History 1960s

1967 Tulip Rally (Rally van Nederland)

Overview Route Results Cars Challenges

Overview

Event Name: 1967 Tulip Rally (Tulpenrallye)

Date: April 24–28, 1967

Start/Finish Location: Noordwijk, Netherlands

Total Distance: Over 3,000 kilometers

Participating Teams: Over 160 crews

The 1967 Tulip Rally marked the 19th edition of the Netherlands’ premier international rally event. Known for its rigorous blend of navigational precision and performance stages, the rally once again brought together top European talent. The multi-day route took competitors through the Netherlands, Belgium, France, and Switzerland before returning to the Dutch coast. The event’s growing complexity mirrored the evolving landscape of European rallying in the late 1960s.

Route

Netherlands: The event began with precision regularity sections and initial roadbook checks departing from Noordwijk.
Belgium & France: Fast tarmac stretches and tight village roads tested average speed control and car stability.
Switzerland: Alpine conditions introduced snow, elevation, and hairpins before returning northwest toward the finish.

The 1967 route challenged crews with a variety of conditions and terrain across four countries:

Heavy snow near Montriond caused partial route cancellations, adding an unpredictable element to an already demanding event.

🏆 Results

Overall Winner
Vic Elford & David Stone · Porsche 911 S
2nd Place
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3rd Place
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Elford’s victory in the Porsche 911 S marked the start of a dominant season and showcased the car’s capability across mixed surfaces. Despite weather complications, he maintained pace and navigational accuracy across all legs of the rally.

Navigation & Challenges

  • Tulip Diagrams: Named for this event, these became standard in rally roadbooks, requiring precise interpretation and real-time corrections.
  • Weather & Terrain: Crews battled spring rain, lingering Alpine snow, and long hours behind the wheel with limited rest.
  • Penalties: Time controls remained strict—missed targets or unclear navigation led to immediate deductions.

The 1967 Tulip Rally confirmed its position among Europe’s elite rally events—demanding sharp co-driver work, disciplined pacing, and a car capable of adapting to sudden changes in pace, surface, and conditions.

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