Action is underway at Columna Medica Baja Poland 2025! For the entire weekend (August 29-31), fans can watch Europe’s best cross-country rally crews and their incredible machines on the challenging stages of West Pomerania. Here’s your guide to the best spots to catch the action at the Polish round of the FIA European Cup for Cross-Country Bajas. Access to all special stages and the service park is free for all spectators.

This year marks the seventeenth edition of Columna Medica Baja Poland, promising another diverse and exciting spectacle. The rally hub is once again the Netto Arena in Szczecin. Nearby, at the military shooting range on Szafera Street, the service park is bustling with activity, offering a fantastic opportunity for fans to see the teams at work and meet the drivers and crews.

WHAT’S HAPPENING ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 29?

The first day of the rally features the thrilling opening stages around Szczecin.

1. The Service Park – Get Up Close to the Action The service park on Szafera Street is the best place to see the rally cars up close, watch mechanics in action, and chat with the competitors. It serves as the nerve center for the teams throughout the weekend.

  • When: Friday and Sunday
  • Where: The military shooting range area on Szafera Street, Szczecin
  • GPS: Link to map

2. The Prologue Stage in Szczecin The spectacular prologue, featuring the impressive Can-Am Jump, began at 4:20 PM. The high-speed action on the opening special stage will continue for over two hours. Motorcyclists and quad riders were the first on the course, followed by the powerful cars from the FIA European Cup and Polish Championship, with the Cross Country Cup crews rounding out the field.

  • When: Friday, August 29, from 4:20 PM
  • Map: Click to download
  • Where to Watch: We recommend the spectator point near the Can-Am Jump for the most spectacular action – GPS: Link to map

3. Don’t Miss the “Zero Car” – A Dakar Legend on the Stages! Before the first competitors attack the stage, keep an eye out for the unique course-opening “zero car”: a historic, 40-year-old, twin-engine DAF 3300 “Bull” from the legendary Dakar Rally. It’s a rare chance to see and hear this incredible piece of motorsport history at speed! [READ MORE]

4. The Ceremonial Start This evening, the official start ceremony for the rally will take place at the Netto Arena. It’s a great opportunity to see all the crews and their vehicles presented to the public before they head into the weekend’s main stages.

  • When: Friday, August 29, from 7:30 PM
  • Where: The plaza in front of Netto Arena (Szafera Street side)
  • GPS: Link to map

WHAT’S HAPPENING ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 30?

On Saturday, the rally moves to the legendary Drawsko Pomorskie military proving grounds for the longest and most decisive stages of the event.

1. Two Passes of the Drawsko Pomorskie Stage The nearly 150-kilometer stage, run twice on the vast terrain of the Drawsko Combat Training Center, is the key challenge of Baja Poland. The results here are often crucial in deciding the final rally classification.

  • When: Saturday, August 30. First Pass starts at 9:00 AM, Second Pass starts at 1:30 PM.
  • Where: Drawsko Pomorskie Military Proving Grounds
  • Map: Click to download
  • Spectator area: Link to map

2. Remote Service on the Proving Grounds Between the two passes of the long stage, crews will have a 45-minute service halt at a remote service zone located within the military area. This is another excellent opportunity to see the teams work under pressure.

  • When: Saturday, August 30, from 11:25 AM
  • Where: Bucierz Tactical Training Area
  • GPS: Link to map

WHAT’S HAPPENING ON SUNDAY, AUGUST 31?

1. Two Passes of the Sławoszewo – Wołczkowo Stage The final day of competition features two runs over a shorter, faster stage.

  • When: Sunday, August 31. First Pass starts at 8:25 AM, Second Pass starts at 12:00 PM.
  • Where: From Sławoszewo to Wołczkowo (Dobra municipality)
  • Map: Click to download

2. Final Podium Ceremony The victorious crews of Columna Medica Baja Poland 2025 will be celebrated at the official finish ceremony and trophy presentation at Netto Arena.

  • When: Sunday, August 31, from 1:30 PM
  • Where: The plaza in front of Netto Arena (Szafera Street side)
  • GPS: Link to map

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