46th RALLY OF LEBANON

August 30th – 31 st, September 1st 2024

RALLY GUIDE
Organised by
The Automobile and Touring Club of Lebanon
P.O.Box115-Jounieh/Lebanon Tel.:+961-9-640567/640220/932020
e-mail: [email protected] website: www.atclmotorsports.com

THIS DOCUMENT HAS NO REGULARITY POWER AND IS FOR INFORMATION ONLY

 CONTENTS: Page
1- Welcome Message 3
2- Organisers Contact Details 6
3- Programme and Critical Deadlines 7
4- Entry Details 9
5- Service Parks and Remote Refuelling Zones 10
6- Two-way radio 11
7- Fuel/Tyres 11
8- Import of Vehicles and Spare Parts 12
9- Hotels /accommodation reservation 13
10- Reconnaissance 14
11- Scrutineering, SealingandMarking 15
12- Start Procedure 16
13- Finish Procedure 16
14- Media 16
15- Passes 18
16- Medical and Safety Services 19
17- General Facts and Information 20

APPENDIX I Itinerary
APPENDIX II Maps (Legs/Special Stages)
APPENDIX III Jounieh Map & Service Park Layout
APPENDIX IV Road-Books
APPENDIX V Drawings and Layouts

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 1 – WELCOME MESSAGE:
A warm welcome to the 2024 Rally of Lebanon, the only round of the
Middle East Rally Championship run on tarmac.

In this round of the MERC championship, the competitors will be

challenged on narrow and slippery roads from the Mediterranean Sea
uphill into the Lebanese mountains home of our Cedars, the flagship
of our culture spread all over the world since our Phoenicians
ancestors till our modern time.

While passing among the different villages, the competitors will enjoy the Lebanese hospitality, and if
they have time, grab a bite of the traditional cuisine.

Finishing the Rally is a milestone by itself, wishing only the best to all participants.

Best Regards,
Serge Tchopourian

Organising Committee – Chairman

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 PREVIOUS RALLY WINNERS:

N° YEAR CREWMEMBER / CAR

45th 2023 Roger Feghali – Joseph Matar Volkswagen Polo GTI
44th 2022 Nasser Al-Attiyah - Matthieu Baumel Volkswagen Polo GTI
43rd 2021 Roger Feghali – Joseph Matar Skoda Fabia Rally2 EVO
2020 The rally was cancelled due to Covid 19
42nd 2019 Nasser Al-Attiyah - Matthieu Baumel Volkswagen Polo GTI
41st 2018 Roger Feghali – Joseph Matar A RECORD Skoda Fabia R5
40th 2017 Roger Feghali – Joseph Matar Skoda Fabia R5
39th 2016 Tamer Ghandour – Selim Jleilaty Mitsubishi Lancer EVO X R4
38th 2015 Roger Feghali – Joseph Matar Ford Fiesta R5
37th 2014 Nicolas Amiouni – Chadi Beyrouthy Mitsubishi Lancer EVO X
36th 2013 Roger Feghali – Joseph Matar Ford Fiesta S2000
35th 2012 Roger Feghali – Joseph Matar Ford Fiesta S2000
34th 2011 Roger Feghali – Joseph Matar Mitsubishi Lancer EVO X R4
33rd 2010 Roger Feghali – Nabil Njeim Skoda Fabia S 2000
32nd 2009 Roger Feghali – Nabil Njeim Mitsubishi Lancer EVO 9
31st 2008 Roger Feghali – Giovanni Bernacchini Subaru Impreza – N14
30th 2007 Roger Feghali – Nabil Njeim Mitsubishi Lancer EVO 9
29th 2006 Roger Feghali – Nabil Njeim Mitsubishi Lancer EVO 9
2005 The rally was cancelled due to security circumstances in Lebanon.
28th 2004 Roger Feghali – Nabil Njeim Mitsubishi Lancer EVO 8
27th 2003 Roger Feghali – Ziad Chehab Subaru Impreza - WRC
26th 2002 Jean-Pierre Nasrallah – Yusif Bassil Subaru Impreza - WRC
25th 2001 Piero Liatti – Carlo Cassina Subaru Impreza - WRC
24th 2000 Roger Feghali – Ziad Chehab Lancia Delta HF Intégrale
23rd 1999 Mohammed Ben Sulayem – Ronan Morgan Ford Escort – WRC
22nd 1998 Mohammed Ben Sulayem – Ronan Morgan Ford Escort – WRC
21st 1997 Jean-Pierre Nasrallah – Joseph Matar Lancia Delta HF Intégrale
20th 1996 Abdallah Bakhashab - Bobby Willis Toyota Celica GT4

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 19th 1995 Jean-Pierre Nasrallah - Pierre Asmar Lancia Delta HF Intégrale
18th 1994 Alex Fiorio - Vittorio Brambilla Lancia Delta HF Intégrale
17th 1993 Alain Oreille - Jean-Marc Andrié Renault Clio Williams
16th 1992 Bagherra - Naji Stephan Ford Sierra Cosworth
15th 1991 Mohammad Ben Sulayem - Ronan Morgan Toyota Celica GT4
14th 1988 Samir Ghanem - Joseph Ghoubril Nissan 240 RS
13th 1987 Mohammad Ben Sulayem - John Spiller Opel Manta 400
12th 1986 Nabil Karam - Joe Saghbini Porsche 911
11th 1985 Naji Hneine - Georges Assaf Renault 5 Turbo
10th 1984 Michel Araman - Samir Habet Renault 5 Turbo
9th 1982 The rally was cancelled due to the Israeli invasion to Lebanon.
8th 1981 Sahag Kassardjian - Tony Karam BMW 2002
7th 1980 Albert Bassoul - Gérard Saunal Renault 17 - Gordini
6th 1979 Georges Doumit - Samir Chikhani Audi 80 GT
5th 1975 The rally was cancelled due to security circumstances in Lebanon.
4th 1974 Toni Georgiou - Jean-Loup Edde Renault 16
3rd 1973 Georges Matta - Georges Moughanni VW 1303 S
2nd 1970 Gérard Asfar - Amin Hamoud Renault 17 - Gordini
1st 1968 Jean Bassili - Antoine Slim Renault 10

