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Le Mans Karting International

LE MANS, FRANCE // 47.9410° N, 0.2115° E

Type
Outdoor
Surface
Asphalt
Track Length
1,384m

About Le Mans Karting International

The karting complex at Le Mans sits in Arnage, right next to the Circuit de la Sarthe where the 24 Hours runs. The original Alain Prost circuit opened in 1976 and made history two years later when the 1978 World Championship became Ayrton Senna's first race in Europe, where he finished sixth.

In 2013 the operators added a 1,384m international circuit built to modern CIK-FIA standards, which brought top-level racing back after a long gap and now hosts the famous 24 Hours of Karting every year. The KZ World Championship came here in 2015 with around 200 drivers from 42 countries. Four layouts share the site, from an 805m beginner loop up to the full competition track.

Tips for New Drivers

With four circuits on one site, pick the layout that matches your level rather than jumping straight onto the international track. The 160cc karts start from age 7, the 390cc machines from 18. The building has a proper restaurant and event space, and the link to the 24 Hours gives the place real atmosphere. If you can, time a visit around the karting 24-hour race to see endurance karting done properly.

FAQ

Le Mans Karting International is an outdoor karting circuit with a asphalt surface in Le Mans, France.
The minimum age is 7 years.
Adult karts reach up to 56 mph.
Facilities include Pit Area, Paddock Area, Parking, Spectator Areas, Lap Timing, Kart Rental, Food Available, Restaurant, Conference Facilities, Racewear Provided.
Yes. The 1978 World Championship on the Alain Prost circuit was Senna's first race in Europe, where he finished sixth. The site sits next to the Circuit de la Sarthe.
Four layouts share the site, from an 805m beginner loop up to the 1,384m international competition circuit added in 2013, which hosts the 24 Hours of Karting.

Think you're faster?

No one's set a time here yet. The first name on the board owns it. Your footage stays private, only the time goes public.

Compete from £9.99/mo
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Facilities

Pit Area Paddock Area Parking Spectator Areas Lap Timing Kart Rental Food Available Restaurant Conference Facilities Racewear Provided