2026 ERC BAUHAUS Royal Rally of Scandinavia

A three-day round of the FIA European Rally Championship based in Karlstad, Sweden, with service park activity at Färjestad and city-centre ceremonial start and podium. The gravel rally runs Friday–Sunday and includes qualifying, shakedown and 16 special stages including the spectator-friendly Colin’s Crest.

Expect a festival-style service park at Färjestad with spectator zones and a compact city centre presence for start and prize-giving.

Compact, spectator-friendly ERC gravel rally based in Karlstad with a busy service park at Färjestad and stages across Värmland.

What makes it worth the trip:

• High-calibre ERC field with a record entry across classes for 2026, so lots of competitive cars to see at close quarters.
• Easy festival access: service park at Färjestad provides paddock-style viewing, vendor stalls and food options.
• Signature stages including Colin’s Crest offer dramatic spectator arenas and consistent stage repeats for multiple viewing chances.

Best way to experience it:

Arrive early to the service park at Färjestad for paddock access and team activity, then travel by car or shuttle to a nearby spectator stage for the afternoon loops. Use the city-centre ceremonial start and podium in Karlstad for an easy, family-friendly viewing option.

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