See you soon at the fourth edition!

Just three times running

And the Rallye des Princesses has established itself in the limelight on the calendar of regularity races, where it boasts the singular position of the only race with all-feminine or mixed teams, the latter allowed only if Madame is behind the wheel.

Three years to confirm an innovative concept that nonetheless remains true to the spirit and the route of the legendary Paris-Saint Raphaël Féminin rally. Three years to find the perfect balance between course, sport, elegance, and congeniality.




Established on solid and lasting bases, the event can now continue to progress and develop, its popularity confirmed by the participation of teams from the world over, driving the most prestigious vintage cars.

This is the challenge we’re looking forward to meeting, together with you, next June 1st through 6th, 2003.

Four years: the age of reason!

Not a sole competitor of the 2003 Rallye des Princesses, the third of its kind, would deny that the race taxes one’s prowess in sports, and that it is a genuine contest. For all the relaxed and congenial atmosphere, on the road--and even before, when it’s time to study the road book—it’s serious business.


Actually, the first two annual races had already weeded out any competitors who thought this would merely be a grand scenic tour. No one was disappointed though, because the contestants were unanimously pleased to discover that the organizers of the race took them seriously and were by no means proposing a third-rate rally, just because it is primarily for women.

A regularity rally is a full-fledged sporting event that demands of its participants a certain rigor and the precision of a metronome, and it is an understatement to say “Les Princesses” is no exception to this rule. What distinguishes it from other events of the same type is the choice of the course, which is put together with great care and the intent to offer contestants the opportunity to discover or revisit of some of the most magnificent scenic drives and breathtaking sites France has to offer. In this respect, the 2003 race promises a number of new twists in the road, touched upon in the summary description, designed to thrill the old hands and the neophytes alike.

Add to the refinement of the course the choice of stopovers, designated with maximum comfort and beauty in mind as well as an atmosphere suitable both for a restful pause and for a great party. Though not necessarily in that order, this is the best recipe for clearing the mind so that one can face afresh a new day of serious driving and navigating.

The extraordinary number of contestants who registered for this year’s event leads us to believe that we may have to refuse some candidates for the 2003 competition. The best way to avoid such a disappointment is to sign up right away!