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 EVENT OVERVIEW:
The 46thRally of Lebanon will be run over 3 days covering a total distance of 636.10kms consisting of 11
Special Stages covering a distance of 199.82kms divided into 2 legs of 6 sections.
The Rally will commence with a Super Special Stage on Friday, August 30th, 2024 at 17.00hrs that will take
place within the exquisite Automobile and Touring Club of Lebanon premises. The Service Park as well as the
Parc Fermé are located at Fouad Chehab Stadium, Jounieh. Refueling will take place in the Service Park and in
one Remote Refuel Zone in Aoura.
Leg1 / section2, Saturday, August 31st, 2024, will comprise of 6 Special Stages; “Blat”, “Ain Aaya” and
“Sourat”.(run twice)
Leg 2, being run on Sunday, September 1st, 2024, includes of 4 Special Stages; “Zandouka Baabdat ”,
“Zandouka Bzebdine”, “Zabbougha ” and “ Zabbougha Power Stage”
The 46thRally of Lebanon will conclude on Sunday, September 1st, 2024, at 16:30hrs, on the Finish Podium at
the Main Venue of the prestigious premises of the Automobile and Touring Club of Lebanon.

2 – CONTACT DETAILS:
2.1- Rally secretariat – contact details
Address: The Automobile and Touring Club of Lebanon
Kaslik; Jounieh
National Sporting Committee / Rally of Lebanon Office
P. O. Box: 115 - Jounieh / Lebanon Telephone: +961-9-640220 /640567 / 932020
e-mail: [email protected]
Official website: www.atclmotorsports.com

2.2- Rally headquarters – contact details

Address: The Automobile and Touring Club of Lebanon
Kaslik; Jounieh TheCLUBHOUSE
P. O. Box: 115 - Jounieh / Lebanon Telephone: +961-9-640220 / 640567 / 932020
e-mail: [email protected]
Official website: www.atclmotorsports.com

2.3- Key officials – contact details:

Title Name E-mail Address

Organising Committee – Chairman Serge Tchopourian [email protected]
Clerk of the Course Ziad Jamous [email protected]
Deputy Clerk of the Course Youssef Kosseifi [email protected]
Chief Safety Officer Nicolas Hindi [email protected]
Chief Scrutineer Serge Tchopourian [email protected]
Chief Medical Officer Dr. Guy Hokayem [email protected]
Media Relations Officer Jalal Beaino [email protected]
Competitors' Relations Officers Michel Schucry [email protected]
Georges Sakr
Secretary of the Rally Rania Youssef [email protected]

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 3 - PROGRAMME AND CRITICAL DEADLINES:
Schedule before the rally week (In Chronological Order)

Friday, July 5th , 2024

Publication of the Supplementary Regulations
Entries open DNB & Website
Publication of Fuel Purchase Form and all other
Forms
Tuesday, August 6th, 2024
17:00hrs Publication of the Rally Guide DNB & Website
Tuesday, August 13th, 2024
18:00hrs Closing date for entries
18:00hrs Submitting of Fuel Purchase Form [email protected]
Wednesday, August 14th, 2024
17:00hrs Publication of the Entry List DNB & Website
th
Friday, August 16 , 2024
17:00hrs Closing date to submit: extra material, on-Board [email protected]
camera application form, and all other forms

Schedule during the rally week (In Chronological Order)

Monday, August 26th, 2024

10:00hrs Opening of the Service Park Fouad Chehab
Stadium; Jounieh
Tuesday, August 27th, 2024
Reconnaissance registration
Rally Office
Collection of materials and documents
12.00hrs - 17:.00hrs ATCL; Jounieh
Collection of reconnaissance time cards and GPS
trackers
Wednesday, August 28th, 2024
8:00hrs - 15:00hrs Reconnaissance Leg 1
10:00hrs - 15:30hrs Rally HQ opening hours Club House
ATCL; Jounieh
15:00hrs - 18:00hrs Media centre and media accreditation opening Salle Polyvalente
hours ATCL; Jounieh
Thursday, August 29th, 2024
8:00hrs- 14:00hrs Reconnaissance Leg 2
8:00hrs – 20:00hrs Rally HQ opening hours Club House
ATCL; Jounieh
15:00hrs – 18:00hrs Media centre and media accreditation opening Salle Polyvalente
hours ATCL; Jounieh

