NEWS

06 Mar 2024

Fanatec GT Europe completes su...

The Fanatec GT World Challenge Europe Powered by AWS season has officially launched following the successful completion of its 2024 Prologue at Circuit Paul Ricard. The French venue welcomed 53 cars representing nine brands for two days of testing in perfect spring sunshine. The cool, dry conditions...

01 Mar 2024

Next track sessions at unusual...

The Circuit Paul Ricard's Management lists here the next track sessions at unusual hours on the main track. Atypical driving schedule (races excepted): 11 October: driving from 7pm to 9:30pm. 5 December: driving 9h-12 and 14h-19h 6-7 December: continuous driving from 9:00 on 12/6 unt...

15 Feb 2024

The 2024 racing calendar is he...

The 2024 programme has been revealed during a press conference at Circuit Paul Ricard on Thursday 15th February, with Stéphane Clair, Jean Alesi and some of circuit's clients who organise major events at Le Castellet. 30 major events, 7 car races, 4 motorcycle competitions, a truck race, 2 go-kart c...

15 Feb 2024

2024 Season Press Conference

The Circuit Paul Ricard's traditional start-of-season event brought together circuit's clients, partners and journalists for a press conference broadcasted live on the circuit's social media. Hosted by Bruce Jouanny, the event looked back on an exceptionally successful previous season, the first wit...

14 Feb 2024

F1 in Schools teams get togeth...

On Wednesday February 14, the three F1 in Schools teams sponsored by Circuit Paul Ricard met at Xtrem Park for a day of activities, advice and discovery. After a theoretical reminder of the educational challenge by Frédérique Trouvé, President of F1 in Schools France, the three teams were able to...

06 Feb 2024

Circuit Paul Ricard welcomes e...

You're familiar with track marshals, but there's also an extrication team at racing events, whose role is to remove the driver from the vehicle as carefully as possible, without aggravating any injuries, particularly to the spine. Whether it's a GT, a Proto, a single-seater or even a racing truck, t...

18 Jan 2024

Tickets are now available for...

The Fanatec GT World Challenge Europe Powered by AWS, the world's most competitive GT series, returns to the Circuit Paul Ricard from April 6 to 7 to kick off the 2024 season with a three-hour Endurance race. This long-standing event, traditionally held in summer, will for the first time mark the st...

12 Jan 2024

A new challenge for the Circui...

After 12 years as CEO of Circuit Paul Ricard, Le Castellet International Airport and Panoramic Club, Stéphane Clair has decided to step down at the end of 2024 to take on a new professional challenge in the USA. "After 12 intense years at the general management of the Circuit Paul Ricard, its resta...

21 Dec 2023

The best of 2024 video!

Watch the best moments of 2023 season of Circuit Paul Ricard, a year full of racing, passion, emotion and a record-breaking attendance*!   *except French F1 Grand Prix 

19 Oct 2023

SAFE SEMINAR at Le Castellet I...

The SAFE competitiveness cluster chose Le Castellet International Airport to host its 4th SAFE Seminar on “Counter-UAV systems and protection of sensitive sites” on 17 and 18 October, in partnership with the French General Secretariat for Defence and National Security, the Sud Region, the Communauté...

29 Jul 2023

Circuit Paul Ricard & female m...

TheCircuit Paul Ricard hosts this weekend the penultimate round of the new femaleF1 Academy ; let’s learn more about women in motorsport at Circuit Paul Ricard. Femaledrivers are regularly seen on the French track in different championshipsraces: Fanatec GT World Challenge Europe, ELMS, Euroformula...

20 Jul 2023

Dix Mille Tours 2023: tickets...

From September 1st to 3rd, Peter Auto will bring at Circuit Paul Ricard with its 9 regular racing categories for the Dix Mille Tours event. A not-to-be missed racing weekend just before back to school ! Created in 2010, the Dix Mille Toursof Le Castellet gathers 400 historic racing cars. These categ...

17 Jul 2023

A second round under the sun f...

After Barcelona for their opening round and then the 24 Hours of Le Mans in June for some of them, the protagonists of the European Le Mans Series (ELMS) took over the track this weekend for the traditional French 4 Hours of Le Castellet, second round in their European tour. No less than 42 cars too...

24 May 2023

The Rooftop Party is back !

The unmissable Fanatec GT World Challenge Europe Rooftop Party is back on Saturday, June 3rd from 7pm! Head to the rooftop terrace of the circuit, admire the 6-hour endurance race and enjoy the sunset with stunning views of the track! Experience the magic of night races in a festive atmosphere on th...

