When a professional career path and passion meet
There are professional careers which are amazing or even exciting. Johan Aerts is today Safety Track Manager at the Spa Francorchamps Circuit. And the journey he has followed before arriving in Francorchamps is rather a lovely story to tell. For 28...?" and there was already an answer to this question. His answer was "no". You should know that Johan has always been passionate about motorsport. "I was already involved in motorsport, first as Track Marshal (I still have my heart amongst them) and
Environmental policy and management
Social Responsibility
The public and exceptional events restored colour and vibrancy to the Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps
The track season in the Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps finished on 14 November, and, undoubtedly, this was an exceptional season that drew in major crowds. A loyal public was accompanied by a new generation of motorsport enthusiasts. No fewer than 26 weekends were devoted to races and sporting events took place on as many as 226 days. The rest of the season saw thousands of participants, both pro and amateur, take to the track for driving days. The Formula 1 Belgian Grand Prix will remain in
SRO Speedweek and Total 24 Hours of Spa promise 10 days of action and entertainment
The Total 24 Hours of Spa will reach a significant milestone this year, with the long-running endurance classic contesting its 70th edition on 26-29 July. To mark this special occasion, a wealth of entertainment both on and off the circuit will bring the Belgian Ardennes to life for a full 10 days, with many activities offered free of charge. Between the 24 Hours itself and a host of other top-end series, more than 20 races will be staged at the iconic circuit, beginning on Friday 20 July and
Variety, quality and quantity for Spa Summer Classic!
The traditional first Roadbook 'competition' meeting at the beginning of the summer, Spa Summer Classic, will welcome fans of cars from the past, but also from the present, on Thursday 6, Friday 7, Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 July at the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps. The first day will be reserved for free practice, followed by a series of qualifying sessions and races on Friday and throughout the rest of the weekend. The 15th edition of Spa Summer Classic will once again be eclectic with a race
4 HOURS OF SPA CLASSIC : INTERESTING PEOPLE AND A GUARANTEED SHOW
A lot of people and above all a lot of interesting people at the start of the 13th edition of the 4 Hours of Spa Classic ! At the time when these lines are written, nearly 70 teams have registered, and not the least, since names like Guy Martin, Bruno Le Bihan, Grégory Fastré and Stéphane Mertens appear on the list of entries... Like every year, the 4 Hours of Spa Classic are part of the A-XOC Bikers'Classics program. The 4 hour endurance race for classic bikes will take place on Saturday, July
The Endurance grandstand and terraces are open to the public!
The Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps has carried out the inauguration of the new Endurance terraces and grandstand, this Thursday, on the first day of the Free Practice days of the FIA World Endurance Championship – 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps. On offer from the new Endurance terraces and grandstand at the Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps is a breathtaking view of La Source up to the start of the Kemmel and passing the legendary Raidillon. After having inaugurated a new 4,600-place grandstand at the
Spa Italia : AND NOW, A PARADE FOR ALL VESPA RIDERS !
hope to gather between 150 and 200 Vespa riders for a Parade totally in line with the spirit of the event. E andiamo!...The SpaItalia 2019 final countdown has started. An event that will gather lovers of transalpine mechanics on the most beautiful circuit in the world, Francorchamps, on Sunday, June 16. The animations will be particularly numerous, both on and off
Double win for Göldi and Gilloux in WES Round 4
challenge than on Day1. In the morning’s Qualirace determining Race 2 starting grid, reigning World Champ, Nicole Göldi (Trek) was the fastest woman and managed to take the Pole Position and the Award Powered by Raspini in 8:33.68. In the Men’s qualification, once again, “The Specialist” and Reigning Champion Jérôme Gilloux (Lapierre) took the award thanks to a lap time of 7:45.97. They both lead the Pole Position General Classification with 5 and 7 best times, respectively. Göldi made not the same
A first, and exclusively at the Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps
This is a first in Belgium! The TotalEnergies station at the Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps offers Circuit customers a race fuel with an octane number (RON) greater than 102 that brings with it the quality and performance of a race fuel EXCELLIUM SPA 102. EXCELLIUM SPA 102 is particularly suited to the needs of the Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps customers. An unleaded fuel suitable both for 4-stroke turbocharged and naturally aspirated engines, it brings significant gains in power while preserving
ACTIVITIES AND ENTERTAINMENT AT 24H SPA EWC MOTOS
The 24H SPA EWC Motos is guaranteed, of course, to be a spectacular show on the track but there are also other activities during the race weekend. Spectators will be able to enjoy the Fan Zone, the Kids’ Zone, the exhibitors’ village and an... Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps and Malmedy. They will arrive around 4.30 pm at Place Albert 1 and an autograph-signing session will take place from 5 pm to 7 pm. Meeting on 1st June to admire the machines that will participate in the 24H SPA EWC Motos and
CECOTTO, SARRON AND BAKER TO CELEBRATE 70 YEARS OF GP
As every year, the A-XOC Bikers'Classics 2019 (5-6-7 July in Spa-Francorchamps) will have the chance to welcome many motorcycle sports stars. Some will come to enjoy the atmosphere of this extraordinary weekend, sign autographs and parade on beautiful racing machines. Others will put on their competition leathers and will try to shine at the 4 Hours of Spa Classic. Some will be active in both fields and will be present in the Lifestyle Village ... For example, Guy Martin will focus on the
SPA & FURIOUS: DRAG RACES BETWEEN RAIDILLON AND SOURCE!
