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Algarve International Circuit

Portimão, Portugal

2.853 mi / 4.59 km
15 corners
Road Course $14.95
Algarve International Circuit - Grand Prix track layout

Track Specifications

2.85 mi
4.59 km
Track Length
15
per lap
Corners
37 mph
60 km/h
Pit Speed
60
in race
Max Cars
60
starting
Grid Stalls

Track Features

Night Racing
Not available
Rain Racing
Weather simulation
AI Racing
Practice with AI
Standing Start
Grid start
Rolling Start
Pace lap start

AboutAlgarve International Circuit

Commonly known as Portimão for the city in which it's based, Algarve International Circuit is one of Portugal's premier racing facilities. Breaking ground in early 2008 and opening later that year, it has boasted a full calendar of global and national events ever since. Twice the home of the Portuguese Grand Prix, the track has also hosted the 6 Hours of Portimão, numerous TCR events, and various other motorcycle, open wheel, and sports car races in that time.

A lap of Portimão is marked by heavy elevation changes throughout its 4.653 km (2.891 mile) layout. These big slopes mix with a varied selection of both tight and sweeping turns to produce one of the most old-school feeling laps out of any circuit to be built in the 2000s. You'll have the chance to sample all of its variations through both its Grand Prix and Moto configurations, each of which are available both with and without chicanes.

Racing This Week

Week 5 of 12
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FIA Formula 4 Challenge - Fixed

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IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge

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Location

Address

Portimão, Portugal

Timezone

Europe/Lisbon

Coordinates

37.2323, -8.6301

Other Configurations

Algarve International Circuit is available in 4 configurations in iRacing. You're viewing the Grand Prixlayout.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Algarve International Circuit in iRacing?

The Grand Prix configuration of Algarve International Circuit is 2.853 miles (4.59 km) with 15 corners per lap.

Does Algarve International Circuit have night racing in iRacing?

No, Algarve International Circuit does not currently support night racing in iRacing.

Is Algarve International Circuit free in iRacing?

No, Algarve International Circuit is paid content and costs $14.95.

What series race at Algarve International Circuit in iRacing?

This week, 2 series are racing at Algarve International Circuit: FIA Formula 4 Challenge - Fixed, IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge.

Does Algarve International Circuit support rain racing in iRacing?

Yes, Algarve International Circuit supports dynamic weather and rain racing in iRacing.

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