The 2026 edition of the legendary Rally de Portugal is set to deliver another thrilling weekend of high-speed gravel action across some of the most iconic rally roads in Europe. Scheduled from May 7 to May 10, the event will once again attract the world’s top rally drivers and teams as part of the 2026 FIA World Rally Championship calendar.
Portugal’s famous gravel stages, passionate fans, and technical mountain roads make Rally de Portugal one of the most anticipated events of the season. The rally will begin with an opening ceremony in Coimbra before competitors tackle demanding stages through Arganil, Mortágua, Amarante, Vieira do Minho, and the legendary Fafe Power Stage.
One of the biggest highlights of the rally remains the famous Fafe jump, where thousands of motorsport fans gather to witness dramatic airborne moments during the final Power Stage. Gravel surfaces, unpredictable weather conditions, and narrow forest roads are expected to test both speed and consistency throughout the weekend.
2026 Rally de Portugal Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Host Country | Portugal |
| Rally Base | Matosinhos, Porto |
| Dates | 7–10 May 2026 |
| Start Location | Coimbra, Central Region |
| Finish Location | Fafe, Braga |
| Number of Stages | 23 |
| Competitive Distance | 345.14 km |
| Surface | Gravel |
| Transport Distance | 1,516.55 km |
| Overall Distance | 1,861.69 km |
2026 Rally de Portugal Full Schedule and Results
The 2026 rally features a total of 23 competitive stages covering 345.14 km of timed action. Drivers will also complete more than 1,500 km of transport sections during the four-day event. The rally base will be located in Matosinhos, Porto, while the event officially finishes in Fafe and Exponor on May 10.
Note: Results will be updated soon after each stage finishes.
| Date | Stage No. | Time (WEST UTC+1) | Stage Name | Distance | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 May | — | After 8:01 | Baltar [Shakedown] | 5.72 km | — |
| 7 May | — | After 14:00 | Opening Ceremony, Coimbra | N/A | — |
| 7 May | SS1 | After 15:05 | Águeda / Sever | 15.08 km | — |
| 7 May | SS2 | After 16:05 | Sever / Albergaria | 20.24 km | — |
| 7 May | SS3 | After 18:05 | SSS Figueira da Foz | 2.10 km | — |
| 7 May | — | 18:18 – 18:33 | Tyre Fitting Zone, Figueira da Foz | N/A | — |
| 8 May | SS4 | After 7:05 | Mortágua 1 | 14.59 km | — |
| 8 May | SS5 | After 8:55 | Arganil 1 | 20.24 km | — |
| 8 May | SS6 | After 10:13 | Lousã 1 | 7.07 km | — |
| 8 May | — | 11:27 – 11:47 | Regroup, Arganil | N/A | — |
| 8 May | — | 11:47 – 12:07 | Remote Service, Arganil | N/A | — |
| 8 May | SS7 | After 12:25 | Arganil 2 | 20.24 km | — |
| 8 May | SS8 | After 13:20 | Góis | 15.50 km | — |
| 8 May | SS9 | After 14:03 | Lousã 2 | 7.07 km | — |
| 8 May | SS10 | After 15:40 | Mortágua 2 | 14.59 km | — |
| 8 May | — | 18:10 – 18:58 | Flexi Service A, Exponor | N/A | — |
| 9 May | SS11 | After 7:05 | Felgueiras 1 | 8.81 km | — |
| 9 May | SS12 | After 8:05 | Cabeceiras de Basto 1 | 19.91 km | — |
| 9 May | SS13 | After 9:35 | Amarante 1 | 25.95 km | — |
| 9 May | SS14 | After 11:05 | Paredes 1 | 16.09 km | — |
| 9 May | — | 12:00 – 12:30 | Regroup, Exponor | N/A | — |
| 9 May | — | 12:30 – 13:03 | Service B, Exponor | N/A | — |
| 9 May | SS15 | After 14:05 | Felgueiras 2 | 8.81 km | — |
| 9 May | SS16 | After 15:05 | Cabeceiras de Basto 2 | 19.91 km | — |
| 9 May | SS17 | After 16:35 | Amarante 2 | 25.95 km | — |
| 9 May | SS18 | After 18:05 | Paredes 2 | 16.09 km | — |
| 9 May | SS19 | After 19:05 | SSS Lousada | 3.52 km | — |
| 9 May | — | 20:10 – 20:58 | Flexi Service C, Exponor | N/A | — |
| 10 May | SS20 | After 8:05 | Vieira do Minho 1 | 21.72 km | — |
| 10 May | SS21 | After 9:35 | Fafe 1 | 11.18 km | — |
| 10 May | SS22 | After 10:35 | Vieira do Minho 2 | 21.72 km | — |
| 10 May | — | 11:55 – 12:50 | Regroup, Fafe | N/A | — |
| 10 May | SS23 | After 13:15 | Fafe 2 [Power Stage] | 11.18 km | — |
| 10 May | — | After 14:15 | Podium Ceremony, Fafe | N/A | — |
| 10 May | — | After 15:05 | Finish, Exponor | N/A | — |
Rally de Portugal 2026 Winners
The official winners, Power Stage results, manufacturer standings, and overall classifications will be updated after the conclusion of the rally weekend. Fans can expect intense battles between the leading WRC contenders as they compete for valuable championship points on Portugal’s challenging gravel terrain.
With iconic stages, huge crowds, and unpredictable conditions, the 2026 Rally de Portugal promises to be one of the standout events of the FIA World Rally Championship season.