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Welcome to the Race Ready for the Le Mans Classic 2025, taking place at the legendary Circuit de la Sarthe, from 3-6 July.
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.
🎟️ Packages to the 2025 Le Mans Classic are on sale – book them here.
- What’s new at the 2025 Le Mans Classic?
- Le Mans Classic 2025 weekend schedule
- Races at the Le Mans Classic
- Circuit de la Sarthe Circuit Map
- Where is the best place to watch the action in Le Mans?
- Circuit de la Sarthe Track Stats
- Where to stay at the Le Mans Classic
- Getting to the Circuit de la Sarthe for the Le Mans Classic
- Important Information
What’s new at the 2025 Le Mans Classic?
Le Mans Classic 2025 introduces a range of exciting new activities and experiences. Here’s a glimpse of what to expect:
Concerts
Large-scale open-air concerts are planned at Le Mans Classic for the first time in 2025, with the event set to feature an electrifying music scene on July 4 and 5. There will be performances by renowned artists across rock, pop, and electro genres. View the full music schedule here.
Gridwalk Grid 4
Gridwalk Grid 4 at Le Mans Classic offers fans the rare chance to walk the starting grid before the race, getting up close to iconic historic cars and meeting the drivers. Taking place on Saturday 5 July, from 15:00 to 15:50, it delivers an immersive experience that echoes the spirit of the classic Le Mans start.
Maylander Wine tasting
Mayländer Wine, founded by F1 Safety Car driver Bernd Mayländer, will join Motorsport Travel Destinations at Le Mans Classic 2025. Guests can enjoy daily wine tasting sessions throughout the event, celebrating the brand’s motorsport-inspired craftsmanship.
Outdoor cinema
Guests at the Motorsport Travel Destinations Silver Site can enjoy a relaxed evening at the outdoor cinema, showing motorsport-themed classics at 8pm on Thursday 3 and Saturday 5 July. Open to all, it’s a great way to unwind and soak up the Le Mans atmosphere under the stars
There is plenty more to look forward to at Le Mans Classic in 2025. We recommend reading the blog below to gain a deeper insight on what exciting activities you can anticipate this summer:
Le Mans Classic 2025 weekend schedule
The Le Mans Classic 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. It is also an easier, less hectic way to enjoy the Le Mans Museum and town itself than the 24hr race just weeks before.
THURSDAY 3 JULY
| ON TRACK | ON SITE | EVENT |
|---|---|---|
| – | 09:00 | PADDOCKS AND VILLAGE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC |
| – | 09:00 – 19:00 PADDOCKS & CLUBS ZONE | WELCOME FOR COMPETITORS AND CLUBS |
| – | 12:00 GOLD SITE* | MAYLANDER WINE TASTING |
| – | 20:00 SILVER SITE* | OUTDOOR CINEMA |
| 19:00 | – | CIRCUIT CLOSES |
FRIDAY 4 JULY
| ON TRACK | ON SITE | EVENT |
|---|---|---|
| 08:00 | – | CIRCUIT OPENS TO THE PUBLIC |
| 08:00 – 09:15 | – | CLUB PARADES |
| 09:30 – 10:15 | – | GROUP C RACING – QUALIFYING PRACTICE |
| 10:35 – 11:20 | – | PORSCHE CLASSIC RACE LE MANS – QUALIFYING PRACTICE |
| 11:35 – 12:10 | – | ENDURANCE RACING LEGENDS – QUALIFYING PRACTICE |
| 12:20 – 18:20 | – | LE MANS CLASSIC GRIDS – DAY TIME TESTING/ QUALIFYING (Grids 4 > 5 > 6 > 1 > 2 > 3) |
| – | 18:00 BRONZE SITE* | MAYLANDER WINE TASTING |
| – | 19:00 – 00:30 CONCERT ZONE | MUSIC CONCERTS |
| – | 19:30 BRONZE SITE* | PUB QUIZ |
| 20:10 -20:55 | – | PORSCHE CLASSIC RACE LE MANS – QUALIFYING PRACTICE |
| 21:15 – 21:50 | – | ENDURANCE RACING LEGENDS – QUALIFYING PRACTICE |
| 22:00 – 02:35 | – | LE MANS CLASSIC GRIDS – NIGHT SESSION / FREE PRACTICE (Grids 4 > 5 > 6 > 1 > 2 > 3) |
SATURDAY 5 JULY
| ON TRACK | ON SITE | EVENT |
|---|---|---|
| 06:00 | – | CIRCUIT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC |
| 08:00 – 09:05 24hr CIRCUIT | – | PARADES |
| 09:15 – 10:10 | – | ENDURANCE RACING LEGENDS – RACE |
| 10:15 – 10:25 | – | PORSCHE PARADE |
| 10:30 – 11:15 | – | PORSCHE CLASSIC RACE LE MANS – RACE |
| – | 11:00 – SILVER SITE* | CAR SHOW |
| – | 11:00 – SILVER SITE* | MAYLANDER WINE TASTING |
| 12:00 – 12:50 | – | GROUP C RACING – RACE |
| 12:50 – 13:20 | – | FERRARI PARADE |
| 13:20 – 14:10 BUGATTI CIRCUIT | – | LITTLE BIG MANS |
| 14:10 – 14:45 | – | PARADES & DISCOVERY TRACK LAPS |
| 15:00 – 15:50 24hr CIRCUIT | – | GRIDWALK GRID 4 |
| 16:00 – 22:45 | – | LE MANS CLASSIC GRIDS – RACE 1 (Grids 4 > 5 > 6 > 1 > 2 > 3) |
| – | 18:00 – SILVER SITE* | MAYLANDER WINE TASTING |
| – | 19:00 – 01:00 CONCERT ZONE | CONCERTS |
| – | 20:00 – SILVER SITE* | OUTDOOR CINEMA |
| 23:10 – 23:55 | – | LE MANS CLASSIC GRIDS – RACE 2 (Grid 4) |
SUNDAY 6 JULY
| ON TRACK | ON SITE | EVENT |
|---|---|---|
