Recommendations for a race track in France for Monday - MBClub UK

navin · 11-01-2008, 01:04 PM

Hi Guys,

I looking to head over to somewhere in possibly France for a track day on Monday. Can anyone recommend somewhere to go?

Doesn't just have to be France as long as it within a reasonable driving distance.

Many thanks,

Navin

P.s, open invite if anyone wants to come along.

Carrotchomper · 11-01-2008, 04:54 PM

What a random request! Good call though...

happy jim · 11-01-2008, 11:45 PM

Spa's about 2.5 hrs from Calais?

Jim

MBManInKen · 11-01-2008, 11:48 PM

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Originally Posted by happy jim

Spa's about 2.5 hrs from Calais?

That's a bit optimistic. The circuit of Spa-Francorchamps is between 3-3.5h from Calais, depending on traffic conditions.

karlefr · 12-01-2008, 08:25 AM

What about Le Mans?

280gee · 12-01-2008, 09:52 AM

I don't think it'll be possible to just turn up and go zooming around the tracks mentioned. Spa in particular probably still has a section of public highway incorporated. I've gone around it when closed but it's a BIG fine if you're caught.

MBManInKen · 12-01-2008, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by 280gee

I don't think it'll be possible to just turn up and go zooming around the tracks mentioned. Spa in particular probably still has a section of public highway incorporated.

That's right, part of the circuit of Spa-Francorchamps goes over public roads.

I'm pretty sure the same is true for Le Mans.

BTB 500 · 12-01-2008, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by MBManInKen

I'm pretty sure the same is true for Le Mans.

It is, a fair part of the circuit is public roads.

jonm · 12-01-2008, 12:16 PM

Heres Mike Hawthorn going round Le mans in 'D' type (possibly one of the very first on board clips), cyclists and all..listen for his comment, you'll know which one....tickled me

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sk2irKVQB4I

jonm · 12-01-2008, 12:17 PM

Don't you just love the sound of a straight six getting a good spanking ....

navin · 13-01-2008, 05:54 PM

Thanks for all the replies guys. After much searching, the only available track day I could find was the Ring, however during the winter months they are only open on the weekends!! Short notice even for me

I've decided instead, to try two of the "Best Driving Roads" from the latest Top Gear Series, and attack them starting midday tomorrow, from London. A friend of mine will be co-pilot for the journey, recording the trip.

I’m going to let this AMG go in style. After just under a year of ownership, I’m swapping to a Range Rover, so want to see what the car can really do. A remap and Speed limiter removal should hopefully mate this an extremely fun trip!!!

11-01-2008, 01:04 PM	#1
navin Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 61	Recommendations for a race track in France for Monday Hi Guys, I looking to head over to somewhere in possibly France for a track day on Monday. Can anyone recommend somewhere to go? Doesn't just have to be France as long as it within a reasonable driving distance. Many thanks, Navin P.s, open invite if anyone wants to come along.

13-01-2008, 05:54 PM	#11
navin Member Threadstarter Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 61	Thanks for all the replies guys. After much searching, the only available track day I could find was the Ring, however during the winter months they are only open on the weekends!! Short notice even for me I've decided instead, to try two of the "Best Driving Roads" from the latest Top Gear Series, and attack them starting midday tomorrow, from London. A friend of mine will be co-pilot for the journey, recording the trip. I’m going to let this AMG go in style. After just under a year of ownership, I’m swapping to a Range Rover, so want to see what the car can really do. A remap and Speed limiter removal should hopefully mate this an extremely fun trip!!! __________________ W209 CLK 55 AMG Vert Last edited by navin; 13-01-2008 at 05:57 PM.

11-01-2008, 04:54 PM	#2
Carrotchomper Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: May 2006 Location: Bristol Car: Audi A8 4.2 Quattro Posts: 1,234	What a random request! Good call though...

11-01-2008, 11:45 PM	#3
happy jim New Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Wokingham Car: W211 E320 CDI Posts: 3	Spa's about 2.5 hrs from Calais? Jim

12-01-2008, 08:25 AM	#5
karlefr Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Ireland Car: '01 W210 200K Elegance '98 W208 200 Elegance Posts: 59	What about Le Mans?

12-01-2008, 09:52 AM	#6
280gee Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Costa Geriatrica Car: W210, W460 Posts: 224	I don't think it'll be possible to just turn up and go zooming around the tracks mentioned. Spa in particular probably still has a section of public highway incorporated. I've gone around it when closed but it's a BIG fine if you're caught.

12-01-2008, 12:16 PM	#9
jonm Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Saratoga, CA Car: ...a rental..not saying what ! Posts: 370	Heres Mike Hawthorn going round Le mans in 'D' type (possibly one of the very first on board clips), cyclists and all..listen for his comment, you'll know which one....tickled me http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sk2irKVQB4I

12-01-2008, 12:17 PM	#10
jonm Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Saratoga, CA Car: ...a rental..not saying what ! Posts: 370	Don't you just love the sound of a straight six getting a good spanking ....

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