F1 DRIVING EXPERIENCE
€11,950.00 excl.VAT / pers
Your ultimate car enthusiast dream is now a reality.
€11,950.00 excl.VAT / pers
Your ultimate car enthusiast dream is now a reality.
Have you ever dreamed of driving a Formula 1 car? Now, you can. Imagine feeling the adrenaline, pushing your limits, and fulfilling a childhood dream. In partnership with an official F1 team, we offer this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to drive a real Formula 1 car, even with zero track experience.
The idea of driving a Formula 1 car excites you, but makes you a little nervous? Our programme is designed to provide essential training and an unforgettable driving experience. Experts from BWT ALPINE F1 TEAM and WINFIELD, including engineers, mechanics, instructors, and coordinators, will guide and support you throughout the day, ensuring you feel safe and confident. With the roar of the V8 power unit and expert guidance, you’ll conquer Circuit Paul Ricard and experience the thrill of being a Formula 1 driver for a day.
From beginners to experienced drivers.
From 7am to 7pm, take part in a turn-key experience that will take you on a racing driver’s journey with a top-quality team including instructors, engineers, physiotherapist, mental coach, group leaders…
07:00
Welcoming
19:00
End of the day
Welcome to Formula 1. Just like a pro racing driver, your fireproof equipment and helmet, which will be with you throughout the day, are meticulously prepared and waiting for you in individual lock...
Let’s face it! The Paul Ricard circuit is known to be very technical. Learn all the details of the famous French racetrack before your first driving session. Get on board a minivan and let the Wi...
You don’t become an F1 driver overnight. Except at Winfield. Nevertheless, racing requires to be in an excellent physical condition. Fortunately, we’ve got you covered. Our professional physiot...
Lights out and away we go! It’s time to experience the unique sensations of driving a Formula 4 car. You might be feeling a bit nervous, knowing that the car could spin at the slightest mistake. ...
Data analysis, lap-by-lap comparisons, braking force, re-acceleration time, like pro racing drivers, Winfield engineers are by your side after each track session to analyze your driving skills. The...
Take your seat in a Formula 1 car! During this essential step, the BWT Alpine F1 Team will adjust your seat and mirrors position, measure your braking force and phys...
Oh yeah! Adrenaline is starting to kick in. You feel yourself getting faster and faster. It’s a sign the extremely challenging Batak Pro is helping you to progress...
Say cheese! Before lunch, the entire Winfield team and BWT Alpine F1 Team will gather on the pitlane to capture a group photo. Okay, maybe you haven’t driven the F1 car on track yet, but it’s t...
Did you know the body achieves what the mind believes? To be 100% ready to drive a truly modern Formula 1 car, our mental coach will give you all the tools to unlock your full potential, boost your...
Your heart rate increases dramatically. The F1 engine wakes up and roars. Fantastic. Amazing. Breathtaking. No words can describe what you will experience in a Formula 1. You shift into 1st gear an...
After your exciting F1 session, you have the chance to go back on track, but this time as a passenger aboard the Formula two-seater, driven by a professional race driver. Although you are not behin...
All good things come to an end. You have just completed this once-in-a-lifetime experience. It’s now time to share your first impressions and highlights of the day with your fellow racers and Win...
Circuit Paul Ricard access
Accreditation pass to enter the circuit is included in the package.
WINFIELD premium facilities
Enjoy exclusive access to WINFIELD’s facilities at the heart of Circuit Paul Ricard.
Safety briefing
With our comprehensive briefings and professional guidance, we ensure a secure driving experience.
3 sessions - FIA Formula 4
Explore single-seater driving with 3 sessions of 20 minutes (average of 100km per driver) in an FIA F4 car.
3 laps - Formula 1
Experience the same emotions as an F1 driver in the Alpine E20 F1 car, powered by an exceptional V8 engine of 700hp!
1 passenger lap - Formula Two-Seater
Feel the thrill of a lifetime as a passenger of a pro-driver in the high-performance Formula Two-Seater.