03 May 2023

The Fanatec GT World Challenge...

We will meet you on June 3 and 4 for an incredible weekend, during which you can attend the famous 6-hour endurance race from the long-awaited Rooftop Party! This traditional 24-hour CrowdStrike Spa preparation event will feature 57 GTs representing eight prestigious brands for a 6-hour race that wi...

28 Apr 2023

It's Work Safety and Health Wo...

On this Work Safety and Health World Day, let us recall the various formations that the circuit provides to its teams in order to prevent all types of professional accidents and thus to be able to act effectively: - Fire safety training, which allows rapid evacuation of employees and handling of f...

24 Apr 2023

After a two-year absence, the...

It has been two years since the Circuit Paul Ricard hosted the Evenement Velo. The 2021 edition had already been a great success, but this year gathered no less than 2000 people! With more than 800 participants, and nearly 1,200 accompanying/public participants, the 7th edition of the Evenement Velo...

19 Apr 2023

Sunday Ride Classic : vintage...

The Sunday Ride Classic and the Circuit Paul Ricard, it’s a story that has lasted for 14 years, and even longer, when the concentrations of old bikes took place at the entrance of the circuit. Created and organized by Jean-Pierre Bonato, the « SRC » has become a must-see event on the circuit, attrac...

12 Apr 2023

Circuit Paul Ricard and GTDRIV...

GTDRIVE and Circuit Paul Ricard are celebrating their 10th anniversary this year. A decade of close collaboration, adrenaline, passion for motorsport and strong emotions. In 2013, we began this joint adventure for one purpose of offering a unique experience to motorsport enthusiasts. Over the years,...

31 Mar 2023

End of pre-sales this Sunday f...

Only a few days left to take advantage of the preferential rate for the Historic French Grand Prix, which takes place from Friday 7 to Sunday 9 April! This Sunday, April 2 at midnight, the rates will now be as follows : - Friday 3-day ticket only: 40 € - Saturday 1 day ticket only: 25 € - Sunday 1 d...

27 Mar 2023

First race of the Ultimate Cup...

Forthe first confrontation of the 2023 season of the Ultimate Cup Series, 6categories of vehicles had an appointment on the Circuit Paul Ricard to disputethe first round of the 5th anniversary of the championship. EnduranceGT-Touring Challenge:The Ferrari 488 GT3 Evo of the Visiom team won the ope...

09 Mar 2023

OFFICIAL TEST FANATEC GT WORLD...

On Tuesday 7 and Wednesday 8 March, 49 cars representing eight manufacturers met at the Circuit Paul Ricard for the kick-off of the official Fanatec GT World Challenge Europe Powered by AWS season tests. For the first tests of the season, during the 7 hours of driving, it is the Comtoyou Racing team...

09 Mar 2023

OFFICIAL TEST FANATEC GT WORLD...

On Tuesday 7 and Wednesday 8 March, 49 cars representing eight manufacturers met at the Circuit Paul Ricard for the kick-off of the official Fanatec GT World Challenge Europe Powered by AWS season tests. For the first tests of the season, during the 7 hours of driving, it is the Comtoyou Racing team...

03 Mar 2023

9th Environmental Advisory Com...

The 9th edition of the Environmental Consultative Committee (CCE) of thePaul Ricard Circuit gathered yesterday evening the circuit's management,departmental authorities, representatives of local elected officials and localresidents for an exchange on the subject of public tranquility. Led by Stéphan...

23 Feb 2023

The F1 Academy at the Circuit...

The Circuit Paul Ricard is pleased to announce the presence of the new "F1 Academy" championship on its 2023 calendar on July 29 and 30. The F1 Academy calendar has been designed to give the 15 drivers the opportunity to compete on a variety of challenging circuits that will help develop the drivers...

13 Feb 2023

The Sunday Ride Classic ticket...

The famous circuit of Var will welcome once again all the world of motorcycle for a weekend. On the program of May 6 and 7, more than 1000 motorcycles: 500 motorcycles of collection in demonstration, and 500 in race: Superbike Pro Twin Superbike Pro Classic pre 2000 Trophy Ducati pre 89 Klass GP w...

13 Feb 2023

The Sunday Ride Classic ticket...

