2026 FIA European Hill Climb Championship Hill Climb Limanowa

The Limanowa round of the 2026 FIA European Hill Climb Championship is a two-day hillclimb across the K1609 road from Stara Wieś to Przełęcz pod Ostrą. Expect top single-seaters and tuned production specialists tackling a 5,493 m course with about 302 m of elevation gain.

Organised by Auto Moto Klub Limanowa and sanctioned by the FIA, the event runs 18–19 July 2026 with timed competitive runs and typical practice/qualifying sessions across the weekend.

A compact, technical mountain hillclimb on a public mountain road that rewards close viewing and early arrival for best vantage points.

What makes it worth the trip:

• Short, intense course (5,493 m) that keeps action visible and frequent compared with long circuit races.
• Mountain scenery and tight, technical corners let you watch driver technique up close from roadside spectator zones.
• Official FIA European Championship entry attracts a diverse grid: single-seaters, sportscars and tuned touring cars.

Best way to experience it:

Arrive early on race days to claim a safe spectator spot near key corners or hairpins; bring ear protection, sun/rain gear and comfortable walking shoes for uphill approaches. Use the organiser website for maps and official spectator zones; paddock passes or hospitality areas may require separate tickets.