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The FIA World Rally Championship is set to return to Spain next season to take on the fast-paced asphalt roads
Rally Islas Canarias, which first took place in 1977, has been a part of the ERC since 2016 and will mark its 50th edition in 2026. The event is set to be held exclusively on Gran Canaria in 2025, with plans to expand to other islands for its milestone anniversary in 2026. The announcement about these future plans was made on Monday on Gran Canaria, with key figures in attendance, including representatives from WRC Promoter, Todo Sport, and local government officials.
The CEO of Club Deportivo Todo Sport expressed excitement about bringing Rally Islas Canarias to the WRC, highlighting the years of effort that have gone into achieving this goal. WRC Promoter Managing Director also showed confidence in the rally management team’s ability to successfully host the event on the WRC calendar in the upcoming years. The move to the WRC calendar is expected to draw a large number of fans to the popular holiday destination in Europe.
Drivers participating in the rally can expect challenging asphalt stages that twist and turn across the volcanic landscape of the islands. While the coastal regions offer pleasant beach weather, competitors must be ready for potential weather changes as they navigate through the mountainous terrain. The WRC last visited Spain in 2022, setting up its base in the seaside town of Salou.
