2025 World Rally Championship Portugal Rally: all the information
The 2025 Vodafone Rally de Portugal is set to ignite from May 15 to 18, marking the fifth round of the 2025 FIA World Rally Championship. This iconic gravel event, based in Matosinhos, Porto, is renowned for its fast, technical stages that challenge even the most seasoned drivers.
Event Overview
| Event Name | Vodafone Rally de Portugal |
| Championship: | World Rally Championship 2025 – Round 5 |
| Location | Matosinhos, Porto, Portugal |
| Dates | May 15–18, 2025 |
| Surface | Gravel |
| Stages | 24 special stages covering 344.50 km |
| Total length | 1,790.65 km |
| Official Website: | Visit the event page |
WRC 2025 Calendar
Mark your calendars for all WRC 2025 events:
| Round | Event | Date | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rallye Monte-Carlo (Monaco) | 26/01 | Tarmac |
| 2 | Rally Sweden (Sweden) | 16/02 | Snow |
| 3 | Safari Rally Kenya (Kenya) | 23/03 | Gravel |
| 4 | Rally Islas Canarias (Spain) | 27/04 | Tarmac |
| 5 | Vodafone Rally de Portugal (Portugal) | 18/05 | Gravel |
| 6 | Rally Italia Sardegna (Italy) | 08/06 | Gravel |
| 7 | EKO Acropolis Rally Greece (Greece) | 29/06 | Gravel |
| 8 | Delfi Rally Estonia (Estonia) | 20/07 | Gravel |
| 9 | Secto Rally Finland (Finland) | 03/08 | Gravel |
| 10 | Rally del Paraguay (Paraguay) | 31/08 | Gravel |
| 11 | Rally Chile Bio Bío (Chile) | 14/09 | Gravel |
| 12 | Central European Rally (Austria/Czech Republic/Germany) | 19/10 | Tarmac |
| 13 | FORUM8 Rally Japan (Japan) | 09/11 | Tarmac |
| 14 | Rally Saudi Arabia (Saudi Arabia) | 30/11 | Gravel |
WRC Social Media, Live Streaming & Highlights
| Instagram: @fiawrc | Live Streaming: Rally.Tv | YouTube: FIA WRC Channel | Facebook: FIA WRC Page |
Additional Rally Information
The 2025 Vodafone Rally de Portugal, held from May 15 to 18, is set to deliver a thrilling spectacle as the fifth round of the 2025 FIA World Rally Championship. Based in Matosinhos, Porto, this iconic gravel event features 24 special stages covering 344.50 km, with a total distance of 1,790.65 km. The rally kicks off in Figueira da Foz and concludes in Fafe, renowned for its legendary jump.
Check out additional information that can be useful to you to follow the rally from home as well as in person.
Itinerary Snapshot
The rally’s itinerary is structured to challenge drivers with a mix of fast gravel roads and technical sections:
- Thursday, May 15: Shakedown at Baltar (5.72 km) and ceremonial start.
- Friday, May 16: Stages in Figueira da Foz, Mortágua, and Arganil, including two new stages, totaling 146.48 km of competitive distance.
- Saturday, May 17: Stages in Vieira do Minho, Cabeceiras de Basto, and Amarante, ending with a celebration at the Eurocircuito de Costilha in Lousada.
- Sunday, May 18: Final stages in Paredes, Felgueiras, and the Power Stage in Fafe.
Entry list highlights?
A record-breaking 95 teams are set to compete, including:
- Rally1 Category: 12 entries featuring top drivers like Sébastien Ogier, Kalle Rovanperä, Thierry Neuville, and Ott Tänak.
- Rally2 Category: 47 entries with notable names such as Dani Sordo, Kris Meeke, and Oliver Solberg.
- Rally3 Category: 18 entries, including Junior WRC contenders like Diego Domínguez Jr., Max Smart, and Claire Schönborn.
How to Watch WRC Rally
- Streaming: Full coverage on Rally.TV
- Follow: #RallyDePortugal on all social platforms
- Live Timing & Docs: Available at rallydeportugal.pt
This year’s rally promises intense competition across all categories, with challenging stages and a diverse field of competitors.
