Formula 1® fans, mark your calendars: in September 2026, Madrid will host its first Grand Prix in over four decades. The brand-new MADRING circuit, set around the IFEMA exhibition and conference center in the north of the city, promises to deliver speed, spectacle, and the unique buzz of racing in the heart of a European capital. For fans in Amsterdam, this new Spanish Grand Prix is the perfect excuse for a late-summer getaway combining world-class racing with the vibrant culture of Madrid.
MADRING: A New Circuit Built for Thrills
The Spanish capital steps back into the spotlight of global motorsport with the Madrid Grand Prix, scheduled for 11–13 September 2026. This addition to the F1® calendar means Spain will become the only European country hosting two races in the same season (Barcelona and Madrid), joining the likes of the United States, which boasts three. The newly designed MADRING circuit offers a 5.5 km semi-urban layout with 22 corners, blending city streets with purpose-built track. Among its highlights is “La Monumental,” a sweeping banked curve with a 24% incline and more than 500 meters of length—set to be one of the most spectacular corners in Formula 1®.
With its mix of high-speed straights and technical sections, the track is designed to push drivers to the limit and keep fans on edge from start to finish. Expect a stellar grid, with Max Verstappen, Lando Norris, Charles Leclerc, George Russell, and Oscar Piastri competing alongside Spanish heroes Fernando Alonso and Carlos Sainz, who unveiled the project to massive crowds in Madrid during a special roadshow in 2024.
Beyond Racing: A Festival Atmosphere in Madrid
The Grand Prix is more than just a race—it’s a full celebration of motorsport and culture. Over the race weekend, fans will be able to enjoy dedicated fan zones, live music performances, artistic programming, and food experiences, turning MADRING into a true festival hub. Its location around IFEMA—Madrid’s major international fairground and events center—just minutes from the airport, makes it one of the most accessible venues in the Formula 1® calendar. With metro, commuter trains, and buses connecting directly to the track, most fans will be able to reach the event without ever needing a car.
Tickets officially go on sale on 23 September 2025, but those who want early access can join the official waiting list. For visitors traveling from Amsterdam, the Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid offers the perfect chance to combine the thrill of high-speed racing with the Spanish capital’s world-class museums, lively nightlife, and late-summer sunshine.
