Le Castellet

Le Mans Series: 1-3 April 2011

2760 Route des Hauts du Camp, 83330 Le Castellet, France

The 3.61 mile circuit at Le Castellet, Paul Ricard, is well known to the teams as it is the location of the pre-seasion official LMS test.

2010 is the 40th anniversary of the track which has undergone massive redevelopment since being bought by Bernie Ecclestone in 1999. The track is now often referred to by it's new full title - Paul Ricard High tech test Track which reflects its new status. With it's innovative red and blue strips in place of gravel traps, it is modern in both look and feel.

The circuit is an elongated design, dominated by the Mistral Straight, and with just 14 turns. This is truly a circuit where the sportscars of the Le Mans Series can stretch their legs.