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The 24 Hours of Le Mans is one of the most prestigious endurance racing events in the world. The track features a mix of straightaways, chicanes, and legendary curves that challenge drivers and test the capabilities of their cars. Here are some of the most famous curves on the circuit.
A series of quick, sweeping corners that demand precision and skill from the drivers. This series of corners is known for its technical challenges and scenic surroundings.The corners are situated in the northern part of the circuit, between the Dunlop Curve and Tertre Rouge corner. This section of the track winds through a wooded area, giving it the name “Forest Esses.”
One of the most iconic and historic features of the Circuit de la Sarthe. It’s a long and extremely fast straight section of the track. With the introduction of chicanes, teams had to find the right compromise between top speed and cornering ability.
Located just before the start/finish straight, the chicanes were introduced to the track in 1968 to slow down the cars and improve safety. The addition of chicanes not only reduced speeds but also added an element of technical challenge to the track. These chicanes are designed as tight turns that require the drivers to slow down significantly and navigate through a series of left and right turns before rejoining the remainder of the circuit.
“Raccordement” is a French word that translates to “junction” in English. In the context of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the term refers to a specific aspect of the circuit with the junction between the permanent Bugatti circuit and the Circuit de la Sarthe.
The Dunlop chicane is located on the long straight section between the Dunlop Bridge and the Esses corners. This chicane can be quite challenging for drivers due to its sharp nature and the need to find the right balance between carrying enough speed through the chicane while setting up for a fast exit onto the straight.
The Maison Blanche (French for White House) is a corner situated on the southern portion of the track. The complexity of this corner comes from its high-speed nature and the challenge of transitioning smoothly from one turn to the next. Maison Blanche demands a balance between speed and control.
Arnage is a famous and crucial corner named after the nearby village. Due to the nature of the corner and its placement following a high-speed section, cars can experience issues with braking, traction, and stability, leading to spins or even crashes if not handled correctly.