Croatia will return to the FIA World Rally Championship in 2026 and 2027, following the signing of a three-year agreement that will also see the country host an FIA European Rally Championship round in 2025.
The agreement reaffirms the commitment that started when Croatia first joined the WRC in 2021 and underscores the country’s ongoing role as a key destination for world-class motorsport events.
The contract was announced by Simon Larkin, Senior Director of Events for WRC Promoter GmbH, and Daniel Šaškin, President of the Croatia Rally Organising Committee, in the presence of Croatia’s Ministry of Sports and Tourism State Secretary, Josip Pavić, and Croatian Automobile and Karting Federation President, Robert Markt.
Since debuting in the WRC in 2021, Croatia Rally has quickly established itself as a standout fixture, with high-speed stages that challenge crews on asphalt surfaces ranging from smooth to badly broken. The event’s inclusion in the 2026 and 2027 WRC calendars further cements its position as a key Tarmac rally in the future mix of the WRC.
Looking ahead to 2025, the experience gained from Croatia’s four successful WRC editions will play a vital role in setting a new benchmark for organisational excellence within the ERC. Croatia Rally has already been lauded for its sporting, promotional, and entertainment achievements in the WRC, and the 2025 ERC edition will benefit from this proven track record.