2026 Formula 1 Dutch Grand Prix | Automotive Experience
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2026 Formula 1 Dutch Grand Prix
Zandvoort, North Holland, Netherlands2026-08-21 to 2026-08-23
About This Event
Part of the Formula One World Championship since 1952, the Dutch Grand Prix runs on Circuit Zandvoort's 4.3km layout through coastal sand dunes near the North Sea. Fourteen corners include two banked at 18 and 19 degrees — the steepest banking on the current F1 calendar — plus Tarzan corner's 180-degree hairpin and the fast sweeps through Scheivlak and Hugenholtz.
What to Expect
Final Dutch Grand Prix before the event departs the Formula 1 calendar
First Sprint format weekend at Zandvoort adds extra racing sessions
General admission grants circuit perimeter access with natural dune elevation for viewing
Arena section grandstands create stadium atmosphere with high spectator density around Turns 11-12
Fortieth Formula 1 event held at the coastal circuit
Best Way to Experience It
Arena In grandstand provides views of Turn 11 braking zone at DRS zone end where overtaking concentrates
Train from Amsterdam or Haarlem reaches Zandvoort station within ten-minute walk of circuit
Race Home hospitality includes all-day catering with start-finish straight grandstand seating
Good to Know
Children aged four and under enter free without ticket
Zandvoort closed to cars during race weekend; Park + Bike or shuttle required
Train stations can experience waiting times up to two hours after sessions
Main grandstand is only covered seating; located on start-finish straight
Coastal location creates cooler temperatures; rain possible during sessions
Is This Event Right For You?
Best fit if you value championship finales — 40th and final race at Circuit Zandvoort, last Dutch Grand Prix after 36-year F1 return driven by Max Verstappen, first Sprint format weekend at Zandvoort determines Round 13 standings.
Best fit if you enjoy technical circuits — 4.3km dune layout features 14 corners sweeping through 19-degree banked Turn 3, 18-degree banked Turns 13/14, 8.9-meter elevation changes create rollercoaster sensation through sand dunes.
Best fit if you like passionate fan atmosphere — 305,000-capacity weekend creates "sea of orange" Dutch supporters, festival environment blends motorsport with entertainment, Circuit Zandvoort awarded F1 Promoter of the Year 2023 for fan experience.
Not ideal if you prefer driving yourself to events — Zandvoort and surrounding municipalities completely closed to private cars and motorcycles during race weekend, mandatory Park + Ride from designated facilities with €17.50 shuttle ticket required.