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 From 16:30hrs Return of reconnaissance time cards Auto Services Office
Administrative checks ATCL; Jounieh
From 16:40hrs Scrutineering, components sealing & marking Tennis Court Venue
A.T.C.L; Jounieh
Friday, August 30th, 2024
8:00hrs – 20:30hrs Rally HQ opening hours Club House
ATCL; Jounieh
13:00hrs – 20:30hrs Media centre opening hours Salle Polyvalente
ATCL; Jounieh
12:00hrs Publication of the Amended Entry List DNB & Website
Publication of the start list for Leg 1 / Section 1
Publication of the start list for Leg 1 / Section 2
13:00hrs-14:00hrs Reconnaissance of SSS 1 (on foot) ATCL; Jounieh
Main Venue
15:30hrs -16:15hrs Cars enter pre-start holding area ATCL; Jounieh
Main Venue
17:00hrs Rally Start (TC 0/TC 1) ATCL; Jounieh
Main Venue
17:03hrs SS1 (SSS) Super Special Stage ATCL; Jounieh
Main Venue
Saturday, August 31st, 2024
7:30hrs – 20:00hrs Rally HQ opening hours Club House
ATCL; Jounieh
8:00hrs Start of leg 1 / section 2 Fouad Chehab
Stadium; Jounieh
8:00hrs – 22:00hrs Media centre opening hours Salle Polyvalente
ATCL; Jounieh
17:45hrs End of Leg 1 (estimated time for 1st car) Fouad Chehab
Stadium; Jounieh
19:00hrs All cars must be returned to Parc Fermé from the Fouad Chehab
45’ flexi service Stadium; Jounieh
19:30hrs Publication of the start list for leg 2 Sportity & Website
st,
Sunday, September 1 2024
7:30hrs – 20:30hrs Rally HQ opening hours Club House
ATCL; Jounieh
8:00hrs Start of leg 2 Fouad Chehab
Stadium; Jounieh
8:00hrs – 20:30hrs Media centre opening hours Salle Polyvalente
ATCL; Jounieh
16:30hrs Finish of the rally ( estimated time for 1st car) Tennis Courts Venue
A.T.C.L; Jounieh
17:30hrs Finish Ceremony and Prize Giving A.T.C.L; Jounieh
Main Venue
18:30hrs Post-Event press Conference Media Centre
Compulsory for the summoned crews
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 18:30hrs Final Scrutineering Tennis Court Venue
A.T.C.L; Jounieh
19:30hrs Publication of the Provisional Classification DNB &Website

4 - Entry Details:
4.1Titles for which the rally counts:
• FIA titles:
The 2024 FIA Middle-East Rally Championship for Drivers and Co-Drivers.
The 2024 FIA MERC 2 for Drivers and Co-Drivers.
The 2024 FIA MERC 3 for Drivers and Co-Drivers.
The 2024 FIA MERC 4 for Drivers and Co-Drivers.
The 2024 FIA Junior MERC Championship for Drivers.
• National titles:
In accordance with the 2024 National Sporting Code, Appendix A, Chapter II-Rally

4.2 Entry Procedure

Any FIA competition licence holder wishing to take part in the 46th Rally of Lebanon (MERC) , must send
the due entry fees and the completed entry form to the rally secretariat by Tuesday, August 13th, 2024 at
18:00 hrs
The entry form is available on sportity and www.rallyoflebanon.com.lb
In compliance with Art 22.1 of the 2024 FIA RRSR , an electronic entry application (Internet) may be
accepted and confirmed by way of personal signature by the entrant by the latest at administrative
checks.
In compliance with the 2024 FIA International Sporting Code Art. 3.9.4, foreign competitors/drivers
must be authorized by their own ASN. This approval is to be submitted with the entry form.
An Entry Application will be accepted only if accompanied by the total entry fees or by a receipt issued
by the Competitor’s ASN under risk of start refusal.
Simultaneously uploaded with the entry form are the following :
• Proof of payment (a scanned copy of bank documents or receipt issued by the Competitor’s
ASN or receipt issued by the organisers against cash payment)
• Photocopies of the competitor, driver and co-driver competition licenses
• Photocopies of the driver and co-driver driving licenses
• Photocopies of the driver and co-driver passports or identification document.
• Photocopy of the first page of the car homologation form for the entered car
• Car registration papers
• Car insurance cover certificate.

4.3 Entry fees and payment details:

The entry fees are as follows:
• With the optional advertising proposed by the Organisers
For Private Competitor 1,250. - U.S. $
For Legal Competitor 2,500. - U.S. $

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 • Without the optional advertising proposed by the Organisers
For Private Competitor 2,500. - U.S. $
For Legal Competitor 5,000. - U.S. $

Payment details:
Entry Fees can be remitted to the Organiser’s Bank Account or in cash at the rally office in ATCL –Kaslik
Bank: BLOM Bank (Banque du Liban et d’Outre-Mer)
Address: Kaslik Branch
Account N°: 353 0673621 1 5 and to the order of The Automobile and Touring Club of Lebanon
IBAN: LB88 0014 0000 2302 3530 6736 2115
SWIFT CODE: BLOMBBX

Due to the current difficulties with the Lebanese banking transactions, the payment for the entry fees is
accepted in cash at the rally office in ATCL – Kaslik up to Tuesday, August 13th, 2024 at 18:00hrs

5 – SERVICE PARKS AND REMOTE REFUELLING ZONES:

5.1-Locations
Only one Service Park will be used throughout the 46thRally of Lebanon. It is located at Fouad Chehab
Stadium; Jounieh
• The GPS reference for the Service Park is:
N 33º 59’ 247
E 035º 38’ 319

5.2 - Regulations and restrictions

The service regulations will be run in compliance with Articles 56, 57, 58 and 59 of the 2024 FIA Regional Rally
Championships Sporting Regulations.
It is compulsory for service vehicles gaining access to the Service parks to display the appropriate plate that
shall be affixed on the inside of the windscreen in the top right-hand corner.
It is forbidden under any circumstances to drill holes in the tarmac or the ground at the Service Park. Teams
and competitors are asked to bring weights for tents and others that need to be fastened.
Ground sheets must be used by the service teams, which does not let any liquid leak through, underneath the
competing cars at all times due to environment purposes.
Service teams are requested to cooperate with the Organisers in such a way that spectators are able to enjoy
the spectacular operations of servicing from their designated areas.
A refuel zone as well as a tyre marking zone will be situated after the Service Park exit time control.
The refueling zones as well as the remote refueling zones will be run in accordance with Article 61 of the 2024
FIA Regional Rally Sporting Regulations

Within the refueling zones and the remote refueling zones:

• In the refueling zones, only actions directly involved in the refueling of the competing vehicle are
permitted.
• In all refueling zones, a 5 kph speed limit will apply.
• The relevant personnel must be wearing clothing which will provide adequate protection against fire.
• The responsibility for refueling is incumbent on the competitor alone.

