
The Audi monument
takes centre stage in 'Le Village'
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With its numerous bars, food outlets and
shops the ACO Village represents the hub of the circuit.
‘Le Village’ sprawls from the Dunlop Chicane
and furthest reaches of the Interior Musee campsite down
towards the pit straight where it peters out into a maze
of team hospitality tents behind the pit boxes. At the centre
of the Village is the main square that shows live screenings
of the race via a giant screen. Standing behind it is a
giant monument adorned with the Audi logo, another statement
in Audi's fight for world domination!
Surrounding the square you will find the
majority of the modern permanent structures that house toilet
facilities, retailers and hospitality suites. Food and drink
is expensive wherever you go around the circuit but not
extortionate. The Village is no exception and you will find
a good variety including fast food, basic sit down meals,
crepe stalls and bars that serve beer, brandy and champagne
in abundance. This place really comes alive during the race
and at night the atmosphere is friendly and inviting, encouraging
you to stay up to the wee hours and follow the race for
as long as you can keep your eyes open!
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