Welcome to the next chapter of the RAID story!
Since 1991, the RAID has thrilled automotive enthusiasts with unique rallies – in winter as well as summer. The RAID stands for living automotive history combined with sporting challenges among like-minded individuals.
In 2026, a new chapter begins: the RAID returns to its roots. A beautiful route through the French Jura, Burgundy, Champagne, and Alsace awaits you. Secluded roads, picturesque villages, and first-class castle hotels will make the event unforgettable.
After 35 years, a new era begins in 2026: The experienced and well-coordinated organizing team around Alain Bichsel, Andrea Bommer, Gaby Spycher, Alain Erba and Matthias Killer have taken over the event from the founder HA Bichsel and are continuing the RAID story.
We look forward to writing the next chapter of automotive history together with you!
The organizing committee
For maximum quality: Number of participants limited to 35 vehicles.
program
A superbly organized, varied, and challenging rally awaits you, enjoyed by like-minded enthusiasts. Experience the most beautiful, low-traffic routes through picturesque French countryside. Discover idyllic villages, enthusiastic spectators, and the joy of unrestricted driving. Attractive daily destinations include historic castles and cities. Experienced experts will ensure professional timekeeping.
Friday, August 21, 2026
- 8:30 a.m.: Arrival in beautiful Laufen near Basel. Parking of the vehicles in the historic old town.
- Breakfast, distribution of materials, preparations for the start
- 9:30 a.m.: Driver briefing
- 10:00 AM: Start of first vehicle
- lunch on the go
- 6:30 PM: Château de Chailly near Dijon (approximately 300 km)
A two-stage journey through the Swiss and French Jura mountains to the Dijon area. Aperitif, group dinner, and overnight stay at the beautiful Château de Chailly.
Saturday, August 22, 2026
- 7:30 a.m.: Driver briefing
- 8:00 AM: Start of first vehicle
- lunch on the go
- Around 6:30 pm: Hotel Les Haras in Strasbourg (approximately 400 km)
A two-stage journey through Burgundy, Champagne, and parts of Lorraine. Lonely roads, picture-perfect France! Arrival, aperitif, group dinner, and overnight stay at the historically impressive Hotel Les Haras in Strasbourg.
Sunday, August 23, 2026
- 8:30 a.m.: Driver briefing
- 9:00 AM: Start of first vehicle
- Approx. 2:00 p.m.: Musée National de Automobile (Musée Schlumpf) in Mulhouse (around 200 km)
- Late lunch, awards ceremony, farewell
- 4:00 PM: End of the event
A two-stage journey through the beautiful northern Alsace region and the Vosges Mountains. Picturesque half-timbered houses, imposing castles, and vineyards as far as the eye can see. Arrival at the most impressive and largest museum of historic automobiles in Mulhouse. Late lunch and awards ceremony.
First-class accommodations
To offer you an unforgettable rally experience, we have paid special attention to the hotels.
We'll be spending Friday night at the impressive Château de Chailly near Dijon. Since 1180, the Château de Chailly-sur-Armançon has watched over the Burgundian countryside. It was once a fortress, a Renaissance residence, and a family refuge passed down through generations.
The rally day concludes on Saturday at the exclusive Hotel Les Haras in Strasbourg. Built in the mid-18th century as a national stud farm under Louis XV, the royal stables are now a listed historical monument. A truly unique and historic setting!
Sporting challenges
The RAID wouldn't be the RAID without sporting challenges. Both the roadbook and the timing system mark a new chapter in RAID history. The roadbook is being developed by Jean-Thierry Vacheron from Lausanne. The rally expert is designing this important document according to the internationally recognized FIA guidelines. The timing system is being overseen by long-time timing expert Hanno Maier of Race Result. Transponder-based timing and a new stage design make the RAID a sporty and varied experience with numerous navigation and regularity tests.
Breakdown service
Professional breakdown service is ensured by the experienced rally mechanic Samuel Strübi and his well-coordinated team.
Registered vehicles
Vehicles built before 1976 are eligible to participate. To ensure the quality of the event, the number of participants is limited. 35 vehicles Limited places available. The participant list will be compiled on a first-come, first-served basis.
What awaits you
- Three days of exhilarating rally action through diverse landscapes. Fun guaranteed!
- An experienced organizing team will accompany the entire event.
- Experienced breakdown service to ensure the continuation of the journey if possible.
- Professional digital timekeeping and FIA-compliant roadbooks.
- First-class hotels in Dijon (Château de Chailly) and in Strasbourg (Les Haras).
- Excellent catering. Welcome breakfast in Laufen, lunch en route, aperitif and dinner at the hotels (three-course menus with wine pairing). Late lunch in Mulhouse.
- Arrival and free visit to the renowned Musée National de L'Automobile in Mulhouse.
- All RAID-specific documents (roadbooks, rally signs, etc.) as well as trophies and prizes.
- Photo service to capture personal memories.
- Digital document service, always stay up to date.
Entry fee and registration deadline
CHF 4,700 for 2 people in a double room
CHF 5,500 for 2 people in single rooms
Services as mentioned above.
The registration deadline is April 30, 2026.
The organizing committee reserves the right to make short-notice changes to the program.