top three will take place in the center of Passau at the historic town hall, accompanied by a colorful supporting program for the fans.
All information about the program is available on the website centraleuropeanrally.eu.