In short
The Monte-Carlo Rally 2027 runs from Thursday 21 to Sunday 24 January. The start is at 13:45 on Thursday and the podium at 17:00 on Sunday, both on the Port Hercule in Monaco. The Col de Turini Power Stage starts at 13:15 on Sunday. Stages were free to watch in 2026, and winter tyres or chains are required in the mountains.
If you are flying out for the Monte-Carlo Rally 2027, the good news is that the dates and the full itinerary are already published. The 95th Rallye Automobile Monte-Carlo opens the World Rally Championship season from 21 to 24 January 2027, with the start and the podium both on the Port Hercule in Monaco.
This guide is written for a long weekend: a five-star base in Monte-Carlo, the start on Thursday, the Col de Turini on Sunday, and the champagne on the quay that evening. Everything below comes from the Automobile Club de Monaco (ACM) and other official sources, read in October 2026.
Key facts: dates, start, podium, price and airport for the Monte-Carlo Rally 2027
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Dates | Thursday 21 to Sunday 24 January 2027 |
| Start | Thursday 21 January, 13:45, Port Hercule, Monaco |
| Best stage | Col de Turini Power Stage, Sunday 24 January, 13:15 |
| Podium | Sunday 24 January, 17:00, Port Hercule, Monaco |
| Price to watch | Free from marked public areas in 2026; 2027 details not yet published |
| Nearest airport | Nice Côte d'Azur, about 7 minutes to Monaco by helicopter |
Sources: Automobile Club de Monaco and Monacair, checked October 2026.
When is the Monte-Carlo Rally 2027, and what happens each day?
The rally runs from Thursday 21 to Sunday 24 January 2027: the official start is at 13:45 on Thursday and the prize-giving at 17:00 on Sunday, both on the Port Hercule. The ACM notes the dates are subject to FIA calendar approval.
There are 18 special stages, the timed sections raced on closed roads, for more than 330 km in total according to Riviera Radio. Most of them run far from Monaco, in the Alpes-Maritimes, the Hautes-Alpes and the Drôme, with Gap as the base. So plan your weekend around the two ends of the rally.
Programme: the Monte-Carlo Rally 2027 day by day, with times
| Day | Time | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| Wed 20 Jan | 14:01 | Shakedown near Gap, 4.25 km |
| Thu 21 Jan | 13:45 | Official start, Port Hercule, Monaco |
| Thu 21 Jan | 15:35 to 20:05 | SS1 Col de Bleine / Aiglun, then two night stages |
| Fri 22 Jan | 09:25 to 16:45 | Six stages around the Dévoluy, SS4 to SS9 |
| Sat 23 Jan | 08:05 to 18:25 | Six stages in the Drôme and Hautes-Alpes, SS10 to SS15 |
| Sun 24 Jan | 08:00 and 09:40 | SS16 Clumanc / Lambruisse, SS17 Col de Bleine / Aiglun |
| Sun 24 Jan | 13:15 | SS18 Power Stage over the Col de Turini, 23.45 km |
| Sun 24 Jan | 17:00 | Prize-giving, Port Hercule, Monaco |
Source: Automobile Club de Monaco, official 2027 itinerary. First-car times, checked October 2026.
"The 95th Rallye Automobile Monte-Carlo will take place from Thursday 21 to Sunday 24 January 2027." Automobile Club de Monaco
Do you need tickets for the Monte-Carlo Rally?
No ticket is needed to watch the special stages. In 2026 the ACM stated that every special stage was free and open to all, from marked public areas. 2027 ticketing and hospitality had not been published in October 2026.
What the 2026 Fan Zone offered
- Free entry, no ticket, on Quai Antoine Ier and Quai Albert Ier
- Open from Wednesday to Sunday of rally week
- Simulators, a WRC car display and giant screens
- Food stalls and the official shop
The ACM has not yet said whether the Fan Zone returns in 2027. Visit Monaco says the programme, maps and spectator details will appear on the ACM website once published.
Where should you watch the start in Monaco?
Stand on the Port Hercule side of the harbour on Thursday, before 13:45. The first stage begins inland at 15:35, so the cars do not linger in Monaco.
How to reach the quay on foot
In 2026 the roads around the quay were closed, but the ACM kept three ways in:
- the Sainte-Dévote underground gallery;
- the lift of the Ilot 1 footbridge, by the Théâtre des Variétés;
- a temporary footbridge set up for the rally.
