Belgian Grand Prix 2027: Spa-Francorchamps Grandstands and Camping

Belgian Grand Prix 2027: date and weekend format

The Belgian Grand Prix 2027 is scheduled for Friday 23 July to Sunday 25 July, with the race on Sunday 25 July. It is round 12 of 24 and follows the conventional format, with no sprint race. That means practice on Friday, qualifying on Saturday and the Grand Prix on Sunday. The Friday start is inferred from the usual three-day pattern rather than separately announced.

Session times for 2027 have not been published. The organiser normally releases the timetable a few weeks ahead, and we will update this page and notify the alert list. Late July in the Ardennes is mild, around 15 to 24 degrees Celsius, with frequent showers.

Spa F1 circuit guide: the longest lap on the calendar

The Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps is a permanent track of 7.004 km, the longest on the calendar, with 19 corners and 44 laps. The first Grand Prix here was in 1950, and the lap record is 1:44.701, set by Sergio Pérez in 2024. Capacity is around 130,000. Michael Schumacher won the Belgian Grand Prix six times.

The circuit runs through woodland and open hillside in the Ardennes, and the weather is famously local: it can be dry at one end of the track and raining at the other. That uncertainty has produced some of the most unpredictable races of the season, and it is part of why fans return year after year. The length of the lap also means the field is more spread out than at compact tracks, so battles often play out at high speed along the straights.

Eau Rouge and Raidillon at Spa F1

The uphill sweep of Eau Rouge and Raidillon is one of the most famous sequences in racing. It combines a steep climb with a rapid change of direction, and watching cars climb it in person gives a sense of elevation that television flattens.

Overtaking at Les Combes and the Bus Stop

Les Combes, at the end of the long straight after Eau Rouge, is the main overtaking point. The Bus Stop chicane is another place where drivers can attack and defend. Pouhon is a fast, sweeping left-hander that shows off car balance, and Blanchimont is a very fast corner late in the lap.

Where to watch the Belgian GP: grandstands and hillsides

General admission exists on hillsides, which makes Spa an excellent circuit for walking and watching from different areas. Because the track is so long, you cannot see everything from one spot, and many fans spend a day moving between corners.

A good plan is to pick one anchor spot for the main sessions and use the rest of the time to explore. Walking between viewpoints gives you a feeling for the size of the site, and the slopes give wide views over the valley. Remember to check which areas your ticket covers before you set off, as access is tied to the pass type.

Grandstand areas at the Belgian Grand Prix

• La Source is the hairpin at the start, a good place for the first lap.
• Eau Rouge and Raidillon is the iconic elevation sequence.
• Les Combes is a corner with passing opportunities.
• Pouhon is a fast corner that rewards a good view.
• Bus Stop is the final chicane, with attacking and defending.
• Blanchimont is a very fast corner for sheer speed.

Spa 2027 pass types: Gold, Silver and Speed Corner

The ticket list includes three-day passes such as Gold and Silver categories, including Gold 1 Pit, Gold 6, Gold 9, Silver 3, Silver 5 and Silver 7, plus a Speed Corner option. Always check the map for what each category offers. For help comparing, read the first F1 Grand Prix 2027 guide.

Belgian Grand Prix 2027 tickets: how to book

Tickets for the Belgian Grand Prix 2027 are available through the ticket button on this page, which shows live prices from our partner sellers. We do not quote figures here.

• Choose by priority: the pit and start for Gold 1, or a corner pass such as Speed Corner.
• Book early, since accommodation and camping pitches are limited.
• Bring rain gear as the weather can turn quickly.
• Use authorised resale only so your ticket is valid.

Premium experiences are covered in F1 hospitality 2027.

Getting to Spa-Francorchamps for the Belgian Grand Prix

The nearest airports are Liège and Brussels. Spa has a railway station, and shuttles are normally arranged for race weekend. If you drive, parking is available. Walking is part of the experience once you are at the circuit, so wear comfortable shoes, particularly if you plan to move around the hillsides.

Allow extra time on Sunday, because traffic in the Ardennes builds before the race and is slow afterwards. Travelling a day early can make the weekend much easier.

If you are travelling by rail, check the connections from Liège in advance and plan your return before the last session ends. Leaving a little buffer before a long journey home helps, particularly if you plan to catch an evening flight.

Where to stay for F1 Spa: towns, hotels and camping

Spa, Stavelot, Liège and Verviers are the usual bases. Spa and Stavelot are closest to the circuit, while Liège offers the biggest choice of restaurants and rooms. Camping is available nearby, which is a favourite with fans, and our Spa-Francorchamps camping 2027 guide explains more. Book early.

Spa 2027 weekend tips and the season ahead

Take rain gear, arrive early and expect traffic. The weather in the forest can differ from the weather in nearby towns, so layers are a wise choice.

Keep your valuables in a waterproof bag, bring spare socks if you are camping, and consider ear protection if you are close to the straights. With a bit of preparation, even a wet weekend at Spa can be among the best you will have at any race.

To plan your season, compare with the British Grand Prix and Austrian Grand Prix before this round, then the Hungarian Grand Prix and Italian Grand Prix after it. The F1 2027 calendar has every date.