and motorbikes. Further proof: Spa & Furious! `` Following In the aesthetic vein of the Fast & Furious film series, the idea is to organise drag races between two cars, taking place between the foot of the Raidillon and the Source hairpin! The rules... Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps will be the choice spots to ensure none of the action and spectacle is missed! For all Vin Diesel and Paul Walker fans, the Spa & Furious registrations will be open as from 10th August on the official SpaAsia website. And
April: Races and sporting events
LMEM renews contract with Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps for FIA WEC and ELMS
Le Mans Endurance Management [LMEM] has signed a contract extension with Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, which will see the iconic Belgian circuit remain as a round of the FIA World Endurance Championship and European Le Mans Series for a further five years. The announcement was made during an official opening of the new Endurance Grandstand at the circuit in front of teams, media and key personnel as the WEC prepares for round three of the World Championship, the TotalEnergies 6 Hours of Spa
The Spa World Rallycross of Benelux will take place the 3 and 4 October 2020
Because of the Covid-19 crisis, the Spa World Rallycross of Benelux, initially scheduled for 15 and 16 May, is postponed to the 3 and 4 October 2020. This decision to put back the Spa World Rallycross of Benelux was taken after discussion and careful consideration by the FIA, the RACB, IMG and the Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps. Like all other sectors, the world of motorsport is confronted with an unprecedented situation. The safety and health of everyone: fans, teams and the many people working
Portimão and Spa WEC rounds to be held behind closed doors
The first two rounds of the 2021 FIA World Endurance Championship in Portimão (Portugal) and Spa-Francorchamps (Belgium) will be staged behind closed doors. Following guidance from the public health and safety authorities and given the uncertainty surrounding the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the WEC and local organisers in the two countries have decided that both events will go ahead without spectators. The decision was also made in accordance with the ACO and the FIA. Protecting the health of
Cycl’on Track: a new and unique way to experience the track!
angle. Designed to offer a cycling experience in an iconic and leafy environment, this series of evening events will allow participants to cycle on the circuit in a relaxed and convivial atmosphere, without the traditional competitive aspect. Participants will have the opportunity to confront the famous Raidillon of the Eau Rouge and its 17% incline, to hurtle down the toboggan of the Ardennes and its corners and to take the place of the greatest drivers by crossing the starting grid, on two wheels
STATEMENT FROM SRO MOTORSPORTS GROUP, RACB AND CIRCUIT OF SPA-FRANCORCHAMPS
STATEMENT FROM SRO MOTORSPORTS GROUP, RACB AND CIRCUIT OF SPA-FRANCORCHAMPS This morning, during the Lamborghini Super Trofeo support race ahead of the Total 24 Hours of Spa, a vehicle left the track at marshal post 12. Four marshals and one driver were injured in the incident. All were immediately attended by the circuit medical staff. One marshall and the driver have been transferred to hospital for medical checks. However, their injuries are not life-threatening. Following a delay of 1 hour
8 sessions for each competitor and runs exclusively reserved for sidecars
As confirmed recently by DG Sport, the 2020 Bikers’Classics will indeed take place on Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 July*, in the form of track sessions accessible only to classic bikes. This is excellent news for all enthusiasts who have been eating their heart out for many weeks, and who will once again be able to have fun on the asphalt lane, which is known to be the most beautiful one in the world. "Participants in this 2020 edition of Bikers'Classics will not regret the trip, because during the
