Since the first running of the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1923, the circuit has seen numerous modifications and upgrades, although it is still run over much of the same ground today as it was all those years ago. The main exception to this is that the Western end of the circuit was more extensive in the early years, taking in the famous hairpin at Pontlieue. Since then, the changes have involved the establishment and modernisation of a permanent circuit (the Bugatti circuit) as well as routine modifications to the public roads that still account for the majority of the 24 hour circuit.

Today the Bugatti circuit (2.6 miles in length) is used throughout the season for events such as the French Moto Grand Prix and the DTM series and its facilities offer everything you would expect of a modern racing venue.

the permanent pit lane facilities used throughout the season at Le Mans

Mulsanne corner; normally a roundabout

The full circuit (8.5 miles in length) is used for the Le Mans 24 Hours and the bi-annual Le Mans Classic and takes in a section of the N138 (the Mulsanne straight) before returning via the villages of Mulsanne and Arnage. Use the links on the left to find out more about the facilities at the circuit and how to get the most out of everything on offer. Click here for a circuit map.