Driving in? The ACM recommended the Parking des Salines, with more than 1,700 spaces about 16 minutes on foot from the port. From the Hôtel de Paris on the Place du Casino, it is simply a walk downhill.
How do you watch the Col de Turini Power Stage?
Drive up on Sunday morning and be in a marked public area well before the first car at 13:15. The pass sits at 1,607 m. The drive from the port is about 53 km by our route calculation on OpenStreetMap, and on rally day it takes far longer than usual.
The spectator rules (2026)
- Stand only in areas marked with green netting or green tape, at least 1.50 m above the road.
- Nobody may walk onto the stage from 30 minutes before the first car until the stage ends.
- For the 2026 Historique, stage roads closed to vehicles two hours before the first car, and parking on them was banned.
The exact 2027 closing times will be on the ACM spectator maps.
Winter driving: tyres or chains
The ACM reminds spectators to follow the French Mountain Law. From 1 November to 31 March, cars in listed mountain areas must have winter tyres or carry snow chains or snow socks. Ask your hire company or chauffeur to confirm this before Sunday.
Can you see the Turini and the podium on the same day? It is possible, but tight. You cannot leave until the stage reopens, and the prize-giving is at 17:00. If the podium matters more, book a driver who knows the back roads.
How do you get from Nice airport to Monaco?
The helicopter is the fastest way, and a private car the simplest. Here are the published options.
Getting there: Nice airport to Monaco by helicopter, coach or car, with times and prices
| Option | Time | Price and notes |
|---|---|---|
| Monacair helicopter, shared line | About 7 min | From 195 € per person one way, every 30 minutes from 8:15 until nightfall |
| Zou! line 80 Express coach | About 50 min | 21.80 € one way bought on board, to Place d'Armes (June 2026 timetable) |
| Private car or taxi | Depends on traffic | Door to door, the easiest choice with luggage and a Turini day planned |
Sources: Monacair and Zou! Région Sud, checked October 2026. Check the winter timetable before you travel.
Where should you stay, and what should you pack?
Stay in Monte-Carlo itself, so the start and the podium are on foot. The Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo, a five-star hotel on the Place du Casino open since 1864, is the classic choice. It houses Le Louis XV, Alain Ducasse's three-Michelin-star restaurant: book dinner well ahead and confirm January opening.
Expect mild days on the coast and real winter in the mountains. Météo-France normals for Nice give a January average high of 13.3°C and a low of 5.8°C. Our guide to the French Riviera in winter covers what is open in January.
Packing list for rally weekend
- A smart wool coat and scarf for Monaco evenings
- A warm down jacket, gloves and a hat for the Turini
- Boots with grip: the spectator banks are snowy and icy
- A flask and snacks, as the mountain wait can be long
"First held in 1911, its inaugural event was organised in part to promote Monaco as a winter tourist destination." Visit Monaco
Is it worth booking a photographer for the rally weekend?
Yes, if this is a trip you will both want to remember: one or two hours fit easily around the racing. Riva is a private luxury photography agency on the Riviera. Our photographers work discreetly in public spaces, never inside the restricted rally areas.
Photo session: the best times and places during rally weekend
| When | Where | Why it works |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday morning | Port Hercule | The harbour is dressed for the rally before the 13:45 start |
| Saturday afternoon | Place du Casino | The cars are far away: calm, elegant winter portraits |
| Sunday, 16:00 | Port Hercule | The quay at its liveliest in the hour before the podium |
What Riva takes care of
- The photographer comes to you, anywhere from Saint-Tropez to Menton, with no travel fee.
- We scout the spot and plan the timing around the rally programme.
- Every photo is edited by hand.
- A preview of 5 to 8 images within 48 hours, the full private gallery within 7 days, 24-hour delivery on request.
- We watch the forecast 72 hours ahead and move the session free of charge if needed.
How much does it cost?
Prices are all taxes included:
- Express 30 minutes in one place: from 390 €, on request
- 1 hour, 30 edited photos: 790 €
- 2 hours, 60 edited photos: 1,290 €
Shooting inside a hotel or the casino needs the venue's consent, so we plan those sessions with you in advance. See our Monaco page, the full pricing, or the best photo spots in Monaco, then message us on WhatsApp with your dates.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Monte-Carlo Rally 2027?
