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Circuit Paul Ricard
Le Castellet, Provence · up to 5.842 km · Mistral straight
Provence's testing hub
Blue and red run-off areas and 1.8 kilometres of Mistral.
Circuit Paul Ricard sits on a high plateau near Le Castellet, between Marseille and Toulon. Opened in 1970, it hosted Formula 1 and is today one of the most widely used test centres in Europe.
The facility offers numerous track configurations, the longest measuring 5.842 kilometres. Its trademarks are the 1.8-kilometre Mistral straight and the blue and red run-off areas, which forgive mistakes and are kind to tyres. Add to that the mild Provençal climate, which provides reliable testing conditions even in winter. No wonder we run here more often than anywhere else.
Track profile
Circuit Paul Ricard
Plenty of layouts, safe run-off areas and weather you can rely on. Paul Ricard is the ultimate test track.
5.842 km
Track length
15
Corners
1970
Opened
1.8 km
Mistral straight
5
Test dates in 2027
4PROS in cooperation with PARAGRAPH5
Five dates in Provence.
4PROS is our test format for race teams, run together with PARAGRAPH5. We hire the circuit exclusively, keep the field small and take the organisation off your hands. At Circuit Paul Ricard we run five times in 2027: in February, March, May, July and November. So you will find a suitable date for every phase of the season.
- At least 7 hours of open pitlane
- You run when your programme calls for it. No sessions, no waiting for the next slot.
- A maximum of 24 cars
- Small fields, free laps and plenty of room for long runs, qualifying simulations and driver changes.
- GT and LMP only
- GT2, GT3, GT4, GTE, one-make cups and LMP2 to LMP4. Formula cars run at our formula test days.
- Timing with sector times
- Professional timing is included; a data stream for your engineers can be booked.
- Tyre service and photos
- MTS fits and balances right on site. Professional shots of your test are included.
- One dedicated contact
- A multilingual coordinator on site takes care of everything that has nothing to do with driving.
2027 season
Dates and enquiry
The GT and LMP tests take place at the most relevant circuits of the major racing series. Pick your date and enquire about it directly.
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Getting there
Between Marseille and Toulon.
The circuit lies above Le Castellet, a good half hour from the coast. From southern Germany and Switzerland you can get there in a day via the Rhône valley.
- Marseille Airport: around 70 km, about 1 hour
- Toulon-Hyères Airport: around 60 km, about 50 minutes
- Nice Airport: around 170 km, about 2 hours
We send you hotel recommendations in Le Castellet, Bandol and the surrounding area with your confirmation.
Frequently asked questions
All about testing at Circuit Paul Ricard
When do the tests at Circuit Paul Ricard take place?
On five dates in 2027: 12 and 13 February, 20 and 21 March, 3 and 4 May, in July, and 9 and 10 November. All dates are listed above.
Which track configuration do we use?
That depends on the date. Paul Ricard offers numerous configurations of up to 5.842 kilometres; we will tell you the configuration with the quote.
Which cars are eligible?
Eligible are GT cars of the GT2, GT3, GT4 and GTE classes, one-make cups such as Porsche Cup, Ferrari Challenge and Lamborghini Super Trofeo, as well as LMP2, LMP3 and LMP4 (JS P4). LMH, LMDh, JS 2R, Group C and GT1 on request. Formula cars and other open wheelers are not admitted at 4PROS.
What is included in the test day?
At least seven hours of open pitlane, professional timing with sector times, photos of your test, tyre service by MTS on site and a dedicated coordinator as your contact. A timing data stream and catering for drivers and mechanics can be booked as extras.
Which noise limit applies?
The noise limit is set by the circuit. At most 4PROS tests, cars run up to 105 dB or FIA-compliant. We give you the exact figure for your date with the quote.
How do I book a test day?
Test days can only be booked on request. Choose your date above and send your enquiry directly from the date page, or arrange a short consultation. We will get back to you with availability and a quote for your team.
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Tell us what you want to test. We will tell you which of the five dates best fits your programme.
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