Winter Trial 2027
2027-01-31 - 2027-02-05
The Winter Trial 2027
Celebrating 25 Editions of pure winter rally heritage
In the winter of 2027, history will be written once more.
From 31 January to 5 February 2027, we proudly present the 25th edition of The Winter Trial, a landmark anniversary of Europe’s most iconic winter rally for classic cars. A celebration of endurance, precision, friendship, and an unbreakable passion for driving in the most demanding of conditions.
For twenty-five editions, The Winter Trial has challenged crews to master snow covered mountain passes, frozen valleys, and breathtaking alpine scenery. This jubilee edition will bring together everything that has defined the rally for a quarter of a century and elevate it even further.
A legendary route through the heart of winter
The 2027 route leads through the spectacular winter landscapes of the Czech Republic, Austria, Croatia and Slovenia combining technical regularities and unforgettable views and roads of the past editions with new territory. The rally will conclude at a new location for our event (which we will keep a secret for now), where we will celebrate this exceptional anniversary edition in true Winter Trial style.
What is the Winter Trial?
The Winter Trial is a six-day regularity rally for classic cars, held in the depths of winter. Success is not about speed, but about precision, consistency, and teamwork, maintaining exact average speeds on snow and ice while navigating challenging terrain.
Each day covers approximately 350 kilometres. Crews competing in the Trial Class will take on an even greater challenge, with two additional evening loops of around 150 kilometres each.
Key dates – Winter Trial 2027
• Scrutineering & signing On: January 30, 2027 | Czech Republic | 10:00 – 15:00
• Leg 0 – Practice regularities: January 30, 2027
• Official start: January 31, 2027 | 08:30
• Finish & celebration| Austria: February 5, 2027
Event overview
• Eligible cars: Classic cars of a type built before December 31, 1985
• Total distance: Approx. 2,500 km
• Navigation: Map reading
• Competition format: Regularities and driving tests
25 Years of Winter Trial history
Since its first edition in 2001, The Winter Trial has grown into one of the most prestigious classic winter rallies in Europe. Alpine passes, remote valleys, icy roads, and unforgettable nights. Each edition has added a new chapter to a story shared by hundreds of crews.
In 2027, we celebrate: 25 editions of adventure, competition, camaraderie, and unforgettable winter memories.
Will you be part of this historic milestone?
What’s new in 2027: The Nations Cup
To mark this jubilee edition, we proudly introduce a major new competition element: The Nations Cup
For the first time in Winter Trial history, teams will not only compete as individual crews, but also as nations.
How it works:
• Each national team consists of five cars
• The best performing teams will compete for national glory
• Only the top teams will have the honor of lifting the Nations Cup Trophy
Bring together the strongest five crews from your country and defend your national pride on Europe’s ultimate winter rally stage.
Who can enter?
Participation requires just a few essentials:
• A valid driving license
• A classic car
• A true sense of adventure
• And a good sense of humor
Eligible cars
All classic cars of a type produced before 31 December 1985, provided they are:
• Reliable and safe
• Equipped with an accurate trip meter
• Capable of a minimum fuel range of 300 km
(See the regulations for full technical requirements.)
Choose your class
• Club Class
Lower average speeds, fewer regularities, and no evening loops. Ideal for newcomers or less experienced crews.
• Challenge Class
The full daytime route without evening loops, perfectly balanced between competition and comfort.
• Trial Class
The ultimate challenge, including two demanding evening loops of approximately three hours each. A skilled navigator is strongly recommended.
What’s included in the entry fee?
• Six days of unforgettable rally driving
• Roadbook and map book (provided the day before the start)
• Accommodation and all meals, from welcome dinner to prize giving dinner
• Finisher’s awards and trophies for class winners
• Rally plates, number roundels, and sponsor decals
• Full support from our experienced team of marshals and mechanics
Not Included
• Fuel
• Bar bills
• Vehicle insurance
• Transport of your car to and from the event
Entry fees (unchanged)
• Deposit: €2,500 to secure your entry
• Balance before July 1, 2026: €4,750
(Total entry fee: €7,250)
• Balance after July 1, 2026: €5,000
(Total entry fee: €7,500)
Join the legend – join the Winter Trial 2027
The 25th edition of The Winter Trial promises to be one for the history books:
a legendary route, a jubilee celebration, and the debut of the Nations Cup.
For further information, please contact the Rally Office.
By submitting your entry form, you agree to the terms and conditions outlined in the event regulations.
See you on the snow covered roads of The Winter Trial 2027.
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The Last Hurrah!
2027-09-27 - 2027-09-30
The Last Hurrah!
27/09 – 30/09/2027
A tribute to the late Philip Young…
In the mid 1980’s, English motor sport enthusiast Philip Young began organising events that kick started the Classic Rally movement. Over the next few decades rallies like the Classic Marathon and Monte Carlo Challenge gave hundreds of enthusiasts all over Europe and beyond the opportunity to drive, and re-live, the golden days of rallying.
Sadly, Philip is no longer with us but some of those competitors, along with a few of his original organising team, have got together to organise a special event in his memory.
Based at Annecy in the French Alps, the three day event harks back to the essence of rallying as Philip originally intended. Dramatic Alpine passes, remote mountain roads and pretty rural villages all strung together by accurate navigation and a testing timetable – the kind of driving your classic or vintage car was built for.
And, at the end of each day, you return to the same hotel terrace overlooking Lac d’Annecy with new memories to share over dinner and a few drinks! This is Classic rallying in its purest form in memory of the man who started it all…
RALLY FORMAT

Three days rallying based at one luxury hotel
Approximately 300km per day
Regularity sections on legendary Alpine roads
Driving Tests at iconic settings
Classic map reading (and incidental Tulip Navigation)
Accurate time keeping
Relaxed evenings and informal prize givings
Final Celebration dinner in true rally tradition

No extreme schedules, no unnecessary complications, just enjoyable rallying…
WHO CAN ENTER?
Drivers who love driving for the sake of it, and co-drivers who enjoy the art of navigating and teamwork. Enthusiasm matters more than experience!
ELIGIBLE CARS
Classic Cars – built before 1986.
However, to encourage entrants to bring the oldest cars possible, The Last Hurrah! plans to use a co-efficient results system based on the age of the car. The aim is not to punish newer cars, but to celebrate and reward the bravery of bringing truly historic machinery into the mountains. Exact details of how it will work will be published in the event Regulations.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE LAST HURRAH!

Three full days classic rallying from one luxury hotel, Rivage Hotel & Spa Annecy
Spectacular Alpine roads around Lac d’Annecy
Carefully crafted routes in the spirit of the original events by Keith Baud
Relaxed evenings with like-minded enthusiasts
Limited entry for intimate atmosphere
Gastronomic dinners overlooking the lake
Traditional Rally Prize Giving and Celebration Dinner in honour of Philip Young.

The Last Hurrah! celebrates the Golden Era of Classic Rallying and take participants back to the roots of the sport. A rally that feels like it could have taken place nearly a half a century ago and yet still feels timeless today. To preserve this intimate and exclusive atmosphere, entries will be limited to 70 cars. The entry fee is 3,650 euro (£3,200) and includes:
Event Participation: Entry for one car and a two person crew
Event Documentation: Detailed Route Instructions and time cards
Hospitality: Four nights Hotel based on double/twin occupancy, dinners, lunches and refreshments during the event.
Support: Mechanical assist/sweep teams and experienced marshals.
Memorabilia: Souvenir Rally Plates and door stickers
Awards: Prize Giving and Dinner
For further information please contact: timo@classicevents.nl
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