Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps is the iconic home to the Belgian Grand Prix, and one of seven tracks that featured in the inaugural World Championship in 1950 — but that is only part of the reason why this place exudes all that F1 has to offer.
The 19 turns make up the longest lap on the calendar (as you can see from the graphic), the elevation changes greatly and weather that can differ from lap to lap, sector to sector.
From the climb up Eau Rouge to the exhilarating Pouhon, Spa has it all — and it usually makes for an epic race.
Here are the key circuit facts:
Circuit length: 7.00 km (4.35 miles)Laps: 44Lap record: 1:44.701 (Sergio Perez, 2024)First GP: 1950
As F1 prepares for its final doubleheader before the summer break, Madeline Coleman’s circuit breakdown below briefs you with everything you need to know about the Belgian track famed for its dangerous nature.
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Belgian GP track breakdown: Spa’s iconic layout blends F1 beauty with danger