2026 FIA European Hill Climb Championship 45° Rampa Internacional da Falperra

Round of the 2026 FIA European Hill Climb Championship on the classic Falperra 5.200 km uphill course near Braga, Portugal. Competition runs 16–17 May 2026 with timed runs on a closed public road through Parque de Lazer da Rampa da Falperra.

Expect a compact weekend focused on timed hillclimb runs, official practice and qualifying held under Clube Automóvel do Minho organisation and published supplementary regulations.

Short, intense hillclimb racing on a closed 5.200 km stretch of EN 309 from km 39 to km 44.200.

What makes it worth the trip:

• Classic European hillclimb competition with purpose-built single-seaters and tuned touring cars.
• Close spectator vantage points near the Parque de Lazer da Rampa da Falperra track where you can watch multiple timed runs.
• Official documentation (supplementary regulations, schedules, entry lists) published in advance for planning.

Best way to experience it:

Arrive early on event days to secure roadside or designated grandstand spots, bring ear protection and a portable radio or the event schedule to follow run groups. Parking and pedestrian access follow local organiser instructions; expect road closures on the course.