Regulation

Friday 7 – Saturday 8 – Sunday 9 August 2026

Special Regulations V3

Article 1: Organisation

The association HISTORALLY 88200 REMIREMONT France is organising the Montée historique du Ballon d’Alsace, MHIBA for short, on 7-8-9 August 2026. A commemorative demonstration uphill on a closed road.

Secretariat: HISTORICAL ADDRESS, 8 Impasse Maldoyenne, 88200 REMIREMONT France. mail@historally.com +33 (0) 608078713

1.4. Description of the event

This is a gathering of historic cars (prestige cars and others may also be admitted) for commemorative demonstration climbs on the famous Ballon d'Alsace route. This event is in accordance with the RTS concerning Historic Hill Climbs issued by the FFSA on 03-07-2025 and Article R331-35, paragraph 3 of the Sports Code, which defines «Demonstration» as an event the purpose of which is the presentation, in motion, of the speed or handling capabilities of motor land vehicles, without it constituting training or competition.

It takes place on the closed RD 465 road from the LEPUIX crossroads to the summit of the Ballon on the Vosges side, and is reserved for this event on Sunday 9th August 2026 from 6 am. The start is near the RD465/rue de la savoureuse crossroads. The return to the start is via the same RD465, then through rue de la savoureuse, rue de la carrière, rue du moulin, rue de l’église, rue de la Beucinière and RD465 towards GIROMAGNY to the regrouping area at the Espace de la Tuilerie via Rue du Tilleul, Rue des prés Heyd, Faubourg de Belfort, Grande Rue, Rue de la première division Française libre, Rue de Belfort towards Lepuix then the Route du Ballon d’Alsace RD 465 towards the start.

ART. 2: Forward Programme

  • Opening of tenders: 24 December 2025
  • Closing of commitments: 15 July 2026
  • Crew arrivals: 7 August 2026
  • Administrative checks: 7-8 August 2026
  • Technical checks: 7-8 August 2026
  • Mandatory briefing: 9 August 2026
  • Pre-gridding: 9 August 2026
  • Departures: 9 August 2026 first departure 08:15
  • Closing date: 9 August 2026 at 8 PM

Article 3: Registration

Fees are payable in advance. Only applications accompanied by payment will be considered.

  • Before 01/06/2026: full refund
  • Before 15/07/2026: reimbursement in the form of credit for 50 %
  • After 15/07/2026: no refunds except with organiser's agreement

ART. 4: Vehicles Admitted

Vehicles from before and up to 31/12/1982 are accepted. Those of at least 30 years of age are eligible, including un-registered sports cars, prototypes and single-seaters. Maximum number: 180 cars.

ART. 4-5: Technical Checks

  • Adherence to the sticker plan and door numbers
  • Brake fluid level
  • Battery attachment
  • Presence triangle and vests
  • Condition of belts or harnesses
  • Extinguisher presence 2 kg valid
  • Sound level compliant
  • Tyre condition
  • No leaks
  • Waterproof sheeting required in the yard

ARTICLE 5 : Procedure

The first ascent is a discovery climb. The following ones are demonstration climbs. In case of withdrawal, the competitor must notify the organisation immediately.

ART. 6 : Equipment

  • Helmet required
  • Long clothing required
  • Recommended combination
  • Recommended gloves
  • Fire extinguisher required

ART. 7 : Co-drivers

Passengers must be declared, insured, and wear the same equipment. Minimum age: 16 years.

ART. 8 : Assurances

Each crew participates at their own risk. The organiser accepts no responsibility for material or personal damage.

ART. 9: Environment

A waterproof tarpaulin is mandatory under each vehicle. Respect for the premises is imperative.

ART. 10: Exhibitors

Exhibitors must be insured and manage their waste.

ART. 11 : Conduct

Mobile phones prohibited uphill. Road traffic laws must be obeyed. Strict adherence to the instructions of the marshals.

  • VERT: OK
  • Yellow: danger
  • BLEU: overflow
  • ROUGE: immediate stop

ART. 12: Advertising

The door numbers and advertisements are mandatory. Any failure will result in a refusal to depart.

ART. 13: Start Order

The numbers correspond to the order of departures and the return by convoy.

ART. 14: Acceptance

Registration implies full acceptance of the regulations.

Art. 15: Cancellation

In the event of cancellation, items already ordered will be deducted from the refund.

ART. 16: Complaints

The organisation's decisions are sovereign and final.

ART. 17 : March

Mandatory participation in the Belfort parade, exceptions apply.

ART. 18: Documents

The regulations may be amended. The online version is the official one.