The 95th Rallye Automobile Monte-Carlo runs from Thursday 21 to Sunday 24 January 2027, subject to FIA calendar approval. A shakedown takes place near Gap on Wednesday 20 January. The official start is at 13:45 on Thursday from the Port Hercule in Monaco, and the prize-giving is at 17:00 on Sunday at the same place.
Is the Monte-Carlo Rally free to watch?
Yes, the special stages have always been free to watch from marked public areas. In 2026 the Automobile Club de Monaco also made the Monaco Fan Zone free with no ticket needed. Ticketing or hospitality details for 2027 had not been published in October 2026.
When does the rally go over the Col de Turini in 2027?
On Sunday 24 January 2027. The final stage, the La Bollène-Vésubie to Moulinet Power Stage, crosses the Col de Turini over 23.45 km, with the first car due at 13:15. Spectators must be in a marked public area well before that, as stage roads close to the public ahead of the first car.
Do you need snow chains to drive to the Col de Turini in January?
Under the French Mountain Law, from 1 November to 31 March, cars in listed mountain areas must have winter tyres or carry snow chains or snow socks. The Automobile Club de Monaco reminds rally spectators to comply. The Turini sits at 1,607 m, so check road conditions on the day.
How long does it take to get from Nice airport to Monaco?
About 7 minutes by Monacair helicopter, from 195 euros per person one way on the shared line. The Zou! line 80 Express coach takes about 50 minutes to Place d'Armes on the June 2026 timetable, for 21.80 euros one way bought on board. A private car depends on traffic.
Coming to Monaco for the rally?
Tell us your dates and where you are staying. We plan an hour on the Port Hercule or the Place du Casino around the start or the podium. From 790 € all taxes included, or 390 € for a 30-minute express session, with first images within 48 hours.
Plan my sessionMore reading: the best photo spots in Monaco, the French Riviera in winter, and the Monte-Carlo Masters 2027.
Sources
Times, rules and figures in this guide come from these official sources. Checked in October 2026.
- Automobile Club de Monaco, 2027 itinerary, shakedown near Gap on 20 January 2027 at 14:01; official start at 13:45 on 21 January at the Port Hercule; 18 special stages with times and distances; SS18 La Bollène-Vésubie / Moulinet Power Stage at 13:15, 23.45 km; prize-giving at 17:00 on 24 January at the Port Hercule.
- Automobile Club de Monaco, presentation of the event, the 95th edition from Thursday 21 to Sunday 24 January 2027, subject to FIA World Motor Sport Council approval.
- Riviera Radio, more than 330 km of timed stages, Gap as the main base, the Col de Turini on the final day, prize-giving at 5pm at the Port Hercule.
- Visit Monaco, the rally was first held in 1911, partly to promote Monaco as a winter destination; 2027 spectator information to be published by the ACM.
- Automobile Club de Monaco, Super Special Stage 2026, free access to all special stages in 2026; the Monaco Fan Zone on Quai Antoine Ier, free with no ticket; Parking des Salines with more than 1,700 spaces, 16 minutes on foot; pedestrian access points to Quai Albert Ier.
- Automobile Club de Monaco, spectator maps 2026, public areas marked with green netting or tape, at least 1.50 m above the road; no entry onto stages from 30 minutes before the first competitor.
- Automobile Club de Monaco, safety rules (Historique 2026), stage roads closed to vehicles two hours before the first competitor; no parking on stage roads; Mountain Law: winter tyres, or snow chains or snow socks carried.
- Côte d'Azur France tourism, the Col de Turini at 1,607 m, linking Lantosque to Moulinet and Sospel, used by the Monte-Carlo Rally.
- OpenStreetMap routing (OSRM), road distance of about 53 km from the Port Hercule to the Col de Turini, our own route calculation.
- Éditions Tissot, the Mountain Law winter equipment period, from 1 November to 31 March, in listed communes of 34 mountain departments: snow chains or snow socks, or four winter tyres.
- Monacair, Nice to Monaco helicopter line, about 7 minutes, every 30 minutes from 8:15 until nightfall, from 195 € per person one way.
- Zou! Région Sud, line 80 Express timetable, Nice airport to Monaco and Menton, timetable valid from 2 June 2026, 21.80 € one way on board.
- Météo-France, Nice climate sheet, 1991 to 2020 normals: January average maximum 13.3°C, average minimum 5.8°C.
- Visit Monaco, Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo, five-star hotel on the Place du Casino, opened in 1864, home of Le Louis XV - Alain Ducasse.