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 • Engines must be switched off throughout the refueling operation.
• It is required that the crew remain outside the car during refueling.
• Solely for the purpose of assisting with the refueling procedure of their car, two team members of
each crew may access this zone.
• A car may be pushed out of the zone by the crew, officials and/or the two team members without
incurring a penalty.
5.3 - Access times for service vehicles.
Before the rally:
Unless special arrangements have been made with the organisers, competitors can access the service on
Monday, August 26th, 2024, starting 10.00hrs.
All service vehicles must be removed from the Service Zone at the latest on Monday, September 2nd, 2024, at
00.00hrs.

6- Two-way radio
Radios are licensed and permitted on frequencies designated by government, regulations.
46th Rally of Lebanon does not supply radios to competing teams.

7– FUEL / TYRES:
7.1 - Fuel
7.1.1 - Fuel supply
In accordance with Article 62.4 of the 2024 FIA RRSR V3- Middle East Rally Championship, , the Organiser have
made provisions for fuel distribution throughout the 46th Rally of Lebanon. This fuel meets the technical
requirements of FIA Appendix J, Article 252.9.

7.1.2 - Three types of petrol are available:

• ETS Extraboost Racing Fuel (53 litres drum)
• ETS TBX7 Racing Fuel (53 litres drum)
• CORAL 95 octane.
The Fuel Purchase Form will be published on the rally website and Sportity on Wednesday, June 5th, 2024.
The Organiser will supply the fuel needed for the adjustments, against request and upon payment.

7.1.3 - Closing date for ordering fuel

It is MANDATORY for all competitors to order fuel from “Mekaconsul sarl”
Each competitor must fill in and submit the Fuel Purchase Form requesting the quantity of fuel needed for
the rally and send it, no later than Tuesday, August 13th, 2024, to:
“Mekaconsul sarl” e-mail: [email protected]
WhatsApp: +961 3 209094
Payment details:
Payment should be made in CASH USD only, prior to the commencement of the administrative checks.
Moreover, a copy of the fuel purchase invoice should be presented along with other documents at the
administrative checks.
In case of not consuming all the fuel ordered quantity, the purchaser will be refunded with the corresponding
amount of the remaining fuel in sealed canisters ONLY.
The return of the sealed canisters should be done within 15 days after the end of the rally.

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 7.1.4-Refueling Area
• In accordance with Art. 61 of the 2024 FIA Regional Rally Sporting Regulations, competitors may only
refuel in the refueling zones designated by the Organisers in the Road Book. Any other activity inside
the refueling zone are strictly prohibited.

7.2 – Tyres
7.2.1 – Tyres specified for use during the rally:
All tyres must comply with Article 13 and V3 of the 2024 FIA Regional Rally Sporting Regulations (tyres
and wheels)
7.2.2- Tyre quantities
In addition to complying with the 2023 FIA Regional Rally Sporting Regulations, the following
quantities of tyres are confirmed for use during the 45th Rally of Lebanon
Type of car Max no. of tyres
RC2 / RGT cars 16
RC3 / RC4 / RC5 12
For Competitors registered in National Cars : 16 tyres
7.2.3 Tyres for use on reconnaissance
Complying with article 35.2.a of the 2024 FIA RRSR, only road-homologated series production tyres for
asphalt are authorized for reconnaissance

8– IMPORT OF VEHICLES AND SPARE PARTS:

8.1 - Competitors from Arab Countries
Anyone wishing to enter Lebanon with his car must hold a Tryptic from his country. If the Tryptic has
expired while in Lebanon, he can renew it at the Automobile and Touring Club of Lebanon.
8.2 - Competitors from Other Countries
Anyone wishing to enter Lebanon with his car should hold a Tryptic or CPD which allows him to do so: In
order to enter Lebanon’s borders, you must possess an official letter from your country allowing you to
enter the Lebanese territories and which will be stamped at the Lebanese Borders, port or airport giving
you afterwards a red slip.
In all cases the vehicles’ original registration documents must be available.

8.3 -Custom Clearance Companies:

CMA, CGM Riad El-Solh Sq.; Beirut +961 1 989777
Med Logistics Hankash Street; Beirut +961 1 255823
Gezairi Transport Port street; Beirut +961 1 580808
BIM Sin El-Fil +961 1 497700
Walid Medawar Saifi; Beirut +961 3 320033

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 9– HOTELS / ACCOMMODATION RESERVATION
You may request accommodation assistance from the ATCL by contacting the Rally Office:
Ms. Rania Youssef
The Automobile and Touring Club of Lebanon Jounieh; Lebanon
Phone: +961 9 640 567
Phone: +961 9 640 579
e-mail: [email protected] (Attn.: Ms.Rania Youssef)
List of hotels in Jounieh, are mentioned herein after.
Hotels in Rally area:
Reston Hotel
Sea road, Maameltein, Jounieh, Lebanon
Phone: +961-9-938444
e-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.hotelreston.com
Regency Palace Hotel
Adma - Lebanon
Phone: +961-9-854 000
+961-9-854 854
+961-3-434 329
e-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.regencypalace.com

Portemilio Hotel and Resort

Kaslik, seaside road, Jounieh, Lebanon
Phone: +961-9- 933300
e-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.portemilio.com

Le Royal Hotel Dbayeh – Lebanon

Dbayeh, Beirut, Lebanon
Phone: +961-4-555 555
e-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.leroyalbeirut.com
Madisson Hotel
Haret Sakher, facing Fouad Chehab Stadium. Jounieh, Lebanon
Phone: +961-9-931722/3/4
e-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.madissonhotel.com

