Liaison > 67 km - Special > 25 km

YANBU > YANBU

Don’t make the mistake of considering this opening stage a warm-up. The route winds between small hills, following gravel tracks that, while not particularly tricky, demand skilful driving. The likely minimal gaps that will be recorded should not be overlooked in the lead-up to the evening ceremony, where the fastest drivers will choose their starting order for the following day. The format introduced in 2022 opens the door to strategic bets.


The 2026 Route

Dakar Route 2026

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