24h Le Mans
If you’re preparing your trip to Le Mans for your first 24 Hours, here’s some information you might want to read before setting off.
If you’re coming to the 24 Hours of Le Mans, we can promise that you’re in for an intense immersive experience. But first, you need to be well prepared. Wise up before setting off by reading the practical information on the race website. The weather can change considerably over 24 hours, so bring suitable comfortable clothing. Don’t forget your earplugs, sun cream and a hat.
We have drawn up a list of ten things you need to be a spectator at the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
The 24 Hours of Le Mans can be a memorable experience to share with your children. To break them in gently, choose a vantage point where they can see the cars up close and feel the excitement of the race. Explain the basics of the race to them, including the different types of cars and the importance of the drivers’ stints. You can also encourage them to support one or two teams to make the experience more personal and exciting!
Check out our tips for parents when bringing your offspring to the racetrack.
The world’s greatest endurance race is not only a visual extravaganza, it’s a festival of sound too. Roaring engines, screeching tyres and clamouring crowds make for a unique acoustic environment. Get a taste of the different engine sounds with our article on this trackside symphony.
What better way to familiarise yourself with the Circuit des 24 Heures du Mans than a lap on board the #51 Ferrari 499P with which Ferrari AF Corse won the Centenary race last year. The 13.626-km circuit – part racetrack, part public road – is famous for its fast, technical sections. From the Dunlop Chicane to the Porsche Curves, via the legendary Mulsanne Straight, each turn sets the drivers a different challenge.
Climb into the cockpit of the #51 Ferrari 499P via this footage captured by the onboard camera.
Drivers must resist extreme gravitational forces during the 24 Hours of Le Mans. This demands preparation, a tip-top physical condition and the ability to keep their concentration throughout the race. If you want to read more about what the drivers have to endure, we recommend this article published during the 2021 event.
The iconic Mulsanne Straight is one of the most exhilarating portions of the circuit for drivers. As their cars can often exceed 340 kph on this 5.8-km stretch of road, it is a true test of the drivers’ mettle and their ability to stay focused. Read what they have to say about it.
It’s a saying you may well have heard before. The 24 Hours of Le Mans is not just a matter of speed, but also strategy, resistance and luck. Many factors can influence the outcome, including weather conditions, mechanical incidents and rivals’ performance. It’s this combination of unpredictable elements that makes the race so magical and a unique challenge.
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The video below contains lots of practical advice. Enjoy your stay at the 24 Hours of Le Mans!