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 10 – RECONNAISSANCE:
It is emphasized that reconnaissance is not a practice run. The competitors must drive in a manner
that does not endanger or cause inconvenience to traffic or people living within and near the stages.
During reconnaissance, the traffic laws of Lebanon must be strictly complied with as well as the safety
and rights of other road users should be respected.
10.1 -Registration:
The Reconnaissance Registration will take place at the Rally Office on Tuesday, August 27th, between
16:00hrs - 18:00hrs.
By signing the Reconnaissance Form, the competitor and the crew hereby agree on the Declaration of
indemnity annexed to it.
The Reconnaissance cars must be covered by insurance as required by the traffic laws of Lebanon, no
responsibility being imputable to the organisers.
10.2 - Reconnaissance GPS Trackers:
A monitoring system of the speed and reconnaissance car position during reconnaissance, by means of
GPS-GSM tracking apparatus, will be used. The fitting of these tracking units will take place on
Tuesday, August 27th, 2024, during the collection of reconnaissance time cards.
10.3 - Reconnaissance regulations and instructions:
• The identification numbers, given at the registration, shall be affixed to the reconnaissance car on the
windscreen (top centre) and on the right and left rear side window. They must be kept visible for the
whole duration of the reconnaissance period.
• Crews are required to show their reconnaissance time card at the start and finish of all special stages.
• Crews will only be permitted to enter and leave special stages through the start and finish controls
shown in the Road Book, and may not, under any circumstances, drive in a direction opposite to that
of the rally.
• Crews are authorised to drive a maximum of two (2) times through each special stage during the
reconnaissance period. When a special stage is used more than once in the same configuration only a
total of 2 passes will be permitted.
• Maximum speed limit of 80 km/h during reconnaissance is imposed on all special stages unless
another speed limit is indicated by traffic signs. Any infringement will be penalised in accordance with
Art 34.2.2 of the 2024 RRSR
• Other traffic infringements during reconnaissance will incur a penalty applied by the Steward
according to Art 34.3.4 of the 2024 RRSR.
• All cars must always have their headlights on whilst travelling on the special stages.
• Participation in reconnaissance is not compulsory as per Article 35.4.1 of the 2024 FIA RRSR.
10.4 - Schedule:
Reconnaissance is limited to 2 days prior to administrative checks and scrutineering, in accordance with
the following schedule:
Leg 1 Wednesday, August 28th, 2024, between 08:00hrs and 15:00hrs
Leg 2 Thursday, August 29th, 2024, between 08:00hrs and 14:00hrs

Regarding the Super Special Stage (SS1), that will be run at the Automobile and Touring Club of Lebanon-
Kaslik, Jounieh, reconnaissance is allowed on foot without limitation of the number of passages, in
accordance with the following schedule:
Friday, August 30th, 2024, between 13:00hrs and 14:00hrs

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 11 - SCRUTINEERING, SEALING AND MARKING:
11.1 - Location:
Scrutineering, Sealing and Marking will take place on Thursday, August 29th, 2024 at the:
Tennis Courts Venue A.T.C.L.; Jounieh.
Cars may be presented at scrutineering by a representative of the team.
11.2 - Times / schedule:
Starting at 16:40hrs on Thursday, August 29th, 2024. An individual timetable will be issued later, subject
to a bulletin and posted on SPORTITY.
11.3 - Scrutineering provisions:
• Cars must be presented to the scrutineers with the competition numbers, rally plates and all
advertising (compulsory and optional) affixed.
• In compliance with the traffic law of Lebanon, the use of silvered or tinted film is NOT AUTHORISED
on the side as well as the rear windows.
However, and in compliance with Appendix J, Article 253.11.1.1, the use of transparent and colourless
anti-shatter films (maximum thickness: 100 microns) is COMPULSORY on side and sunroof windows.
• In accordance with Article 31.1.4 of the 2024 FIA Regional Rally Sporting Regulations the presentation
of the car’s complete original FIA homologation form at scrutineering is compulsory. Other necessary
certifications must always be available as well.
• In accordance with Article 53.2.2 of the FIA Regional Rally Sporting Regulations, each competing car
shall carry a red “SOS” sign and on the reverse a green “OK” sign measuring at least 42cm x 29.7cm
(A3). The sign must be placed in the car and be readily accessible for both drivers.
Each competing car must carry a red reflective triangle in compliance with Art. 53.2.3 of the 2024 FIA
Regional Rally Sporting Regulations
• All items of clothing including helmets the head restraint (FHR device) intended to be used, e.g. HANS
devices, must be presented for scrutineering in compliance with ISC, Appendix L Chapter III will be
checked.
11.4 - On-board cameras:
In accordance with Article 18.1 of the 2023 FIA Regional Rally Sporting Regulations, and Article 253-2
Appendix J, all competitors, teams and entrants who wish to carry on-board cameras, in-car videos
and/or film cameras must have the prior agreement of the Organisers.
However, it is MANDATORY to provide the Organisers and/or the Clerk of the Course with a
COMPLETE NOT EDITED copy of the recordings upon requisition.

11.5- Installation of Safety Tracking System:

It is MANDATORY for every vehicle, to mount a tracking system that will be provided by the Organiser.
Any tampering with the system during the rally will be reported to the Stewards who may impose
penalties which may go as far as disqualification.
The fitment of the GPS tracking apparatus will be carried out by the organiser (i.e the Automobile and
Touring Club of Lebanon), for a deposit of 300 – U.S. Dollars ($) which will be returned upon its delivery.
The data from, and/or, the GPS live tracking units will be collected at the end of each day of the Rally at
the last TC or upon checking in the Parc Fermé.
In case of withdrawal from the Rally, it is the Competitor’s obligation to deliver the GPS unit to the
Sweeper otherwise, return the apparatus to the rally headquarters.
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 11.6 -Layout of scrutineering area:
Scrutineering layout will be found herein after in Appendix V.
11.7-Final scrutineering, and location:
The final scrutineering will take place at the Tennis Courts Venue within the A.T.C.L premises on Sunday,
September 1st, 2024, at 18:30hrs.
Cars subject to final checks (decision by the stewards upon the recommendation of the FIA Technical
Delegate) must have one representative for the competitor as well as two mechanics with their
appropriate tools, in case of dismantling, present at the final check.