The famous circuit of Var will welcome once again all the world of motorcycle for a weekend. On the program of May 6 and 7, more than 1000 motorcycles: 500 motorcycles of collection in demonstration, and 500 in race: Superbike Pro Twin Superbike Pro Classic pre 2000 Trophy Ducati pre 89 Klass GP wi...

01 Feb 2023

Jean Alesi appointed President...

Jean Alesi appointed President of the Circuit Paul Ricard As the 2023 season of the Circuit Paul Ricard is about to begin, the French driver Jean Alesi has just been appointed President of the Circuit Paul Ricard. "I am very honored by this nomination. The Circuit Paul Ricard marked the beginning of...

23 Dec 2022

The best of our 2022 in video...

2022 is coming to an end, thank you for this extraordinary racing year. All of you made it unforgettable. See you next year !

28 Aug 2022

Classic car enthusiasts meet f...

The organizing teams of Peter Auto and the Circuit PaulRicard were delighted to meet again for the 12th edition of the Dix Mille Toursdu Castellet. This weekend, classic car lovers gathered at the CircuitPaul Ricard to admire the most beautiful road and competition models from the1950s to the 2000s...

24 Jul 2022

Max Verstappen wins again at C...

It was an exciting race that took place at the circuit onJuly 24 during the French Formula 1 Grand Prix. Starting on pole position, the Monegasque andFrench-speaking Charles Leclerc went off the track in the double-right of LeBeausset on the 18th lap and abandoned his race towards victory. The 2021...

22 Jul 2022

Formula 1 on the track

Today was the first day of free practice for the Formula 1 French Grand Prix drivers and the drivers of the support categories. In Formula 1, the Ferrari drivers were the fastest: Charles Leclerc set the fastest time in the first free practice session and his teammate, Carlos Sainz, was the fastest...

13 Jul 2022

The Xtrem Park welcomes you on...

The summer holidays have started well, the Xtrem Park welcomes you 7 days a week from 10 am to 6 pm ! As a result, it will be open this Thursday 14 July to allow you to enjoy the activities. Please note that due to the Formula 1 Grand Prix de France, the Xtrem Park will be closed from Monday 18 to T...

06 Jul 2022

Xtrem Park ready for summer !

Looking for thrills this summer ? Discover our activities at Xtrem Park, we are waiting for you ! Take a look at xtrem-park.com Full video : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nsk9KiotuEo

01 Jul 2022

Nearly 400 runners on the Circ...

This June 30 marked the return of the Sunset Run, themeeting of runners who were able to tread on the track of the French Formula 1Grand Prix. Participants could walk, run or rollerblade at their own pace. The DJ Nicolas Susini accompanied the runners in music.Activities and services were provided f...

27 Jun 2022

The essentials of summer are h...

It's summer time, the perfect opportunity to buy the latest lifestyle products from the Circuit Paul Ricard. T-shirt, canteen, sunglasses, cap or the iconic vintage bob, there is something for everyone ! Store link : https://boutique.circuitpaulricard.com/fr/

23 Jun 2022

Tom Pages visits the Xtrem Par...

When a motocross icon meets the automotive... FMX star Tom Pages visited the Circuit Paul Ricard for the Grand Prix de France Historique last weekend. The French driver was racing in the 100 km GT Classic & Protos 90’s race in a 1984 Tiga Sport2000, number #22. The perfect opportunity to test the ac...

22 Jun 2022

When motorsport and Street Art...

...it goes like this. The Unik Street Art Gallery Atelier in Sainte Maxime and the Circuit Paul Ricard have started a collaboration to present outstanding urban art artists and unique works on the circuit. For their first presentation, Atelier Unik has put in exhibition in the Pit Building its « Str...

20 Jun 2022

The revival of the classics at...

While the French Formula 1 Grand Prix will take place on the Circuit Paul Ricard in just over a month, the spectators had a meet this weekend to relive the great era of the automotive Grand Prix and review the single-seaters that have made the success of the last decades. Thanks to the Boss GP categ...

13 Jun 2022

The Sunday Ride Classic brough...

After an absence in 2020, and a closed edition in 2021, the Sunday Ride Classic has recovered from its superb this weekend on the Circuit Paul Ricard with a more than successful 13th edition. With the many races, demonstrations and parades, the plethora of champions of yesteryear and today and the m...

16 Mar 2022

A corner for drivers at the Or...

This is a great novelty : the Oreca store, based atXtrem Park, offers many models of race suits, helmets, visors, boots,fireproof underwear, gloves, HANS systems and carrying bags are available.Perfect for drivers who no longer need to leave the circuit to equipthemselves.

