Motorbike Racing
2026 MotoGP Grand Prix of Catalonia
This event has finished.
The 2027 edition runs 11 to 13 June.
Why You Should Go
One of Spain's four MotoGP rounds on the all-rounder Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.
Format
3-day race weekend
Crowd
187,086 (2025) · locals & petrolheads
Vibe
High-energy, Family-friendly
About This Event
Held on the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya since 1992 — a 4.657km, 16-corner permanent circuit built through the collaboration of the Catalan government, Montmeló Town Council and RACC. Three championship classes race across the weekend: MotoGP, Moto2 and Moto3, with Saturday's Sprint format halving the main race distance for a 20-minute contest.
1What to Expect
Turn 1 braking zone sees bikes decelerate from 338kph to 100kph
Main straight measures 1.047 kilometers along pit straight
Final corner sits just before main straight where crashes and overtakes concentrate
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Stadium section features medium-speed corner sequence with several turns visible at once
Fourteen corners split between eight right-handers and six left-handers
2Best Way to Experience It
- Grandstand G in stadium section lets you watch multiple corners simultaneously
- General admission covers southern section movement around Grandstand L and back straight
- MotoGP VIP Village access includes Team Garage Experience and Paddock Access
About the Venue
While you're in the area
Experiences near Circuit de Barcelona
3Logistics
- Circuit sits 12 miles northeast of Barcelona city center
- Shuttle bus runs between Montmeló station and circuit near gate 4
- On-site parking paid; online booking required for vehicle access
- Mid-May typically brings 18-23°C temperatures with low rain probability
4Frequently Asked Questions
- Best fit if you value championship racing: sixth round of 2026 FIM MotoGP World Championship, mid-season positioning affects title battle, Spain's home riders including Marquez brothers draw packed grandstands.
- Best fit if you enjoy multi-class racing: MotoGP premier class plus Moto2 and Moto3 championships race same weekend, Saturday Sprint adds half-distance feature, 4.657km clockwise circuit with long straights, varied corners.
- Best fit if you like passionate fan atmosphere: 187,000+ attendees including Spanish fans supporting home heroes, grandstands filled with Catalan support for Marquez brothers, Álex Rins, Maverick Viñales, regional pride atmosphere.
- Not ideal if you prefer single-day events: three-day format requires Friday through Sunday commitment for practice, qualifying, Sprint, feature races across three classes rather than concentrated single-day experience.
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