1. Organizer :
Royal Automobile Club de Spa asbl Rue Jules Feller 1
B 4800 Ensival
T : +32 87 79 50 00
Web : www.racspa.be
Email : info@racspa.be
Entrants contact : comptetitors@racspa.be
2. Definition :
The Circuit des Ardennes Commemoration is a gathering of classic vehicles, organized by category, dating from the early days up to 1976 – with motorcycles up to 1960. It comprises two days of scenic drives following many of the road sections used in the Circuit des Ardennes events of the 1900s.
The route takes place on roads open to traffic. This is a secret route tour with no average speed requirement; compliance with the Highway Code at all times is mandatory.
Each crew will receive a roadbook for the day, based on a signposted and measured system with route notes.
The roadbook is designed to enable everyone to take part.
Detailed map: This type of map represents each location as accurately as possible, showing the curvature of the roads and the angles between them. Each map includes a dot indicating the starting point and an arrow showing the direction to follow.
3. Periodicity
Now organized by the Royal Automobile Club of Spa, the Circuit des Ardennes Commemoration has become an annual event held at the beginning of August (on the second weekend).
4. Eligible vehicles:
Vehicles eligible to take part in the 2026 Circuit des Ardennes Commemoration are divided into the following categories:
• Early cars: up to 1918
• Cars from 1919 to 1930
• Cars from 1931 to 1941
• Cars from 1942 to 1976
Motorcycles eligible to take part are divided into the following categories:
Early motorcycles: up to 1927
Motorcycles from 1928 to 1960
The organizers will classify vehicles based on the information provided by the participant. They reserve the right to refuse entry to any vehicle deemed not to be in keeping with the spirit of the event..
5. Period costumes :
The organizers recommend that drivers and passengers dress appropriately for the occasion, with period costumes strongly encouraged.
6. Entries :
The entry, which includes a waiver of legal recourse, must be submitted exclusively through the website www.racspa.be using the online form.
The entry fees are as follows:
Cars: regardless of period or category, the entry fee is €250 (including 6% VAT) for a two-person crew.
Motorcycles and sidecars: regardless of period or category, the entry fee is €150 (including 6% VAT) for a single rider (motorcycle) or a two-person crew (sidecar).
The registration fee includes 6% VAT, in accordance with Decision No. ET119.653.
Should the government increase the VAT rate, the registration fee will be adjusted accordingly. Any payment made before such a change takes effect will not be subject to the increase.
Payment method:
By bank transfer to account no. 068-2450155-59 in the name of the Royal Automobile Club de Spa
IBAN: BE84 0682 4501 5559 BIC: GKCCBEBB
Final payment date: 1 August 2026. Payments received after this date will not be considered, and the entry will be cancelled.
Registration deadline: 1 August 2026. There is no limit on the number of entrants.
7. Event programme :
Key dates:
Tuesday, 31 March 2026: Registration opens via the official website, www.racspa.be
Saturday, 1 August 2026: Registration closes; final payment deadline
Friday, 7 August, 9:00 am: Opening of the race office in Bastogne, Town Hall, Rue du Vivier 58
Friday, 7 August, 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm: Administrative checks, kit collection, and opening of the race office in Bastogne, Town Hall, Rue du Vivier 58
Saturday, 8 August, 7:30 am – 9:00 am: Administrative checks, handover of equipment, and opening of the secretariat in Bastogne, Town Hall, 58 Rue du Vivier
Saturday, 8 August, 9:00 am: Departure of vehicles in all categories from Place McAuliffe in Bastogne
Saturday, 8 August, 5:00 pm: Return of vehicles to Bastogne
Saturday, 8 August, 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm: Drinks and canapé reception open to all Drivers’ Club members at Place McAuliffe.
Sunday, 9 August, 9:00 am: Vehicles in all categories set off from Place McAuliffe in Bastogne
Sunday, 9 August, 1:00 pm: Return of vehicles to Bastogne and presentation of the commemorative medal
Sunday, 9 August, from 1:00 pm: Exhibition and parade of all vehicles along Bastogne’s High Street, which will be closed to traffic
Sunday, 9 August, from 3:00 pm: Awards ceremony at Place McAuliffe in Bastogne
Sunday, 9 August, 4:30 pm: Conclusion of the 2026 Circuit des Ardennes Commemoration
The organizers reserve the right to amend the programme for the Circuit des Ardennes Commemoration depending on circumstances and opportunities.
8. Meals and lunch
The policy of the Royal Automobile Club de Spa, organiser of the Circuit des Ardennes Commemoration, as well as the Legend Boucles @ Bastogne and the Balade des Legend Boucles Bastogne, is to allow businesses in Bastogne and the surrounding area to benefit fully from the staging of these events.
The aim of the organising R.A.C. Spa is to integrate the participants of the Circuit des Ardennes Commemoration into the Bastogne setting and to offer a weekend where period costumes can be seen throughout the town.
The range of restaurants and bars in Bastogne and the surrounding area is extensive enough to allow everyone to choose the type of establishment they prefer.
For this second event, a cocktail reception will be offered to participants at the end of the first day at the Drivers’ Club, Place McAuliffe, on Saturday from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm.
9. McAuliffe Square
McAuliffe Square will serve as the hub of the Circuit des Ardennes Commemoration.
It will be set up as a village of exhibitors specializing in classic cars and motorcycles, featuring exhibitions, vintage entertainment, and a stylish Drivers’ Club providing shelter to participants upon their return to the centre of Bastogne.
10. Awards Ceremony
On Sunday afternoon, around 3:00 pm, an awards ceremony will be held at Place McAuliffe in Bastogne. Some vehicles, including cars and motorcycles, will leave their positions at the Expo-Parade and proceed at a reduced speed to Place McAuliffe, before returning to their positions on the High Street.
The list of prizes to be awarded will be finalised in the coming weeks, in close consultation with the jury appointed for the occasion.
11. Stops along the route
Discussions and negotiations are currently underway to finalise the stop-off points for the 2026 Circuit des Ardennes Commemoration on both Saturday and Sunday. These stop-off points will be confirmed in the coming weeks.
They will be selected based on the historical significance and practical advantages of each location. We can already confirm that Habay will be one of the stops, where the welcome will be carefully organised and significantly improved compared to 2025.
12. Official programme/brochure
An official programme, published by the Royal Automobile Club de Spa, organiser of the 2026 Circuit des Ardennes Commemoration, will be available for €10. It will allow anyone who wishes to do so to keep a memento of the event and will highlight certain activities and exhibitions, as well as the key themes.
This official programme will be provided free of charge to every team duly registered for the 2026 Circuit des Ardennes Commemoration.
13. Souvenirs
Each registered team will receive, upon visiting the secretariat, a souvenir pack containing the poster for the 2026 Circuit des Ardennes Commemoration, a number plate for each car or a race number for each motorcycle, roadbooks detailing the route for both days, and access to the event’s official photo gallery immediately following the event.
Further updates will be added to this list as agreements are reached with various partners. Participants will be kept informed in the weeks leading up to the event via the official website or the event’s Facebook page.
14. Informations
Information regarding the 2026 Circuit des Ardennes Commemoration will be published on the event’s official website: www.racspa.be.
All press releases, as well as a wide range of news updates, will be posted online regularly and emailed to registered users.
The Circuit des Ardennes Facebook page also allows participants to stay up to date with the latest news and updates relating to the event.
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