12 – START PROCEDURE:
12.1 - Ceremonial Start:
Ceremonial start is not scheduled for the 46th Rally of Lebanon.
12.2 - Official start:
The start of the rally (TC0/TC1) will take place at the Automobile and Touring Club of Lebanon main
venue, with a Super Special Stage on Friday, August 30th, 2024 at 17:00hrs

13 – FINISH PROCEDURE:
13.1– Location and time:
The rally will conclude at TC 11D “Holding Control ”, situated on the Main Venue of the Automobile and
Touring Club of Lebanon, Kaslik-Jounieh on Sunday, September 1st, 2024 at 16:30hrs. Competitors shall
follow the Officials / Marshals directions to the finish ramp, directly followed by the Final Parc Fermé.
13.2 – Procedure and instructions:
After clearing the finish ramp, the crews shall drive their cars, as instructed by the officials / marshals to
the Final Parc Fermé and/or Final Scrutineering.
Each crew may nominate a representative, duly assigned by writing, to take delivery of the car out of
the Final Parc Fermé. In the event that the car is not driveable this shall be reported to the Clerk of the
Course and/or the Competitors’ Relations Officer who will arrange transport by a recovery vehicle at
the cost of the competitor.

14 – MEDIA:
14.1 - Contact details:
Media Relations Officer: Jalal Beaino
Mobile telephone number: +961-3-728333
e-mail: [email protected]
14.2 - Pre-event Media Centre:
The Automobile and Touring Club of Lebanon Kaslik; Jounieh
National Sporting Committee / Permanent Secretariat 45thRally of Lebanon Office
P.O. Box 115 - Jounieh / Lebanon
Phone: +961-9-640220 / 640567 / 932020
e-mail: [email protected]
web site: www.atclmotorsports.com

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 14.3 -On event Media Centre:
The Automobile and Touring Club of Lebanon Kaslik; Jounieh
Media Centre / Salle Polyvalente
P.O. Box 115 - Jounieh / Lebanon
Phone: +961-9-640220 / 640567 / 932020
e-mail: [email protected]
web site:www.atclmotorsports.com
Opening hours:
Wednesday, August 28th, 2024 15:00 to 18:00hrs
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Thursday, August 29 , 2024 15:00 to 18:00hrs
Friday, August 30th, 2024 13:00 to 20:30hrs
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Saturday, August 31 , 2024 08:00 to 22:00hrs
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Sunday, September 1 , 2024 08:00 to 20:30hrs
Only accredited Media personnel can enter the Media Centre. Representatives are kindly requested to
clearly wear their passes and/or tabards at all times. Should media personnel(s) need an extension of
this schedule to meet their deadlines, please, inform the Press Officer in advance to make the
necessary arrangements.
14.4 - Media Accreditation:
Every party with interest of Media accreditation for the 46th Rally of Lebanon should reach the
Organisers by 17:00hrs on Friday, August 16th, 2024, at the latest. Accreditation takes place online,
through an email sent to [email protected]
The Media office will return the email with an answer of eligibility and level of accreditation. The party
will then send a list of personnel enrolled for accreditation on its behalf.
The Media Accreditation Guidelines are available on the official website of the Rally and on Sportity
Application.
14.5 - Accreditation desk:
All kind of media passes and car plates can be collected at the accreditation desk located at the
entrance of the Media Centre at:
The Automobile and Touring Club of Lebanon Kaslik; Jounieh
Salle Polyvalente
Opening hours:
Wednesday, August 28th, 2024 15:00 to 18:00hrs
Thursday, August 29th, 2024 15:00 to 18:00hrs
14.6 - Competitors’ press conferences:
No pre-event drivers’ press conference is to be held
The post-event drivers’ press conference will be held at 18:30hrs on Sunday, September 1st, 2024, at
the Salle Polyvalente / Automobile and Touring Club of Lebanon – Jounieh. Compulsory for the
summoned crews.

14.7- Media coverage:

14.7.1- Radio coverage - channels and frequencies:
Reports, interviews and news about the about the 46th Rally of Lebanon and its running before,
during and after the event – will be transmitted in live programmes on many radios.
14.7.2- TV coverage – channels and times:
• Live TV coverage, on LBCI, of the Start, Finish, Prize Giving ceremonies in addition to round ups and
flash news about the running of the Special Stages in live mode from the Service Park.

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 •Daily summaries of the running of the event in addition to a transmitted coverage for the remaining
special stages and interviews with drivers, organisers etc…
• A minimum of 90 promotional spots, one-week prior the start of the Rally.
• Highlights about the day events will be broadcasted on the LBCI news, sports section.
Moreover, ART, Dubai, British Sky Sports TV, Al-Jazeera as well as other local TV stations will be covering and
broadcasting news and highlights about the 46th Rally of Lebanon.

