WRC Sweden 2026: full guide, live timing and maps

Complete guide WRC Rally Sweden 2026: dates, stages, itinerary, entry list, live timing, results, maps, and how to watch.

The WRC Rally Sweden 2026 takes place from 12-15 February 2026 on the snow- and ice-covered forest roads around Umeå, northern Sweden. As the only pure winter round of the 2026 FIA World Rally Championship, Rally Sweden is famous for high-speed stages, studded tyres, and spectacular arena sections near Umeå.

This guide provides everything fans and teams need to follow the event in real time: the full rally itinerary, special stage schedule, official entry list, live timing and results, and direct links to stage maps and spectator information. You’ll also find details on how to watch Rally Sweden live through WRC Rally.TV, plus local tips for spectators heading to Umeå.

Whether you’re following online or traveling to Sweden, this is your one-stop hub for Rally Sweden 2026.

Event Overview

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WRC Sweden 2026 Schedule & Itinerary (local time CET UTC+1)

Thursday 12 February

• Shakedown – Umeå City – 3.44 km
• SS1 Umeå Sprint 1 – 10.23 km

Friday 13 February

• SS2 Bygdsiljum 1 – 28.27 km
• SS3 Andersvattnet 1 – 20.51 km
• SS4 Bäck 1 – 11.53 km
• Service – Umeå
• SS5 Bygdsiljum 2 – 28.27 km
• SS6 Andersvattnet 2 – 20.51 km
• SS7 Bäck 2 – 11.53 km
• SS8 Umeå Sprint 2 – 5.70 km

Saturday 14 February

• SS9 Vännäs 1 – 15.65 km
• SS10 Sarsjöliden 1 – 16.72 km
• SS11 Kolksele 1 – 16.94 km
• Service – Umeå
• SS12 Vännäs 2 – 15.65 km
• SS13 Sarsjöliden 2 – 16.72 km
• SS14 Kolksele 2 – 16.94 km
• SS15 Umeå Sprint 3 – 5.70 km

Sunday 15 February

• SS16 Västervik 1 – 25.45 km
• SS17 Västervik 2 – 25.45 km
• SS18 Power Stage – Umeå – 10.23 km
• Podium Ceremony – Umeå

Stages & Technical Characteristics

Rally Sweden is run entirely on snow and ice. Cars use studded winter tyres which provide strong grip on frozen surfaces, but performance depends heavily on precision and the ability to keep momentum through fast, flowing corners.

Snowbanks are a key feature: drivers can lean the car into the bank to stabilize corner exits. If temperatures rise, gravel can break through the snowpack on second passes, changing grip levels and increasing the risk of ruts and punctures.

Maps & Stages

Stage maps, spectator zones and full stage layout are on Rally-Maps: Rally-Maps: Rally Sweden 2026. The official event site also provides route documents and spectator information when available.

Entry List

The full seeded entry across all classes is available via eWRC: Entry List Rally Sweden 2026.

Highlights:

• Rally1: Factory teams (Toyota, Hyundai and M-Sport Ford) headline the event, with winter conditions often producing small gaps and intense battles.
• WRC2: A strong Rally2 field is expected, including drivers with extensive Scandinavian snow experience.
• WRC3 / Junior: Rally3 crews and Junior WRC competitors add depth and close class fights.

How to Watch WRC Sweden 2026

• Live streams / TV / Highlights: Rally.TV offers full coverage, with live stages, onboards, and daily highlights.
• Timing & Results: Live timing and classifications on eWRC.
• Social: Follow updates with hashtag #RallySweden.

Local Tips for Fans

• Getting there: Rally base and service park are in Umeå. Several stages are outside the city, plan transfers early and allow extra time for winter roads.
• Tickets / Access: Check the official channels for spectator zones, parking and access rules.
• Weather outlook: Expect sub-zero temperatures. Winter clothing, boots and traction aids are strongly recommended.

Results

Once complete, you’ll find full classifications, retirements and stage-by-stage results on eWRC: Rally Sweden 2026 Results.