Hungarian Grand Prix

The Hungaroring circuit is 19km from the centre of Budapest, alongside the M3 motorway at the border of the village, Mogyoród.

The track is set in a natural valley, surrounded by 50 hectares of rolling hillside. With this exceptional natural advantage, almost 80% of the racetrack is visible from any point - a massive bonus for eager spectators.

At the Grand Opening, the total length of the Hungaroring was just over 4,013 metres. A minor correction was made during 1989, as a result of cutting an S-curve combination, the circuit became faster, giving an extra overtaking opportunity to the drivers and the full track length was reduced to 3,968 metres.

The Hungarian circuit invariably meets the highest technical requirements and has become one of safest race tracks in the world.

Off track

Take time out from the bustle of the F1 track to appreciate this heartwarming country.

Hungary has all the luxury of Western Europe but with double the beauty and at half the cost.

Its graceful capital Budapest alone is worth a visit. Its lively arts, cafe and music scene is popular with tourists and the city plays host to, not only the Grand Prix, but a range of cultural and sporting festivals.

Venture out to the countryside and be enchanted by majestic plains, resort-lined lakes, Baroque towns, horse markets and rustic villages.

With its often embittered history, unique architecture and rich cultural heritage, Hungary's capital is regarded as the ‘Paris of Central Europe'. It's a title richly deserved and one which derives from its complex identity, somewhere between Western luxury and simple traditions.

Any visit to Budapest should include a cruise along the Danube, a relaxing and romantic stroll along the riverfront and bridges. Maybe have a browse through antique bookshops and jewellery stores, or try one city's many Turkish-style baths.

Formula fun
Eighteen cities, nine months, 26 teams, 11 drivers, but just one winner - this is life in the fast lane.

Australian Grand Prix
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Malaysian Grand Prix
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Bahrain Grand Prix
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Spanish Grand Prix
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Turkish Grand Prix
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Monaco Grand Prix
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Canadian Grand Prix
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French Grand Prix
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British Grand Prix
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German Grand Prix
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European Grand Prix
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Italian Grand Prix
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Singapore Grand Prix
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Japanese Grand Prix
Because of the exciting and challenging layout of Fuji Speedway Circuit the Japanese Grand Prix is one of the most-loved F1 events of the season.

Chinese Grand Prix
The Chinese Grand Prix circuit is like no other, shaped like a letter or character from the Shang (ancient Chinese alphabet), it combines sweeping curves and long straights leading onto hairpin corners, succeeded in making overtaking opportunities possible.

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