Fully dedicated staff
With over 40 professionals from BWT Alpine F1 Team and WINFIELD, we ensure an expertly guided experience.
10 workshops
Briefings, track recce, data analysis, physical training, mental preparation… We focus on achieving your full potential.
FIA racing equipment
We provide you with FIA-standard full driving equipment for the duration of the day.
All day snacks & drinks
Snacks and drinks are available to refuel your energy needs throughout the entire day.
Lunch at the track
Enjoy a tasty meal at the Circuit Paul Ricard’s Panoramic Club Restaurant.
Personal photos
Two photographers are dedicated to capturing the best moments of your experience, both on and off the track.
Driver bag & goodies
Essential items for a complete experience are provided in your personal driver bag.
End of day drink
After this unique experience, savor champagne and amuse-bouche on the private terrace with racetrack view.
Hotel transfers
Get picked up at Grand Prix Hotel or Hotel Du Castellet and transported to WINFIELD for your experience (T&C’s to apply).
FIA FORMULA 4 (GEN 1)
Chassis MYGALE – Carbon Fiber monocoque – 590kg
Engine ALPINE 160 hp – 6750 rpm
Gearbox 6 speed paddle-shift
Tyres PIRELLI
Data acquisition & on-board camera
FORMULA 1 (E20) – operated by BWT Alpine F1 Team
Chassis – Carbon Fiber monocoque – 540kg
Engine 700 hp – 2.4L V8 engine – 18 000 rpm
Gearbox 7 speed paddle-shift
Tyres PIRELLI
Data acquisition & on-board camera
FORMULA TWO-SEATER
Chassis – Carbon Fiber monocoque – 500kg
Engine 550 hp – 3.5L V6 engine
Gearbox 6 speed paddle-shift
Tyres PIRELLI
On-board camera
WINFIELD RACING SCHOOL is the only racing school in the world to allow customers without ANY TRACK EXPERIENCE to drive a truly modern Formula 1 car operated by an F1 team.
Our instructors adapt their coaching to your driving level and ensure you will enjoy the experience in complete safety.
The CIRCUIT PAUL RICARD track is fully privatised during F1 DRIVING EXPERIENCE. For your F4 sessions in the morning, you share the track with 4 other drivers maximum. This allows you to enjoy the track without traffic risk, without pressure, at your own pace. For your F1 session, you are the only driver on-track, so you can focus on your once-in-a-lifetime experience.
For safety reasons, WINFIELD will provide all protective clothing and equipment required for the event at FIA standards. Due to insurance conditions, participants will not be permitted to wear any protective clothing or use any equipment other than the one provided.
For drivers that would like to bring someone on the event day, we propose the accompanying guest pass. For safety reasons, kids under 12 and animals are not allowed to have access to the event.
Yes, you can absolutely purchase a driving experience as a gift! Simply select the desired driving experience, fill in the recipient’s details, and make sure to mention in the ‘order notes’ section, before completing the payment, that it is intended as a gift. This way, we’ll be able to send you the gift voucher accordingly.
If a participant wishes or is forced to cancel a confirmed booking, cancellation charges shall apply. The participant (or the company) must notified WINFIELD of the cancellation in writing by registered letter with acknowledgment of receipt to the postal address indicated on WINFIELD’s documentation. Based on the date WINFIELD receives the letter, booking fee will remain due as follows:
– Less than 4 weeks prior to the event: 100% of the booking fee are due
– More than 4 weeks prior to the event: 50% of the booking fee are due
1. Winfield Racing School
2. Pit Building
3. Pit lane
4. Circuit entrance / Guard post
5. Grand Prix Hotel ***
6. Hôtel du Castellet *****
7. Castellet International Airport
8. Panoramic Club Restaurant
In order to participate to the event, each driver must comply with all the eligibity criteria of the event including:
Participants not matching the height and weight criteria mentioned above have the possibility to register to the event by accepting the risk to be refused from all or part of the on-track activities if they do not successfully perform and complete the standard safety procedures. In that case, participants accept that no refund or compensation will be made.
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