History Event 1970s

1970 Rallye Lyon–Charbonnières–Stuttgart–Solitude (France/Germany)

Overview

Event Name: 1970 Rallye Lyon–Charbonnières–Stuttgart–Solitude

Date: March 13–15, 1970

Host Countries: France and West Germany

Surface: Asphalt

Total Distance: ~264 km

Total Starters: 112 crews

Total Finishers: 67 crews

This edition of the rally marked a collaborative effort between French and German organizers, linking Lyon and the legendary Solitude circuit near Stuttgart. The route focused on high-speed tarmac and technical road sections that demanded both finesse and raw pace.

Route

Lyon to Charbonnières-les-Bains: Open French roads with sweeping curves and occasional village sections.
Charbonnières to Stuttgart: A high-speed transit through Alsace and Baden-Württemberg.
Solitude Circuit: A closed-road finale utilizing the former Grand Prix circuit outside Stuttgart.

Crews tackled a challenging loop that crossed borders and combined scenic roads with motorsport heritage.

The international aspect gave the rally a unique flair, combining French timing traditions with German engineering discipline.

🏆 Results

Overall Winner
Jean-Claude Andruet & David Stone · Alpine-Renault A110 1600
2nd Place
Bernard Darniche & Jean Todt · Alpine-Renault A110 1600
3rd Place
Rauno Aaltonen & Henry Liddon · BMW 2002 Ti

Andruet’s precision and Stone’s flawless navigation led to a well-earned win on tight tarmac, edging out teammates and rivals alike.

Car Highlights

  • Alpine-Renault A110 1600: Lightweight, rear-engined coupe that excelled in cornering and acceleration on tarmac.
  • BMW 2002 Ti: High-performance sedan with a strong rally pedigree and excellent road handling.
  • Porsche 911 S: Continued its presence in rallying with strong finishes in tight, winding conditions.

Navigation & Challenges

  • Mixed Regulations: Harmonizing French and German rally formats posed logistical and strategic complexity.
  • High-Speed Corners: Precision driving was essential on fast curves and blind crests.
  • Solitude Finale: The closed-course circuit finale tested braking zones and driving lines like a race track.

The 1970 Rallye Lyon–Charbonnières–Stuttgart–Solitude stood out as a successful Franco-German collaboration, highlighting the growing international scope of rally competition.

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