| 00:15 – 05:30 | – | LE MANS CLASSIC GRIDS – RACE 2 (Grids 5 > 6 > 1 > 2 > 3) |
| 05:50 – 05:25 | – | GROUP C RACING – SPRINT RACE |
| 06:40 – 09:35 | – | LE MANS CLASSIC GRIDS – RACE 3 (Grids 4 > 5 > 6) |
| – | 10:00 – GOLD SITE* | MAYLANDER WINE TASTING |
| – | – | CIRCUIT CLOSES |
| 10:45 – 14:55 | – | BMW PARADE |
| 10:45 – 14:55 | – | LE MANS CLASSIC GRIDS – RACE 3 (Grids 1 > 2 > 3) |
| 15:15 – 16:00 | – | ENDURANCE RACING LEGENDS – SPRINT RACE |
| 15:30 – 15:50 | – | LITTLE BIG MANS – PRIZE-GIVING CEREMONY |
| – | 16:00 – ALL SITES* | BRITISH F1 GRAND PRIX – WATCH LIVE |
| 17:00 | – | CIRCUIT CLOSES |
*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
Racing Simulators
Racing simulators are available daily at Le Mans Classic in the Motorsport Travel Destinations Bronze and Gold sites. Guests can enjoy the experience from 10:00-14:00 and 16:00–20:00 every day, offering a fun and immersive way to get behind the virtual wheel.
Races at the Le Mans Classic
The Le Mans Classic is a spectacular celebration of motorsport history, bringing together an extraordinary collection of vintage and iconic race cars for a weekend of thrilling on-track action.
Le Mans Classic Grids
At Le Mans Classic, the main race is organised into six distinct grids, each representing a specific era of endurance racing history. Here’s an overview of each grid:
- Grid 1 (1923-1939) – This grid highlights the earliest Le Mans entrants, showcasing pre-war sports cars that helped shape the beginnings of endurance racing.
- Grid 2 (1949-1956) – Following World War II, this era marks the revival of motorsport, with legendary brands like Jaguar, Ferrari, and Aston Martin rising to prominence.
- Grid 3 (1957-1961) – This grid represents a time of innovation, featuring cars that brought major advancements in aerodynamics and engineering, redefining the standards of racing.
- Grid 4 (1962–1965) – This era, known as the golden age of GT racing, showcases iconic rivalries between manufacturers, with a strong focus on both performance and design
- Grid 5 (1966–1971) – Famed for the intense Ford vs. Ferrari rivalry, this grid captures the peak of prototype racing, featuring powerful machines that ruled the track.
- Grid 6 (1972–1981) – This era marks the beginning of modern endurance racing, characterised by technological breakthroughs and the rise of new racing categories.
Group C Racing
This race honors the legendary Group C era (1982–1993), showcasing high-performance prototypes from renowned brands such as Porsche, Jaguar, and Mercedes-Benz.
Porsche Classic Race Le Mans
Exclusively focused on Porsche, this race features classic models like the 911 and 914, along with legendary prototypes such as the 906 and 917.
Endurance Racing Legends
Showcasing GT and prototype cars from the 1990s and 2000s, this race includes iconic entries from Ferrari, Aston Martin, Bentley, and Audi.
Circuit de la Sarthe Circuit Map
Use our track map to plan your trip as best you can. The Motorsport Travel Destinations sites are clearly marked on the map so you can find your nearest track entrance. You can download the image or take a screenshot to have it to hand during the Le Mans Classic week.
Where is the best place to watch the action in 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 various races during the Le Mans Classic.
For an in-depth look at the different vantage points, check out our Le Mans Grandstand Guide.
Circuit de la Sarthe Track Stats
| CIRCUIT DE LA SARTHE | TRACK STATS |
|---|---|
| FIRST 24HR RACE | 1923 |
| FIRST LE MANS CLASSIC | 2002 |
| LAP LENGTH | 13.626 km / 8.4 miles |
| LAP RECORD | 3:17.297 Mike Conway (2019) |
| 24HR RACE DISTANCE | 13.626 km |
| TURNS | 38 |
Where to stay at the Le Mans Classic
For the 2025 Le Mans Classic, we are again offering a variety of accommodation options to suit different preferences. Our Gold+ and Platinum packages have sold out already, with only Gold, Silver and Bronze remaining.
All ticket options include a free return Channel crossing by ferry or Eurotunnel, full week tickets and unrivalled proximity to the circuit.
Camping at the Le Mans Classic
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 Le Mans Classic
Le Mans is in northwest France, just a few hours west of Paris, making it easily accessible for international fans. The Circuit de la Sarthe lies just south of the city, running through several small surrounding 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 2025 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.
Prohibited Items at the Circuit de la Sarthe.
Customer Service
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FAQs
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