Rally d'Abruzzo (Motorally d'Abruzzo)

The best of off-road racing returns to Gioia dei Marsi

The Rally d'Abruzzo, also known as the Motorally d'Abruzzo, is one of the most anticipated events on the national motorcycle off-road calendar. Hosted by the town of Gioia dei Marsi, in the province of L'Aquila, in the heart of the Abruzzo Marsica, the event draws the best Italian motorally and raid specialists every year to compete on a technical and selective course carved through the mountains and dirt paths of the Apennines.

The event is organized by Moto Club Sirente with the support of Moto Club Lo Sherpa from Bussi sul Tirino, under the aegis of the Italian Motorcycle Federation. Gioia dei Marsi has hosted the rally for several editions: the paddock is set up at the municipal sports field, which serves as the caravan's headquarters for the duration of the event.

An Italian Championship round

The Rally d'Abruzzo is a valid stage for the Italian Motorally Championship and the Italian Raid TT Championship (CIRTT), in addition to including GPX calendar trials. This dual competitive value brings a top-tier field of riders to Gioia dei Marsi, with approximately 280 competitors from all over Italy and over 1,200 total attendees, including riders, technicians, support staff, and fans.

The route

The race spans three days of competition, covering a total of approximately 610 kilometers, divided into stages with long timed sectors:

• The first day features an itinerary of about 247 km, with a WLP selective sector and an OMO line trial;
• The second day covers about 231 km with two timed trials;
• The final day is dominated by a demanding 73-kilometer WLP-OMO selective sector, one of the toughest in the entire championship, which determines the decisive points.

The summer heat and the stony, treacherous nature of the Apennine trails test even the most experienced riders, making the Rally d'Abruzzo one of the most severe challenges of the season.

A boost for the territory

Beyond the sporting aspect, the Rally d'Abruzzo represents an important tourism and economic driver for Gioia dei Marsi and the entire Marsica area. The three-day event fills local accommodations, restaurants, and businesses while promoting the mountain and natural landscapes of inland Abruzzo. The event enjoys the support of local and regional institutions, which recognize its value as a showcase for the territory.