Stratos hires Grand Prix circuits in Europe for a private track day format: the whole circuit, up to 15 drivers, two full days. Below are the six 2027 circuits, how they compare, and which suits a first event.
In short: The 2027 calendar has six circuits in five countries: Austria, Hungary, Portugal, France and two in Italy. Red Bull Ring in April and Portimão in July are open for invitation requests. The others are on the waitlist. Zandvoort is covered as a guide only.
The 2027 Grand Prix circuits
| Circuit | Country | Length | Character | Stratos month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Bull Ring | Austria | 4.326 km | Short lap, big climbs, clear braking | April 2027 (open), May 2027 (waitlist) |
| Hungaroring | Hungary | 4.381 km | Tight and twisty, in a valley | June 2027 (waitlist) |
| Portimão | Portugal | 4.684 km | Blind crests, steep drops | July 2027 (open) |
| Misano | Italy | 4.226 km | Flat and technical, near the sea | August 2027 (waitlist) |
| Paul Ricard | France | 5.842 km | The Mistral straight, asphalt run-off | October 2027 (waitlist) |
| Imola | Italy | 4.909 km | Anticlockwise, old-school, near Bologna | October 2027 (waitlist) |
| Zandvoort | Netherlands | 4.259 km | Dunes and two banked corners | Not on the 2027 calendar |
Lengths: Red Bull Ring and Portimão from the circuits' own sites; Hungaroring from Formula 1; Misano, Paul Ricard (Formula 1 layout 1C-V2), Imola and Zandvoort from each circuit's Wikipedia page.
Why Grand Prix circuits
They are built to the highest FIA safety grade, with wide run-off and full medical teams. And they are the circuits you have watched on television. Driving the same corners as a Grand Prix gives every lap a reference point you already know.
Which circuit for a first event
- Easiest to learn: the Red Bull Ring. Ten corners and clear braking points.
- Most learning per lap: the Hungaroring. Corners come one after another.
- Calmest for technique: Misano. Flat, with wide run-off.
- Most forgiving run-off: Paul Ricard, with asphalt instead of gravel.
- Hardest: Portimão. Blind crests mean the first day is about references.
- Most history: Imola, the Enzo e Dino Ferrari circuit, run anticlockwise.
Every circuit works for a first-time driver with a coach beside you. The difference is how quickly the lap feels natural.
Public track day or Stratos
| Public track day | Stratos | |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic | Hundreds of drivers and guests across the day, all sharing one circuit | Up to 15 drivers, and the circuit is yours |
| Track time | 20-minute sessions, a few per day, with long waits between them | Two full days on the Grand Prix layout, unlimited driving time |
| Who's there | Anyone who booked, from first-timers to club racers, all on track together | A group by invitation, founders and tech leaders under 45 |
| Cars | Your own road car, or a rental if one is allowed | Porsche GT3 and GT3 RS, Ferrari or Lamborghini, prepared and run by our team |
| Coaching | None, or one instructor shared across many drivers | Private coaching from professional instructors, in your car |
| Data | Whatever you record yourself | Onboard video and lap data, reviewed with your coach after each session |
| Accommodation | You find and book your own | Three nights at a hand-picked hotel near the circuit, with transfers included |
| Food | A trackside café | Catered lunches at the circuit and dinners at the region's best restaurants |
Where you stay
| Circuit | Hotel (from the event page) |
|---|---|
| Red Bull Ring | TAUROA Steirerschlössl, Zeltweg |
| Hungaroring | BOTANIQ Castle of Tura, Tura (proposed) |
| Portimão | Bela Vista Hotel & Spa, Praia da Rocha |
| Misano | Grand Hotel Rimini, Rimini (proposed) |
| Paul Ricard | Hôtel & Spa du Castellet, Le Castellet (proposed) |
| Imola | Palazzo di Varignana, Varignana (proposed) |
Hotels are subject to availability and may change to a similar or higher-standard property.
Getting there
| Circuit | Nearest airport |
|---|---|
| Red Bull Ring | Graz (GRZ), 88 km |
| Hungaroring | Budapest (BUD), about 30 to 35 km |
| Portimão | Faro (FAO), 81.8 km |
| Misano | Rimini (RMI), about 11 km; Bologna (BLQ), about 134 km |
| Paul Ricard | Toulon Hyères (TLN), about 55 km; Marseille Provence (MRS), about 65 km |
| Imola | Bologna (BLQ), about 40 km |
Distances are from each circuit page. Airport and circuit transfers are included on every Stratos event.
FAQ
Which Grand Prix circuits can I drive in Europe with Stratos?
The 2027 calendar lists the Red Bull Ring, Hungaroring, Portimão, Misano, Paul Ricard and Imola. Zandvoort is a circuit guide only.
Do I need experience to drive a Grand Prix circuit?
No. A valid driving license is enough, and a coach sits in your car from the first lap.
Which circuit is closest to a major city?
The Hungaroring, just outside Budapest.
Can I drive more than one circuit in a season?
Yes. Each experience is booked separately.
How do I book?
Request an invitation on the event page and authorize a 20% deposit hold. The founders review your request within 24 hours.
See the 2027 events · Request an invitation