15 – PASSES:

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 PRESENTATION OF THE CAR

16 – MEDICAL AND SAFETY SERVICES:

16.1- Emergency telephone numbers:
CIVIL DEFENCE 125
RED CROSS 140
FIRE DEPARTMENT 175
16.2-List of hospitals with emergency department, telephone numbers:
NOTRE DAME University El Chir; Jounieh +961 9 644644
Saint John’s Hospital Jounieh +961 9 640140
Maounet Jbeil +961 9 940400
Batroun Hospital Batroun +961 6 642566
Tannourine Hospital Tannourine +961 6 520450
Al Iman Hospital Aley +961 5 554264
Centre Hopitalier de Bhannes Dahr es-Suwan, Lebanon +961 4 983770
Bellevue Medical Center Mansourieh +961 1 682666
St George Medical Center George Matta Street, Ajaltoun +961 9 234201

16.3- Police telephone numbers etc.:

INTERNATIONAL CALLS 100
POLICE 112 & 999
DIRECTORY / INFO 1515
GENERAL SECURITY 1717
INTERNAL SECURITY 1722
WEATHER 1718
ROADS SITUATION 1744
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 16.4- List of pharmacies:
NEW JOUNIEH Sahel Aalma, Jounieh +961 3830683
ST. GEORGES Zouk Mikael +961 9 210620
ST. VINCENT Haret Sakhr, Jounieh +961 9 937610
PHARMACIE 2000 Zouk Mkayel +961 9 210722
Health and Care Pharmacy Kaslik +961 9 851295
Rahbani Pharmacy Jbeil +961 9 946100

16.5- Towing companies:

ACL Furn El-Chebbak +961 3 454111
S.O.S. AUTO Monot street, Ashrafieh; Beirut +961 1216376
AUTO KHALED Beirut +961 3 644666

17 – GENERAL FACTS AND INFORMATION:

17.1- Country Facts and Statistics:
Area
10,452 sq km (4036 sq miles).

Capital
Beirut.
Geography
Lebanon lies to the east of the Mediterranean, sharing borders to the north and east with the Syrian Arab
Republic, and to the south with the Occupied Palestinian Territory / Israel. It is a mountainous country and
between the two mountain ranges of Jabal Lubnan (Mount Lebanon), Mount Hermon and the Anti-Lebanon
range lies the fertile Bekaa Valley. Approximately half of the country lies at an altitude of over 900m (3000ft).
Into this small country is packed such a variety of scenery that there are few places to equal it in beauty and
choice. The famous cedar trees grow high in the mountains, while the lower slopes bear grapes, apricots,
plums, peaches, figs, olives and barley, often on terraces painstakingly cut out from the mountainsides. On
the coastal plain, citrus fruit, bananas and vegetables are cultivated, with radishes and beans grown in tiny
patches.

17.2- Visa
Requirements:
Passports
Passport valid for six months required by all except nationals of the Syrian Arab Republic arriving from
their country with a valid national ID.
Visas
Visas are required by all except the following:
• Nationals of the Syrian Arab Republic for unlimited stays, provided arriving directly from the
Syrian Arab Republic (check with Embassy for current regulations);
• Nationals of Bahrain, Jordan (who hold a passport with a national serial number), Kuwait, Oman,
Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates for stays of up to three months;
• Transit passengers continuing their journey by the same or first connecting aircraft, provided
holding onward or return documentation and not spending the night at, or leaving, the airport.
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 The following can obtain their visas on arrival at Beirut International Airport or any other port of entry
at the Lebanese border, providing passport holders do not possess an Israeli stamp, and they hold
return or onward tickets:
• Nationals of countries listed in the chart above, except nationals of Czech Republic, who must
obtain a visa prior to arrival;
• Nationals of Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Barbados,
Belarus, Belize, Bhutan, Brazil, Bulgaria, Chile, China (PR), Costa Rica, Croatia, Georgia, Hong
Kong (SAR), Iceland, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Liechtenstein, Macedonia, Macau (SAR), Malaysia,
Mexico, Moldova, Monaco, New Zealand, Norway, Panama, Peru, Russian Federation, Singapore,
St Kitts & Nevis, Samoa, San Marino, Serbia & Montenegro, Singapore, Switzerland, Ukraine,
Uzbekistan and Venezuela. The above list is subject to frequent changes. All visitors requiring a
visa should contact the Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy) before leaving for details
about where to obtain their visa; see Passport/Visa Information.
• A “one month” visa is available at the Beirut International Airport, for nationals of Algeria,
Comoro Islands, Djibouti, Egypt, Libya, Morocco, Mauritania, Somalia, Sudan, Tunisia and Yemen,
on the condition they hold a return ticket, hotel reservation and $2000 in cash or legalised
cheque.
Types of visa and cost
Visitor 3 month: (single-entry); (multiple-entry). Visitor 1 month: free (single entry).
Transit (available at the border): up to 48 hours free; 48 hours to 15 days:
Validity
Visitor visas are generally issued for stays of up to three months. Application to Consulate (or Consular
section at Embassy); see Passport/Visa Information.
Application requirements
• Valid passport.
• Two completed application forms.
• Two passport-size photos.
• Fee payable by cash or postal order only.
• For Visitor visas, a letter of invitation from Lebanese host or confirmation of accommodation
booking from travel agent.
• For Business visas, a letter of invitation from the Lebanese hostcompany and/or the applicant’s
company in country of origin.
• Stamped, self-addressed, registered envelope for postal applications.

