The Rainbow Rampage, a two thousand mile motor rally celebrating gay diversity, will cover some 2300 miles across Europe this summer from June 28th through July 4th.

The giant gay road trip is designed to celebrate the cities that stretch along the race's route, starting in Brighton, UK, and then going through Paris, Amsterdam, Hamburg, Berlin, Prague and Vienna, PinkNews reports.

The route has been designed along non-highway roads, enhancing the touristy aspect of the race. By keeping entry requirements to a minimum - any road-legal vehicle may enter the event - organizers hope to attract a wide range of contestants.

The week-long adventure concludes in the Hungarian capital Budapest, arriving just in time for the city's Gay Pride Parade, where all participants are invited to take part.

An American version of the race has also been organised and the week-long event takes place in September.

Starting off in Seattle, contestants then drive to Crater Lake, South Lake Tahoe, Yosemite, Las Vegas, Joshua Tree National Park and in the penultimate city of Los Angeles.

The Rampage concludes in America's gay capital, San Francisco where participants can join in the annual LoveFest.

Last update: 04-02-2008 15:03