The ceremonial start will be held in the heart of Rijeka, on Korzo, while the service park will be located at Automotodrom Grobnik in the Municipality of Čavle, serving as the operational center of the rally. The grand finale and ceremonial finish will take place in Opatija, one of Croatia’s most iconic tourist destinations.
The WRC caravan will travel through Primorje-Gorski Kotar, Istria, Karlovac, and Lika-Senj counties, showcasing a variety of landscapes - from coastal roads to mountainous terrain.
Where will the stages take place?
In Istria: Vodice, Brest, Butoniga, Motovun, Beram, Cerovlje, and across Učka and Veprinac.
In Gorski Kotar: Skrad, Ravna Gora, and Platak - well-known rally favorites.
In Karlovac County: Generalski Stol, Zdihovo, Pećurkovo Brdo, and Mrežnički Novaki.
Along the Adriatic coast: Bribir, Novi Vinodolski, Senj, and Alan.
A major highlight will be the live TV stages in Generalski Stol and Zdihovo, while the Alan–Senj stage will serve as the final Wolf Power Stage, deciding crucial championship points.
Rally schedule by day and region:
Thursday, April 9 – Shakedown in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County
Friday, April 10 – Istria stages
Saturday, April 11 – Gorski Kotar and Karlovac County
Sunday, April 12 – Vinodol and Senj (Wolf Power Stage)
Šaškin: “Croatia has become a recognized WRC destination”
Daniel Šaškin, President of the Croatia Rally Organizing Committee, emphasized the importance of the event for Croatia: “With the support of the Government of the Republic of Croatia, counties, cities, tourist boards, and our partners, we continue to position Croatia as a premier host of a world-class motorsport event. The WRC is broadcast live to more than 150 countries, bringing strong international visibility, tourism benefits, and significant economic impact to local communities.”
WRC Croatia Rally 2026 once again confirms its place among the most exciting events on the World Rally Championship calendar - a true spectacle that blends sport, tourism, and global promotion of Croatia.
