Madring Grandstand Guide: Best seats & viewing tips for the Madrid F1 race

The Madring Circuit will make its F1 debut in 2026, marking the return of single-seater racing’s top tier to the Spanish capital for the first time in over 40 years. As a brand-new venue, the best vantage points are still largely unknown to most F1 fans, so we’ve created this Madring Grandstand Guide to help you choose the perfect spot for the race weekend.

Though the Madring is located within the city of Madrid, it isn’t strictly a street circuit. The track combines city street sections with purpose-built straights, similar to the relatively new circuit in Miami. The Madring stretches 5.4km, features 22 turns, and delivers high-speed racing.It also boasts a banked corner, “La Monumental”, which aims to become F1’s longest corner, as well as a Monaco-style tunnel that highlights the track’s urban, street-like character.

The Madring circuit will possess four tiers of grandstands, with each one ranked into one of four tiers. These are Bronze, Silver, Silver+ and Gold, as illustrated on the map below.

Madring Grandstand Map

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At the Madring, only the Gold grandstands along the main straight (1 & 2), and the Silver Plus stands near La Monumental (11 & 13) will have covered seating. Every ticketed seat will offer views of giant screens and access to expert commentary, ensuring fans can follow all the on-track action. Ticket holders are granted entry solely to their selected grandstand and its corresponding Fan Zone or, in the case of La Monumental, the associated Fan Zones.

Madring Grandstand Guide

Grandstands 1 & 2 – Main Straight

Located in the area of the track known as ‘Recta Principal’, Grandstands 1 & 2 at the Madring are arguably the best spots on the circuit. Covered seats provide a perfect view of the starting grid, pit lane, and podium celebrations, giving racegoers an up-close look at some of the most crucial moments of the event.

Fans seated on the left side of Grandstand 1 and throughout Grandstand 2 will enjoy a prime view of Turn 1, widely expected to be one of the track’s main overtaking spots. These grandstands run parallel to the 600-metre main straight, where F1 cars will reach speeds of over 300 km/h. With just 200 metres from the start line to Turn 1, the opening lap also promises drama, and Grandstands 1 & 2 offer the best vantage point for the race start.

The slow right-hand Turn 2 immediately follows Turn 1, and fans in Grandstand 2 will also get an excellent view of the action there.

Grandstand 3 – Pit Exit

After Turn 3, the drivers enter the street section of the track, with this section known as ‘Alta Velocidad’, which fittingly translates to ‘high speed’. Here, they’ll blast down the longest straight of the circuit along Ribera del Sena Street, and Grandstand 3 offers a prime vantage point to watch the cars roar past and exit the pit lane.

Grandstands 4 & 5 – Turns 4 & 5

Still situated within ‘Alta Velocidad’, Grandstands 4 and 5 sit at the circuit’s fastest stretch, right where the long straight ends and cars approach full speed. From here, you can watch the action unfold through Turns 4 and 5, with Grandstand 5 giving the most expansive view. Turn 5 is one of the most exciting spots for overtakes, as drivers brake sharply from 340 km/h down to just 80 km/h.

Grandstand 6

Grandstand 6 is located in the ‘Chicane’ section of the track and provides panoramic views of Turns 6 and 7 as the cars make their way uphill through the Cárcavas, as well as Turn 8 when they embark on a 5% downhill gradient into Él Bunker.

FACT: The estimated lap time for the Madring Circuit is 1:32.04s
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Grandstands 7 & 8

Though numbered laterally, Grandstand 8 is actually situated before Grandstand 6 on the circuit, while Grandstand 7 sits directly next to Grandstand 6. 7 & 8 overlook one of the most difficult sections of the circuit as the drivers are tasked with displaying their technical skillset. Seats in these grandstands will overlook Turns 9, 10 and 11 where the cars will slow down before they head into the banked corner. Don’t rule out an overtake though, with the circuit still 12 metres wide at the chicane!

Grandstands 9, 10, 11 & 12

Here, the cars enter the section of the track that has been designed to become “an icon of the championship” – Turn 12 and namely ‘La Monumental’. This turn lasts 500 metres at a 24% gradient and the action here will unfold in front of grandstands on both sides, totalling a capacity of 45,000 avid spectators. Only Grandstand 11 at La Monumental has a cover.

Grandstands 13 & 14

After a short exit from La Monumental, the F1 machines must tackle a near-90-degree turn expected to be another key overtaking spot on the track.. The drivers will be keen to get a quick getaway out of this corner before they approach a tunnel in the next section of the track. Grandstand 13 is another one of the few covered stands on the circuit.

Grandstands 15 & 16

Overlooking the ‘Curvas Enlazadas’ section of the track, Grandstands 15 and 16 catch the cars speed through Turns 14, 15 and 16 as they glide through the Valdebebas district of Madrid. After this, they reach Turn 17 where they will have to harshly break as they make their way through a corner akin to the one at Turn 13. Both of these stands will provide a great view of all of the action within this section of the track.

WATCH: A Simulation lap round the Madring circuit.

General Admission at the Madring

The General Admission area at the Madring circuit overlooks a similar section to the views seen from Grandstands 6, 7 & 8. Known as ‘Pelouse’, General Admission is a green space inside the circuit that enables racegoers to roam around and experience the racing spectacle from a variety of angles.

Hospitality Packages

As is the case with every F1 race, there is also the option to experience the race weekend in luxurious fashion through a variety of hospitality packages. See below for brief details about what each offering includes.

Club 91

Club 91 packages see guests treated to Michelin-starred cuisine, signature cocktails and exclusive access to rooftop after-parties. This option is located on the main start/finish straight and is spread across two floors, offering panoramic views of this straight and the cars as they go into Turn 1. Club 91 stands as the circuit’s most luxurious hospitality option.

El Mirador

El Mirador sits at La Monumental (Turn 12), overlooks Turns 10, 11, and 12, and draws inspiration from Mediterranean beach clubs. Featuring Live DJs, lounge areas and main stage performances.

Traction Club

A fan of jazz music? Head to the Traction Club for a unique offering that provides motorsport with live jazz. Guests will enjoy an intimate and social atmosphere in a welcoming space that features live cooking and other exclusive activities. Package includes a reserved grandstand seat.

La Terminal

As a dynamic fan hub, La Terminal offers non-stop entertainment and is perfect for families looking for an immersive and vibrant space. Package holders here can test their skills on the simulators and join other interactive experiences. La Terminal is located at Turns 18 and 19 upon the exit of the tunnel.

Igniton Club

Offering both Spanish and international cuisine, Ignition club is located in a strategic area of the circuit at Turns 13 & 14 and is designed for the most passionate of Formula 1 fans. As well as being situated a prime viewing point, Ignition Club guests will be treated to meet & greets with motorsport experts and legends, live DJs and racing simulators.

La Azotea

A vibrant rooftop located above the iconic banked corner at La Monumental. Here, guests can enjoy sipping cocktails from an open-air terrace that has panoramic views of Madrid. A vibrant atmosphere is in order with both DJs and headline performances.

2026 Madrid F1 tickets

The Madring’s F1 debut is set to take place from 11-13 September 2026. Since this is the circuit’s first outing on the calendar, we expect demand to be extremely high. Sign up for ticket alerts now to be the first to know when tickets go on sale

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