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Welcome to the Race Ready for the 24 Hours of Le Mans, taking place at the legendary Circuit de la Sarthe, from 10-14 June 2026.
We’re here to ensure you have all the information available at your fingertips to enable you to get the most out of your live motorsport experience.
🎟️ Tickets to the 2026 race are on sale – book them on our Le Mans 24h event page.
- Le Mans 24h weekend schedule (2025)
- Support races at the Le Mans 24h
- Circuit de la Sarthe Circuit Map
- Where is the best place to sit at the 24 Hours of Le Mans?
- Circuit de la Sarthe Track Stats
- Where to stay at the 24 Hours of Le Mans
- Getting to the Circuit de la Sarthe for the 24 Hours of Le Mans
- Important Information
Le Mans 24h weekend schedule (2025)
The 24 Hours of Le Mans is a motorsport festival like no other. Some fans stay for an entire week, and there is no shortage of things to do in Le Mans.
The full schedule for 2026 will be released nearer to the time of the race. Below is the schedule for the 2025 edition of the Le Mans 24h, including the UK times.
WEDNESDAY 11 JUNE
| ON TRACK | EVENT |
|---|---|
| 13:00 – 17:00 | LE MANS 24h FREE PRACTICE 1 |
| 19:00 – 20:00 | LE MANS 24h QUALI PRACTICE |
| 20:00 – 23:00 | MUSIC CONCERT – EDDY DE PRETTO |
| 22:00 – 00:00 | LE MANS 24h FREE PRACTICE 2 |
THURSDAY 12 JUNE
| ON TRACK | ON SITE | EVENT |
|---|---|---|
| 15:00 – 18:00 | – | LE MANS 24h FREE PRACTICE 3 |
| – | 18:00 – GOLD SITE* | WINE TASTING |
| – | 19:00 – SILVER SITE* | AN AUDIENCE WITH ALEX BRUNDLE & ANTHONY DAVIDSON |
| 20:00 – 21:00 | – | LE MANS 24h HYPERPOLE LMGT3 & LMP2 |
| 20:00 – 00:00 | – | MUSIC CONCERT – OBISPO |
| 21:00 – 22:00 | – | LE MANS 24h HYPERPOLE CEREMONY |
| 23:00 – 00:00 | – | LE MANS 24h FREE PRACTICE 4 |
FRIDAY 13 JUNE
| ON TRACK | ON SITE | EVENT |
|---|---|---|
| 15:00 – 18:00 | – | TRACK OPEN TO THE PUBLIC |
| – | 15:00 – 18:00 – LE MANS TOWN CENTRE | LE MANS DRIVER PARADE |
| – | 19:00 – BRONZE SITE* | LIVE MUSIC – GO COMMANDO FUNCTION BAND |
| 20:00 – 23:00 | – | MUSIC CONCERT – KUNGS |
SATURDAY 14 JUNE
| ON TRACK | ON SITE | EVENT |
|---|---|---|
| – | 11:00 – SILVER SITE* | SPORTS CAR DISPLAY |
| 12:00 – 12:15 | – | LE MANS 24h WARM UP |
| 15:30 – 15:50 | – | LE MANS 24h OFFICIAL DEPARTURE CEREMONY |
| 16:00 | – | LE MANS 24h RACE STARTS |
| 20:00 – 23:00 | – | MUSIC CONCERT – KOOL & THE GANG |
SUNDAY 15 JUNE
| ON TRACK | EVENT |
|---|---|
| 16:00 | LE MANS 24h RACE ENDS |
| 16:15 | LE MANS 24h PODIUM CEREMONY |
*Bronze guests have access events in the Bronze site
*Silver guests have access events in the Silver & Bronze sites
*Gold guests have access events in the Gold, Silver & Bronze sites
Support races at the Le Mans 24h
This year’s 24 Hour of Le Mans plays host to an exciting lineup of support races, enabling a diverse range of talent and machinery to be showcased at Circuit de la Sarthe.
