The XXII Rally Costa Brava Històric gets underway in Sant Feliu de Guíxols

The Passeig del Mar in Sant Feliu de Guíxols has, for the first time, hosted the start of the Rally Costa Brava Històric, surrounded by a lively atmosphere and a large crowd.
The twenty-second edition of this regularity rally for historic vehicles, one of the leading events of its kind in Europe, has set off with 126 teams and a strong international presence.
Fans will be able to enjoy the rally both in Sant Feliu de Guíxols and in Empuriabrava, as the two towns share the rally’s headquarters for the first time.

Exceptional vehicles, legendary roads, and stunning locations. This is the formula that has made the Rally Costa Brava Històric a benchmark event among Europe’s regularity rallies. The impressive start of its 22nd edition from Sant Feliu de Guíxols, right by the Mediterranean Sea, once again confirmed the excellent momentum of this event organized by RallyClassics.

The seaside town of Sant Feliu de Guíxols welcomed the rally for the first time, and will do so again on Friday with the start of the second stage. Then the convoy will head towards Empuriabrava, where the start of the third and final stage will take place.

126 teams from twelve countries are competing in this year’s edition, including crews from Argentina, Greece, the United Kingdom, Portugal, and Poland, as well as from across Spain. After Thursday’s warm-up, participants will face the two main stages on Friday and Saturday, covering over 1,000 kilometres across 25 Regularity sections, many of them at night.

After the opening sections, the gaps at the top of the leaderboard are minimal, and the evolution and toughness of the rally will determine the contenders for victory.

Classic and historic vehicles within everyone’s reach

Anyone wishing to experience the XXII Rally Costa Brava Històric up close will be able to enjoy a true museum on wheels. Vehicles manufactured between the 1950s and 1990s take part in this rally, offering a journey through the history of sporting automobiles. The most nostalgic fans will delight in exceptional models such as the Porsche 356, MG, Lotus Elan, BMW 2002, Mini Cooper, or Volvo Amazon.

Younger generations will have the chance to discover iconic cars like the Seat 124, Peugeot 205, Renault 5, Opel Kadett, or Citroën AX. The range of vehicles and setups is truly impressive.

Historic Regularity rallies recreate the atmosphere of rallies from past decades, with long routes that allow drivers to enjoy these vehicles to the fullest, both day and night. Participation is open to cars and motorcycles that are at least 25 years old and fully road legal. The itineraries remain secret until the start of each stage, ensuring a level playing field for all teams.

The XXII Rally Costa Brava Històric is made possible thanks to the collaboration of the Ajuntament de Castelló d’Empúries, Ajuntament de Sant Feliu de Guíxols, Departament d’Esports de la Generalitat de Catalunya, Diputació de Girona, Patronat de Turisme Costa Brava Girona, Classic Cover, Vera, Van der Valk Hotel Barcarola, Hotel Port Salins, Hotel Xon’s, Ajuntament de Camprodon, Ajuntament de Vic, Garatge Internacional, Montjuïc Watches, Les Pockets Vic, Karting Empuriabrava, Suprametal, MiRally, Motor Clásico, and News Classic Racing.