Rallylegend 2024 returns to San Marino from 10-13 October 2024, promising four action-packed days of rallying history and modern motorsport excitement. Now in its 22nd edition, the iconic event is introducing exciting new features, including the “LegenDakar” tribute – showcasing legendary Dakar rally cars and trucks. Fans can expect a high-octane weekend with classic and contemporary machines battling it out on the stages, alongside unforgettable tributes to rallying’s greatest moments.
LegenDakar: The Legendary Desert Race Comes to Rallylegend
In a special twist for 2024, Rallylegend is paying homage to the world-famous Dakar Rally with the introduction of the “LegenDakar” event. This celebration of the legendary desert race will bring 20 iconic Dakar vehicles, including powerful trucks and cars, to the heart of the RallyVillage. Some of the greatest Dakar champions – like Miki Biasion and Juha Kankkunen – will be behind the wheel, giving fans a rare opportunity to see these motorsport legends in action.
Past Rallylegend events have featured the Porsche 953 Dakar with Jacky Ickx and the VW Race Touareg driven by Dieter Depping, but this year takes it to the next level. Alongside a static exhibition throughout the weekend, the Dakar machines will come alive on Friday and Saturday with special demonstrations, offering fans a unique, up-close experience. On Sunday, the Dakar legends will take to the famous “The Legend” stage, blending rally raid and traditional rally action in a must-see spectacle.
Revamped Race Itinerary for 2024
Rallylegend 2024 isn’t just about nostalgia—it’s about adrenaline-pumping competition. This year’s revised itinerary promises four days of flat-out rallying across some of San Marino’s most iconic roads. The action kicks off Thursday night, October 10, with the “Sprint Legend Race,” a thrilling stage under the lights at 8:30 PM.
Friday, October 11, delivers a classic evening rally, starting at 7:30 PM, with three in-line stages: “I Laghi,” “Chiesanuova,” and “San Marino.” This will set the tone for the weekend, with fans already buzzing for what’s to come.
Saturday, October 12, promises to be an all-out showdown, with six special stages starting from 1:00 PM. Crews will tackle “Piandavello,” “La Casa,” and the crowd-favorite “The Legend” stage, each run twice, ensuring non-stop action throughout the day.
The final day, Sunday, October 13, starts at 10:30 AM and features two runs of “Le Tane” and a final lap of the epic “The Legend” stage. After the competitive action wraps up, “The Legend” will transform into a celebration of rally history. Rally champions and special guests will take to the stage in parade laps, showcasing iconic cars and delivering a one-of-a-kind spectacle for fans. The inclusion of the “Legend Stars” will cap off the weekend, making Sunday a rally lover’s dream come true.
Tributes to Rally Icons
This year’s event will also honor rallying legend Stig Blomqvist, celebrating the 40th anniversary of his 1984 World Rally Championship title with the “Stig Blomqvist Tribute: Audi Quattro Trilogy.” Expect a thrilling tribute to one of rallying’s most respected drivers as part of the weekend’s festivities.
Whether you’re there for the roaring engines of classic rally cars or the Dakar behemoths charging through the stages, Rallylegend 2024 is shaping up to be an unmissable event. Prepare for four days of high-adrenaline action, rally nostalgia, and jaw-dropping performances from some of the sport’s biggest names.