Road to Le Mans
Fans can enjoy two action-packed 55-minute races on Thursday 12 June and Saturday 14 June , as part of the Road to Le Mans. As the headline event of the Michelin Le Mans Cup, it features LMP3 and GT3 machines and offers teams and drivers invaluable experience as they progress through the endurance racing ranks toward the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Mustang Challenge Le Mans
LMGT3’s little sisters will be making their first appearance at Le Mans as part of the Mustang Challenge. Eligible owners of the Ford Mustang Dark Horse R, along with all Mustang Challenge entrants, are invited to join the grid for this exciting event taking place from Thursday 12 June to Saturday 14 June.
Porsche Sprint Challenge
The Porsche Sprint Challenge has become a staple of the endurance racing scene, thrilling fans with the unmistakable roar of its iconic flat-six engines. The races are scheduled for Thursday 12 June and Friday 13 June.
Circuit de la Sarthe Circuit Map
Use our track map to plan your trip as best you can. The Motorsport Travel Destination sites are clearly marked on the map so you can find you’re nearest track entrance. You can download the image or take a screenshot to have it to hand during the Le Mans 24h weekend.
Where is the best place to sit at the 24 Hours of Le Mans?
In our opinion, the best seats in the house are in the main Grandstand which offer great views of the pit lane and help you soak in the excitement at the start of the race.
For an in-depth look at the different vantage points from where you can witness this iconic race, check out our Le Mans Grandstand Guide.
Circuit de la Sarthe Track Stats
| CIRCUIT DE LA SARTHE | TRACK STATS |
|---|---|
| FIRST 24H RACE | 1923 |
| LAP LENGTH | 13.626 km / 8.4 miles |
| LAP RECORD | 3:17.297 Mike Conway, Toyota (2019) |
| 24H RACE DISTANCE | 13.626 km |
| TURNS | 38 |
Where to stay at the 24 Hours of Le Mans
For the 2026 24 Hours of Le Mans, we are again offering a variety of accommodation options to suit different preferences. Our Gold+, Platinum, Silver+ and Bronze+ packages have sold out already, with only Gold, Silver and a very limited number of Bronze remaining.
All ticket options include a free return Channel crossing by ferry or Eurotunnel, full weekend race tickets and unrivalled proximity to the circuit.
Camping at the Le Mans 24h
Camping at Le Mans provides a vibrant and immersive experience. It’s the go-to choice for racing enthusiasts, mainly due to the exclusive access to the viewing bank of the iconic Porsche Curves reserved just for Motorsport Travel Destinations customers.
With the camping package, you’ll enjoy a generously sized 5x7m pitch at a site located less than a five-minute walk from one of the official fan zones, as well as an on-site hospitality tent and round the clock security.
Getting to the Circuit de la Sarthe for the 24 Hours of Le Mans
The city of Le Mans is located in Northwest France, a few hours west of Paris, making it an accessible location for fans travelling from across the world. The actual Circuit de la Sarthe sits just south of the city, with the track taking in a number of smaller villages.
For racegoers making their way over to Le Mans, there are a number of methods of transport to choose from. The city is connected by main roads from Calais and many elect to travel on the Eurotunnel and Ferry, while the train station Gare du Mans is just an hour’s ride from Paris Montparnasse.
IMPORTANT – Order your Crit’Air sticker for a vehicle registered in France.
Crit’Air stickers are mandatory for driving in low-emissions zones in France, introduced by certain local authorities or traffic restrictions during periods of high pollution. Find out more and order your sticker here.
For a more detailed insight into travelling to Le Mans for the 2026 race, check out our guide below.
Important Information
Emergencies
If you encounter an emergency situation during your trip, you should call the following number – 112.
Good to Know
The local currency is the Euro. The exchange rate is around 1 GBP to 1.16 EUR. All goods and services are paid in the local currency.
The official language is French.
ℹ️ Prohibited Items at the Circuit de la Sarthe.
Customer Service
If you require assistance during the race weekend, feel free to contact our customer service team through the Motorsport Tickets Help Centre.
FAQs
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