
Experiencing the thrill of a Formula 1 race is a dream for many fans—and living that dream in Europe, where the series has its roots, is the ultimate for many. But what if you could live that dream twice, or even thrice, in a single trip? Thanks to the way the Formula 1 calendar is currently structured, and the layout of the European continent, that is not only possible but surprisingly easy.
Regardless of how far you've traveled in the chase for F1 glory, this summer is your chance to journey deep into the European continent to bask in the electrifying atmosphere of not one, but two, or maybe even more, atmosphere-packed Grand Prix weekends. Here's why to pick Europe and what to best pair with each destination.
Compared to other continents, Europe’s circuits are tightly packed. Even as the series has expanded across the globe, many European tracks are within a few hundred kilometers of one another. Some are drivable within a single day, like Austria to Hungary or Belgium to the Netherlands.
For the ease of use, Europe has built an ideal transport system for moving between Formula 1 races. The high-speed trains and the highway network make it all so simple. If you want to drive it, you can do so in a few hours. If you want to take a regional train, it's a few hours, too. And if you’re one of those fans who has taken to the skies in a short-haul flight between two consecutive grand prix, then you’ve experienced for yourself another of the European F1 season's advantages.
European F1 races are often organized into back-to-back weekends or triple-headers with the aim of making the overseas travel to these events more manageable. You could very well find yourself watching two or even three races run on successive weekends, which, unless you happen to be jetting over to the Old World for some other reason, makes the kind of excessive travel that often accompanies F1 fandom much more bearable.
The Schengen Agreement covers most European countries. That means you can travel across their borders without needing visas or having your passport looked at. So you can stroll right into Belgium or the Netherlands, or Austria and Hungary, without a worry.
The F1 calendar frequently has the Red Bull Ring and the Hungaroring appearing close together. They are only around 400 km apart, and one can drive between the two in 4 hours. Trains via Vienna are also an option. Both tracks have ample local shuttle service on race weekends, and Budapest makes a vibrant city choice post to a rural race in Spielberg.
Reason it works: Two totally distinct circuits, short total travel time, and the opportunity to experience both Alpine Austria and metropolitan Hungary in a single journey.
When Spa and Zandvoort are arranged back-to-back (as is often the case), this is one of the simplest GP combos. The distance between the two is only 200 kilometers, and the drive time averages 3.5 to 4 hours. This gives plenty of time to set up at the second venue for a race the next day. There are also multiple train and coach options, these routing mainly through Liège and Amsterdam.
Reason it works: Famous consecutive races with a vibrant local fan base. The close distance between them means it's ideal for driving or taking a brief train ride between them.
Zandvoort and Monza are further apart, yet they are linked by a lot of flights between Amsterdam and Milan (1.5 hours). Experiencing the two venues in succession makes for an excellent contrast between the charged Dutch fans and the crazed tifosi.
Reason it operates: Speedy flight links; significant airports at either side; and two legendary competitions. This duet serves up substantial ambiance shifts and nifty travel logistics.
When Barcelona and Monaco are paired together in the calendar (a common occurrence in May), it is a simple task for fans to go from Monte Carlo to Barcelona. An over-hour flight from Nice to Barcelona gets you there in good time, and for fans staying in the French Riviera, a drive along the Mediterranean coast offers a beautiful and relaxing way to get to Barcelona.
How it functions: Two stunning locations for coastal travels and robust public transportation connections link the two circuits.
Although you could theoretically go to different regions to see back-to-back races, the distance, cost, and time zones make it impractical. Europe is a different story. You could wake up at Spa on Monday and be in Zandvoort by evening. Leave Austria in the afternoon and be having dinner in Budapest just a few hours later.
It is possible to take a three-race road trip—like Spa → Zandvoort → Monza, or Imola → Monaco → Barcelona—with just a couple of weeks off.
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