Trofeo Maremma (Maremma Rally)
The historic rally of the Tuscan Maremma, winding through the hilly roads of Castiglione della Pescaia
About Trofeo Maremma
A rally etched in the history of the Maremma
The Trofeo Maremma, also known as the Maremma Rally, is one of the most deeply rooted and popular motorsport events in Tuscany. Established in 1976, it transforms the hilly roads and panoramic coastal stretches of the Grosseto area into a theater of speed, technique, and passion every spring. The race is organized by the MaremmaCorse 2.0 team, led by patron Paolo Santini, and attracts crews from all over Italy, along with numerous enthusiasts who flock to the timed sections.
The 2026 "Golden Anniversary": 50th Edition
The 2026 edition marked a historic milestone: the 50th edition, the so-called "golden anniversary" of the Trofeo Maremma. A major innovation was the selection of Castiglione della Pescaia, in the heart of the Maremma in the province of Grosseto, as the absolute hub of the event. For the first time, the seaside village hosted the entire race headquarters: the Race Direction and press room were set up at the municipal library, the service park in Piazza Ponte Giorgini, and the start and finish ceremonies along Via Cristoforo Colombo, overlooking the harbor canal.
The route: between hills, sea, and tradition
The course winds through special stages that have become legendary in Tuscan rallying. The "Follonica", a night-time spectator stage in the Palagolfo area, kicks off the action with a technical layout featuring hairpins and chicanes. On Sunday, the challenge moves to the Maremma classics: the "Tirli", with its historic bumps near Scarlino; the "Gavorrano", which starts in Caldana and crosses Ravi with rapid descents and the "Castagno" hairpin; and the "Capanne", overlooking Lake dell'Accesa, featuring a fast finish and two decisive switchbacks.
An event for enthusiasts and the local area
Beyond its sporting dimension, the Trofeo Maremma is an opportunity to promote the region. The race combines the charm of Maremma's roads, the beauty of the villages in the Grosseto province, and the vibrancy of a community of fans who have been following the race for half a century. For Castiglione della Pescaia, one of Tuscany's most renowned seaside resorts, the event represents a major draw at the start of the season, animating the town center and inland hamlets with the roar of engines and the atmosphere typical of the great classic rallies.
Trofeo Maremma — edition 2026
The 50th edition of the Trofeo Maremma celebrated the "golden wedding" of the race with record-breaking numbers: 110 registered crews, compared to the 70-80 of previous editions, and 18 Rally2 class cars at the start. The race, the second round of the Coppa Rally di Zona 7 and valid for the Trofeo Rally Toscano, consisted of 10 special stages for a total of 64 timed kilometers.
Castiglione della Pescaia hosted the entire headquarters for the first time, with the municipal library serving as the race direction and press room.
Programme Trofeo Maremma 2026
Thursday, April 9 and Friday, April 10 — Preliminary activities
- Road book distribution and mandatory briefing
- Authorized reconnaissance: 10:00-18:00 on Tirli, Gavorrano, and Capanne; 19:00-20:00 on Follonica
Saturday, April 11
- Technical scrutineering
- Shakedown on the Gavorranese provincial road (11:00-15:00)
- 17:30 — Official start ceremony from Via Cristoforo Colombo, Castiglione della Pescaia
- Evening spectator stage "Follonica" (Palagolfo area): technical track with hairpins and chicanes
Sunday, April 12
- 07:00 — Race restart
- Special stages "Tirli", "Gavorrano" (Caldana-Ravi), and "Capanne" (Lake dell'Accesa), each repeated three times
- 18:00 — Final finish and awards ceremony in Castiglione della Pescaia
Validity: 2nd round of the Coppa Rally di Zona 7 (CRZ) and Trofeo Rally Toscano.
Highlights Trofeo Maremma 2026
Fiftieth-anniversary edition with an absolute record of 110 registered crews. Among the favorites at the start were Antonio Rusce and Lorenzo Sardelli (Skoda) and Alessio Santini (Toyota GR Yaris), with 18 Rally2 cars in the competition. Castiglione della Pescaia served as the race capital for the first time.
Prices Trofeo Maremma 2026
Practical information — Trofeo Maremma
How to get there
Castiglione della Pescaia can be reached by car via the SS322 delle Collacchie; the nearest train stations are Grosseto and Follonica, which are connected by bus. The reference airports are Pisa or Florence.
Where to watch the race
Headquarters, start, and finish are in Castiglione della Pescaia (Via Cristoforo Colombo, Piazza Ponte Giorgini). The special stages take place in the municipalities of Scarlino, Gavorrano, and Follonica.
Traffic
During the race weekend, temporary traffic and parking restrictions are expected. Check road closure times on the official municipal channels and on acisport.it before traveling.
Info
Municipality of Castiglione della Pescaia: +39 0564 927111. Official website: trofeomaremma.it.
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Where does it take place — Trofeo Maremma
Via Cristoforo Colombo (porto canale)
Via Cristoforo Colombo, 58043 Castiglione della Pescaia