History 1960s

1964 Tulip Rally (Rally van Nederland)

Overview Route Results Cars Challenges

Overview

Event Name: 1964 Tulip Rally (12e Internationale Tulpenrallye)

Date: April 18–24, 1964

Start/Finish Location: Noordwijk, Netherlands

Total Distance: Approximately 3,200 kilometers

Participating Teams: 143 crews

The 1964 Tulip Rally continued its reputation as a demanding early-season test across Western Europe. With a route spanning the Netherlands, Belgium, France, and into the Alps, the event blended tarmac, gravel, and mountain passes into a week-long navigational challenge. The rally demanded endurance, precision navigation using tulip diagrams, and strategic adaptability to rapidly changing spring conditions.

Route

Low Countries: Tight urban navigation and farm roads in the Netherlands and Belgium.
French Stages: Rolling countryside with quicker tarmac links and hilly gradients.
Alpine Sections: Hairpin-filled climbs and descents in the French Alps under variable conditions.

The course challenged crews with a diverse geographical route:

The variety of surfaces and unpredictable weather patterns tested both pace and precision throughout the rally.

🏆 Results

Overall Winner
Bo Ljungfeldt · Ford Falcon Sprint
2nd Place
Rauno Aaltonen · Mini Cooper S
3rd Place
Eugen Böhringer · Mercedes-Benz 300 SE

Ljungfeldt’s aggressive pace in the powerful Ford Falcon Sprint gave him the edge, while Aaltonen and Böhringer showcased consistent performance in their more agile machines.

Navigation & Challenges

Success hinged on navigation accuracy and quick adaptation to unpredictable spring conditions:

  • Tulip Diagrams: Standardized navigation system demanded sharp interpretation by co-drivers.
  • Weather Variation: Rain and fog affected several sections, especially at altitude.
  • Consistency Over Speed: Time penalties for late arrivals and missed controls meant flawless teamwork mattered more than outright speed.
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