The Circuit de Nevers Magny-Cours is a test bed for the mobility of tomorrow. Located bang in the middle of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, it is a reference in the world of motor sports. This iconic place, owned by the Nièvre Departmental Council since 1986, is a nexus of history and innovation.
The race track was built in 1959 by the owner of the lands, Jean Bernigaud, who was then serving as mayor of Magny-Cours. It went through many changes before its official inauguration in 1961. It hosted the prestigious Formula One French Grand Prix for eighteen years, between 1991 and 2008. Nowadays, it remains a hallowed site of motor sports and provides the backdrop for international competitions such as the WorldSBK and the GT World Challenge. Its modern infrastructures and tough 4.411km circuit with 18 turns make it a popular destination for professional and amateur racers alike.
Year after year, it draws thousands of enthusiasts who come to get a shot of adrenaline in competitions and on track days. Yet, in fact, the circuit transcends competition. It is a key economic and tourist hub determined to make a social and environmental impact through its unwavering commitment to a sustainable future. A hurricane of emotions and the memories of a lifetime await visitors to this incomparable place, which commands a prime location just two hours from Paris and three from Lyon.