14 Mar 2022

Information vaccine pass

Since March 14th 2022, the "vaccinal pass" is no longer required anymore at the circuit's general entrance. The mask is no longer mandatory in the circuit. For more information, click here.

09 Mar 2022

300 km Open Kart at Karting Ci...

OnSunday April 3, the 300 km Open Kart, the endurance race of the Karting CircuitPaul Ricard, will take place. In teams of two to six, this race is open to driversof all levels. Onthe program, a one-hour timed practice session which allows the drivers tofamiliarize themselves with the track and the...

08 Mar 2022

Valentino Rossi’s new car reve...

After 9 Moto GP World Champion titles, the rider ValentinoRossi takes a new start in GT World Challenge Europe. During the official test days of the Fanatec GT WorldChallenge Powered by AWS on our track on March 7 and 8, the Moto GP WorldChampion, Valentino Rossi, unveiled the livery of his car, an...

03 Mar 2022

Xtrem Park starts its 2022 sea...

Xtrem Park reopens on Saturday 5th March. From Wednesday toSunday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., you will enjoy your favorite activities :freejump, racing simulators, Air Vertical and Kid’sClub ! For its return, Xtrem Park offers you to discover its allnew activity and its F1 in Schools Center of Excellen...

02 Mar 2022

The Grand Prix Camions ticketi...

The Grand Prix Camions of le Castellet is back ! Wewill host, on 23rd and 24th april, the first round of the French Trucks Championship,with 31 trucks on track. The racing cars will also show on track during this weekend :35 Caterham 420 R, 35 Caterham Roadsport, 35 CaterhamAcademy and 30 car of the...

24 Feb 2022

Join our teams !

The Circuit Paul Ricard, the Panoramic Club restaurant and leCastellet International Airport recruit ! There are many jobs to fill. Can’t wait to join our teams ? Click here to find all our job adverts.

23 Feb 2022

Inauguration of the first F1 i...

Based at the Xtrem Park, the F1 in Schools Center of Excellence willwelcome participants registered in the F1 in Schools competition, inpreparation for the national finals. But the Xtrem Park will also offer thisactivity to everyone. A press conference was organized to introduce the F1 in Schools pr...

21 Feb 2022

Discover our seminar offers!

Did you know ? We don't only welcome activity on our tracks! We also offer seminars andother corporate events. Our numerous reception areas and various activities will allow you to introduceyour employees to our classic circuit. What we offer : Areas of 380m², modular on request ; 14 private hospita...

18 Feb 2022

Sunset Bike are back !

With friends, colleagues, family or even alone, discover the Circuit PaulRicard track by bike. The Sunset Bike of the Club des Sports Circuit PaulRicard are open to everyone: whether you are a beginner or want to perfect yourtraining, the sporty atmosphere and conviviality will be there. Organized a...

17 Feb 2022

Launch of the F1 in Schools Fr...

We are happy to introduce you to our F1 in Schools France Centerof Excellence on Wednesday 23 February at 2 :30 p.m. The launch will bebroadcasted in live on our social networks. Facebook : click here Instagram : click here Youtube : click here

16 Feb 2022

A breaking-recording program f...

The 2022 season is offto a flying start! A season eagerly awaited by all, which will be rich inevents. 2022 will be a yearplaced under the sign of the motorcycle. From September 16 to 18, the Bol d'Orwill offer you an exceptional weekend to celebrate the 100th anniversary of theevent. A week later,...

07 Feb 2022

F1 in Schools is coming to Xtr...

The F1 in Schools program is an educative challenge based on careers inscience, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM or STIM). The principleis simple: design and manufacture a maniaturized Formula 1 car. As the Circuit Paul Ricard is the ideal place to discover Formula 1 jobs,the Xtrem Park...

27 Jan 2022

Le Castellet International Air...

After two monthsof renovation, Le Castellet International Airport reopened its doors to air trafficon January 22th. A breath of fresh air for the Var airport inaugurated by PaulRicard in 1962. Ideally locatedon the edge of the Circuit Paul Ricard and a few kilometers from seasideresorts such as Can...

26 Jan 2022

The marshals annual training a...

To prepare the 2022 season, the Circuit Paul Ricardorganizes in January the training for marshals who ensure safety on the track.As every year, this training gathered experienced marshals and new recruits. The training takes place during 12 days, all organizes inthe same way. Each marshal perform at...