Save the dates
29th May – 6th June 2026
The Monte Carlo or Bust rally follows a stunning 9‑day route from Holyport to Monte Carlo and back, taking in some of the best driving roads and scenery in France.
This page shows the overall journey. If you’d like to understand why we’ve chosen these roads, including toll-free logic, scenic highlights, and what makes each day special:
Day 1 – 29 May 2026: Holyport to Le Touquet – Distance: 188 miles
Day 2 – 30 May 2026: Le Touquet to Le Mans – Distance: 235 miles
Day 3 – 31 May 2026: Le Mans to Clermont‑Ferrand – Distance: 252 miles
Day 4 – 1 June 2026: Clermont‑Ferrand to Digne – Distance: 267 miles
Day 5 – 2 June 2026: Digne to Monte Carlo, then on to Nice for an overnight stay – Distance: 121 miles
Day 6 – 3 June 2026: Nice to Grenoble – Distance: 200 miles
Day 7 – 4 June 2026: Grenoble to Troyes – Distance: 266 miles
Day 8 – 5 June 2026: Troyes to Calais – Distance: 246 miles. Time to stock up on beer, wine and cigarettes before the ferry ride back to the UK.
Day 9 – 6 June 2026: Calais to Holyport – Distance: 139 miles, finishing at the Holyport Fair for a well‑earned celebration.
Exact timings and meeting points will be confirmed closer to the event, but this gives a clear overview of the journey ahead.
Want more detail on the roads, scenery, and why this route works so well for a charity rally?