Circuit de Mireval

サーキット情報

大陸: ヨーロッパ
国名/地域: フランス
サーキット名: Circuit de Mireval
サーキットの長さ: 3.300 km (2.051 miles)
サーキットアドレス: Mireval, Occitanie, France

サーキット概要

Circuit de Mireval is a permanent racing facility located in Mireval, Hérault, in the Occitanie region of southern France. It serves as a venue for a variety of motorsport activities, including amateur and professional events. The circuit is noted for its technical layout suited for driver development and testing.

Circuit Layout & Key Specifications

Location: Mireval, Hérault, Occitanie, France
Track type: Permanent racing circuit
Length: Approximately 2.4 kilometers (1.49 miles)
Number of turns: 14
Track surface: Asphalt
Typical direction: Clockwise
Width: Variable, averaging around 10-12 meters
Elevation change: Moderate, with elevation differences enhancing corner complexity

Track Characteristics

Balanced mix of slow and medium-speed corners
Technical sections favor driver precision and vehicle handling
Short straights requiring emphasis on acceleration rather than top speed
Limited overtaking zones, promoting strategic racing lines and braking techniques
Suitable for various car classes including touring cars, single-seaters, and motorcycles

Key Corners

Turn 3 (Sharp Hairpin): Heavy braking zone leading into the slowest point on the circuit, critical for lap time
Turns 6-7 (Esses): A flowing sequence requiring smooth throttle application and precise chassis control
Turn 10 (Hairpin): Important overtaking spot with heavy deceleration and tight radius
Turn 14 (Final Corner): Leads onto the main straight, demanding a good exit for optimal speed

Lap Record & Performance Benchmarks

Overall fastest lap: Data unavailable
Series-specific lap records: Not publicly documented
Typical lap times vary by vehicle class, with competitive times around 1 minute 12 seconds for sim racing approximations

Racing History & Major Events

Hosts regional and national motorsport events
Used frequently for racing school and driver training sessions
No major international racing series have been recorded at this circuit

Facilities & Infrastructure

Paddock area with garage spaces suitable for small to medium teams
Timing and scoring systems supporting professional event management
Limited grandstand seating; emphasis on paddock and trackside viewing
Basic hospitality and media facilities

Spectator Experience

Limited permanent grandstands; spectators often view from trackside areas
Access to multiple vantage points due to circuit layout
Facilities for attendees include parking and basic amenities
Environment oriented towards enthusiasts and smaller racing events

Location & Accessibility

Situated approximately 20 km southeast of Montpellier, France
Accessible via regional roads and proximal to Autoroute A9
Nearest major airport: Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport
Public transport access limited; private transport recommended

Summary

Circuit de Mireval is a 2.4 km permanent racing circuit in southern France, characterized by a technical layout with 14 turns and moderate elevation changes. It caters primarily to regional motorsport and driver development activities. The track features a mix of slow hairpins and flowing esses, with limited straight-line speed sections. Facilities support small-scale professional events but lack large spectator capacity. Located near Montpellier, accessibility is primarily by road and private transport.