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Historic Racing

2026 Sunday Ride Classic

Circuit Paul Ricard, Le Castellet, France16–17 May 2026Weekend

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The 2027 edition runs 29 to 30 May.

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Why You Should Go

See authentic, FIM-recognised historic motorcycle racing on the Paul Ricard F1 circuit.

Format

Two-Day Event

Crowd

Mix of classic-bike enthusiasts, club members, regional motorsport fans and families; busy paddock areas at session changeovers.

Vibe

Grassroots, hands-on historic motorsport with informative paddock access and relaxed festival atmosphere.

About This Event

A two-day festival of historic motorcycle racing at Circuit Paul Ricard, featuring more than 1,000 historic and competition motorcycles across era-specific grids. The 17th edition includes classic sprint races and a new 1-hour endurance race on Sunday.

Raced under FIM Heritage recognition, the event mixes track action, paddock access and manufacturer/club displays at Le Castellet, with organisers and venue details listed on the official site.

1What to Expect

See classic racing on a modern F1 circuit.

What makes it worth the trip:

  • Historic grids certified by FIM Heritage, giving authenticity to the machines and classes.
  • Over 1,000 motorcycles and era-specific races, plus a new 1-hour endurance race on Sunday.
  • Strong paddock atmosphere with teams, restorations and manufacturer/club displays to inspect up close.

Best way to experience it:

Arrive early to walk the paddock before sessions, pick a grandstand or trackside spot near the Mistral straight for long-gear sightlines, and check the official programme for race times to plan between sessions. Bring ear protection and a day bag for sun protection; on-site food stands and vendor stalls cover basics.

Good to know:

  • The event runs across two days with separate sessions and special races listed on the official programme.
  • Official ticketing, paddock access and hospitality options are published on the event website.

About the Venue

Race Tracks

Circuit Paul Ricard

  • 5.84 km

2Frequently Asked Questions

  • Great if you want close-up access to historic racing machinery.
  • Great if you enjoy era-specific motorcycle competition and paddock culture.
  • Great if you like watching varied race formats, including the new endurance race.
  • Maybe skip if you prefer large-scale modern motorsport with big commercial fan zones.

3Cost Breakdown

Official ticket prices and upgrade options (grandstand, paddock, hospitality) are listed on the event website; additional costs may include parking, paddock passes and vendor purchases. Exact prices should be confirmed on the organiser's ticket page.

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