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Cyprus Rally

23–25 October 2026

One of the older events on the international rally calendar, run since 1970 on the winding gravel roads of the Troodos mountains above Limassol, usually in October. Watching from the roadside stages is free, and the sight and sound of rally cars sliding through the pine forest is a real thrill for petrolheads. Stages and dates are published in advance — follow the marshals and arrive early for the best spots.

When23–25 October 2026
WhereGravel special stages in the Troodos mountains
EntryFree to watch
rallymotorsportTroodos
Plan your visit

Good to know

When

23–25 October 2026. A round of the FIA Middle East Rally Championship; the organiser publishes the stage timetable and spectator zones.

Where

Gravel special stages in the Troodos mountains, Limassol.

Entry

Free entry.

While you are there

Free places in the Troodos mountains

Questions

Cyprus Rally: the essentials

When is Cyprus Rally 2026?

23–25 October 2026. A round of the FIA Middle East Rally Championship; the organiser publishes the stage timetable and spectator zones.

Where is Cyprus Rally held?

Gravel special stages in the Troodos mountains, Limassol, Cyprus.

Is Cyprus Rally free?

Watching is free; taking part means paying the organiser’s entry fee.

Does Cyprus Rally happen every year?

Yes. It is held every year, usually in October, and usually lasts 3 days.

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Photo: A rally car on a Cyprus Rally gravel stage (2009) — Leonid Mamchenkov, Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.0).