We present a guide to the best locations for following the WRC Croatia Rally 2026, one of the most exciting sporting events in Croatia. The special stages run through diverse landscapes – from narrow and technically demanding roads to fast and flowing sections – offering spectators a wide range of attractive viewing spots.
Whether you are looking for adrenaline-filled corners, long straights or natural amphitheatres with great visibility, choosing the right location will allow you to experience the rally in a unique way. Below, we highlight recommended spectator points along with important tips to ensure your experience is both safe and unforgettable. For easier navigation, be sure to use the Google Maps available in our Spectator section, where parking areas and safe viewing zones along the special stages are clearly marked. Please note that all stage roads are closed to traffic three hours before the start of each stage.
Thursday, April 9 – Shakedown Saršoni – Trnovica
The stage can only be accessed via the start and finish, with spectator parking available in the village of Saršoni.
Friday, April 10
Special Stages 1 & 5 – Vodice – Brest
Three access routes are recommended. The first from the direction of Lupoglav via Lanišće, Račja Vas, Rašpor and Trstenik; the second also from Lupoglav via Lanišće, Podgaće, Prapoće and Klenovšćak; and the third from Buzet towards Strana, Nugla and Slum.
Special Stages 2 & 6 – Butoniga – Motovun
The recommended route is from the direction of Istarske Toplice via Gradinje, Krte, Zamaski Dol and Zamask.
Special Stages 3 & 7 – Beram – Cerovlje
There are two access options: one from Cerovlje via Previž, and the other from Pazin via Zarečje.
Special Stages 4 & 8 – Učka
There are three possible access routes. The first from Lupoglav via Brest pod Učkom, the second from Lovranska Draga via Babino Sklonište, Mala Učka and Vela Učka.
Saturday, April 11
Special Stages 9 & 16 – Platak
The only recommended access route is from Grobnik via Kamenjak.
Special Stages 10 & 15 – Ravna Gora – Skrad
There are three possible routes: via Skrad – Veliko Selce, from Šije to the north, and from Gornja Dobra via Brezje Dobransko and Malo Selce.
Special Stages 11 & 14 – Generalski Stol – Zdihovo
Three routes are recommended: from Ogulin via Popovo Selo and Trošmarija, from Bosiljevo via Rendulići, Grabrk and Malik, and from Tounj via Gerovo Tounjsko and Gornje Dubrave.
Special Stages 12 & 13 – Pećurkovo Brdo – Mrežnički Novaki
Access is possible via Belajske Poljice and Belaj, or via Barilović and Carevo Selo.
Sunday, April 12
Special Stages 17 & 19 – Bribir – Novi Vinodolski
The stage can be accessed from Selce via Bribir towards the monument, from Bater via a gravel road to the west, or from Fužine and Lič (or Ogulin, Jasenak and Breze) via the Vagabundina Koliba mountain lodge towards the Vepar hunting lodge.
Special Stages 18 & 20 – Alan – Senj
Recommended access is via Bile, Sušanj and Vrataruša, where the road splits towards two locations on the stage: via Mrzli Dol and Krivi Put; via Veljun Primorski and Krivi Put; from the Vratnik fortress towards Veljun Primorski; or from the Majorija road towards Francikovac and Klaricevac.
