Circuit de la Sarthe
Le Mans, France
13.626 km • 38 Corners
About Circuit de la Sarthe
The Circuit de la Sarthe, located near the city of Le Mans in north-western France, is one of the most legendary race circuits in the world and home of the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race. First used for competition in 1923, the circuit is unique for combining purpose built permanent track sections with public roads that are closed for racing. The full 13.626 km (8.467 miles) layout features around 38 corners and includes famous sections such as the Dunlop Curve and Bridge, Esses, Tertre Rouge, Mulsanne Straight, Mulsanne Corner, Indianapolis, Arnage and the Porsche Curves. The circuit is defined by extreme high speed running, heavy braking zones and the physical and mechanical endurance demands placed on both car and driver. Circuit de la Sarthe hosts the annual 24 Hours of Le Mans, part of the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), alongside Le Mans Classic, historic racing, manufacturer testing and limited public track days on shortened Bugatti and selected Sarthe configurations. With its global prestige, flat out speed and historic atmosphere, Le Mans is one of the most important motorsport and motorsport photography venues on Earth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Circuit de la Sarthe is located in Le Mans, in the Pays de la Loire region of France. The full address is Place Luigi Chinetti, 72000 Le Mans, France.
The full 24 Hours of Le Mans configuration is 13.626 km (8.467 miles) long, making it one of the longest permanent racing circuits in the world.
Yes, but access is very limited. Public driving usually takes place on the Bugatti Circuit or during select organised events on parts of the full Sarthe layout.
It is most famous for hosting the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the world’s most prestigious endurance motor race.
Yes. It hosts FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) races, Le Mans Classic, historic endurance racing and international championships.
Due to its very high speeds and limited run-off in places, the full Sarthe layout is not typically used by beginners. Novice drivers usually run on the Bugatti Circuit.
Yes. Noise limits vary by configuration and event. Typical limits range around 100–105 dB(A) static, with strict enforcement during public activity days.
Yes, modified cars are permitted during approved events, provided they meet strict safety and noise compliance rules set by the organisers.
Yes. Le Mans is one of the most iconic motorsport photography venues in the world, offering night racing, extreme speed, historic backdrops and dramatic endurance action.
After your event, you can search LapSnaps by track and date to find Le Mans track day photos and purchase high resolution digital downloads directly from photographers.
Circuit de la Sarthe is operated by the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO), the organisers of the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
The circuit operates seasonally. The Bugatti Circuit operates most of the year, while the full Sarthe public road layout is only active during major events.
Photographers regularly attend events at Le Mans.
Yes. LapSnaps features Le Mans track day photos from verified photographers. You can browse by event day and purchase high resolution digital downloads directly online.
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