Note: Children under 18 years old require written consent from their parents/guardian before their
visa can be processed.
Working days required depends on nationality of applicant, please contact the Embassy (see
Passport/Visa Information) for the specific number of days required for processing applications.
Temporary residence formalities for temporary residence will be arranged in Lebanon. For details of
student and employment visas, enquire at Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy); see
Passport/Visa Information.
Restricted entry
The Government of Lebanon refuses entry to holders of Israeli and Palestinian passports, holders of
passports containing a visa for Israel, valid or expired, used or unused and passports with entry stamps
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 17.3 -Useful Facts:
DRIVING IN LEBANON
Traffic Insurance
All vehicles entering Lebanon must possess a valid traffic insurance policy.
Traffic Rules
Drive on the right side, overtake on the left.
Drivers and all passengers are required to use front and rear seat belts at all times and motorcyclists
to wear helmets.
Drivers must carry their driving license at all times.
Drunk drivers are liable to heavy penalties.
The legal blood alcohol limit for driving is 0.05 %. The police may stop motorists randomly to take a
breath test. If you are asked you should comply.
Speed Limits
Built up areas 30 km/h
Main roads 50 km/h
Motorways 100 km/h
Airport Information
The Beirut airport is, the “BEIRUT, RAFIC HARIRI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT”. The airport is about 8 km
south from the centre of Beirut and about 27 km from the Automobile and Touring Club of Lebanon;
Jounieh.
For all International Airlines as well as for Middle East Airlines (MEA) please dial the Main Terminal,
Tel: 01/628000
Relevant road book will be found herein after in Appendix II.
Currency
Lebanese currency is the LIRA (Lebanese Pound) - divided into 100 cents Banknotes: 1'000 LBP, 5'000
LBP, 10'000 LBP, 20'000 LBP, 50'000 LBP & 100'000 LBP,
Climate
The climate in August and September tends to be mild with a low possibility of light rain .
Temperatures range from 20 - 30 degrees Celsius.
Time Zone
UTC + 3 hours.
Language
Arabic, English as well as French are widely talked.
Power
The electricity current is 220 V (volts), 50 Hz
Banks
Trading hours for most banks are
Monday to Friday from 08:30 to 14:00
Saturday from 08:30 to 12:00.
All banks use ATM machines, open 24 hours a day.
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 Credit Cards
All major credit cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, stores etc.
Taxi Rates (in $)
Fare from/to the Airport - to/from the ATCL; Jounieh 30,00 U.S. $ - 40,00 U.S. $
Telephones
The International code for incoming calls is +961, then add the digit representing the area code or cell
phone then the phone numbere.g. Jounieh area code is 09, from abroad this is +961-9-XXXXXX.
Within Jounieh or from anywhere in Lebanon to Jounieh: 09-XXXXXX (8 digits)
Mobile Phones
Are not available to hire
There are pre-paid SIM cards available for mobile phones (available at kiosks, in various values).

17.4- List of Useful Information & Services

Embassy / Consular Services in Lebanon
You can find the list of embassies and Consular Services on the following link
www.embassypages.com/lebanon

17.5 - Rental Car Companies, Taxis:

17.5.1- Rental Car Companies
ADONIS Zouk Mosbeh +961 9 216729
AVIS Beirut Rafic Hariri Intl Airport +961 1 629890
BUDGET Jal El-Dib +961 4 720721
ANASTASIA Sin EL-Fil Highway +961 1 498363
HALA Beirut Rafic Hariri Intl Airport +961 1 629444
HALA Sami El-Solh street, Beirut +961 1 393904
HERTZ Sami El-Solh street, Beirut +961 1 423244
LENACAR – EUROPCAR Sin El-Fil +961 1 480480
RECORD Mansourieh Highway +961 3 226677
SIXT Monte Libano Center, Jdeidet +961 1 707505

17.5.2- Taxi Companies

ACCAPAREUR TAXI Beirut +961 1 873374
ALLO TAXI Beirut +961 1 366661
DOHA TAXI Doha +961 3 752466
GERYES TAXI Ashrafieh; Beirut +961 1 200555
LEBANON TAXI Hamra street; Beirut +961 1 353153
TOP CAR TAXI Antelias +961 4 713729
TAXI PREMIERE Sami El-Solh street; Beirut +961 1 389222

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ITINERARY

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• Reconnaissance Schedule 6

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ALL COMPETITORS

Wednesday, August 28th, 2024

from 08:00hrs till 15:00hrs

SS 2 / 5 - BLAT
SS 3 / 6 - AIN AAYA
SS 4 / 7 - SOURAT
Thursday, August 29th, 2024 from
08:00hrs till 14:00hrs

SS 8 / 10 - ZANDOUKA
SS 9 / 11 - ZABBOUGHA

SS1 (SSS): Reconnaissance is allowed on foot only

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MAPS

LEGS / SPECIAL STAGES

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• SS1 – ATCL SUPER SPECIAL STAGE 4
• SS2/5 Blat 5
• SS3/6 Ain Aaya 6
• SS4/7 Sourat 7
• Leg 2 Map 8
• SS8 Zandouka- Baabdat 9
• SS9/11 Zabbougha 10
• SS10 Zandouka- Bzebdine 11

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ATCL SSS 2.52 KMS

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 SS2/5 – Blat
Special Stage 2/5
Blat 17.36KMS

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 SS3/6 – Ain Aaya

Special Stage 3/6

Ain Aaya 21.24 KMS

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Special Stage 4/7

Sourat 26.12 KMS

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Special Stage 8
Zandouka-Baabdat 16.85 KMS

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SS9/11 – Zabbougha

Special Stage 9/11

Zabbougha 16.67 KMS

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 SS10 – Zandouka-Bzebdine

Special Stage 10
Zandouka- Bzebdine 17.67 KMS

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JOUNIEH MAP
&
SERVICE PARK LAYOUT

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• Service- Fouad Chehab Stadium 4
• Refueling – Aoura 5

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• H.Q – Airport 7
• H.Q – Service Park 12
• Service Park – H.Q 13
• H.Q – Reston Hotel 14
• Reston Hotel – H.Q 16

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DRAWINGS AND LAYOUTS

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• Automobile and Touring Club of Lebanon General Layout 4
• Administrative Checks and Scrutineering Layout 5
• Rally Headquarters – Club House 6
• Rally Media Centre – Salle Polyvalente 7

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