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Circuit Paul Ricard / Le Castellet

Paul Ricard · Le Castellet · Paul Ricard HTTT · Paul Ricard High Tech Test Track

Le Castellet, France43.251° · 5.792°
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5.84Length (km)
15Turns
1FIA Grade
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About the circuit

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Asphalt
Opened 1970

About the circuit

The Circuit Paul Ricard, often called "Le Castellet", is a racing circuit in the south of France in the Var department, built on a plateau in Provence. Inaugurated on 19 April 1970 by drinks magnate Paul Ricard, it was at the time one of the most modern and safest tracks in the world. The longest configuration measures 5,842 m with 15 corners, including the famous 1.8 km Mistral Straight. The circuit is FIA Grade 1 homologated and today offers up to 247 possible configurations (from 828 m to 5.858 km). It is renowned for its distinctive blue and red run-off zones made of abrasive asphalt (the "Blue Line" concept), which slow errant cars without the need for gravel traps. The track has hosted the F1 French Grand Prix (1971–1990 and 2018–2022) and is widely used for F1 testing and other top-tier series.

Iconic blue and red abrasive-asphalt run-off zones instead of gravel traps; the long Mistral Straight (1.8 km) and up to 247 possible track configurations.

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13 OctAzur 2H — Session 11
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25 AugCircuit Paul Ricard Track & Test Day — Round 06
24 AugAzur 2H — Session 09
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26 MayCircuit Paul Ricard Track & Test Day — Round 04
26 MayAzur 2H — Session 05

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Frequently asked questions

How long is Circuit Paul Ricard / Le Castellet?

Circuit Paul Ricard / Le Castellet is 5.842 km long with 15 turns.

Who organizes track days at Circuit Paul Ricard / Le Castellet?

Curbstone Events, 111 Racing Team run track days at Circuit Paul Ricard / Le Castellet.

When is the next track day at Circuit Paul Ricard / Le Castellet?

The next track day at Circuit Paul Ricard / Le Castellet is on 12 Nov, organized by Curbstone Events.

How much does a track day at Circuit Paul Ricard / Le Castellet cost?

Track days at Circuit Paul Ricard / Le Castellet start from €330,-, depending on the organizer and format.

Where is Circuit Paul Ricard / Le Castellet?

Circuit Paul Ricard / Le Castellet is located near Le Castellet, France.