The Sarthe and the motorcycle, it’s a beautiful and great love story. Biker, racing fan or amateur of thrilling activity , meet across the department to swallow the asphalt or applaud the performances of the greatest pilots in the world. You too, turn on the engines and hit the track!
The French Motorcycle Grand Prix
When it comes to motorcycles, Le Mans is a must! Meet the biggest stars of the asphalt during the Grand Prix de France of motorcycle which takes place every year at least May on the Bugatti circuit of Le Mans .
Essential event of the MotoGP World Championship , it brings together nearly 100,000 people, enthusiasts, amateurs or simply curious, for a weekend of spectacular races.
This event welcomes all types of public: mechanical enthusiasts, families, legendary drivers, speed lovers… Come and enjoy friendly and festive moments between two races or tests.
Concerts, shopping village with its many shops, large mechanical show, meeting with the riders and film screenings, are all opportunities to celebrate motorcycling in a joyful and family atmosphere !
La Sarthe, kingdom of motorcycles
The Sarthe by motorbike is perfect for discovering our natural and cultural heritage. Explore our three circuits (102 km and 133 km), on the handlebars of your car and enjoy our pleasant roads leading you from river to forest through our cities and countryside.
Download our circuits with their GPS route and their roadbook to not miss any of the hidden treasures of the Sarthe. The main monuments, centers of interest, viewpoints and even remarkable landscapes are within easy reach!
For a complete excursion, a suggestion of hotels, bed and breakfasts and restaurants is revealed to you for each itinerary. The beautiful motorcycle rides are yours!
The motorcycle, experiences to live
Motorcycling is your passion or do you simply want to discover this exhilarating universe of freedom and speed? We advise you to drop by the 24 Hours of Le Mans museum and in particular the space dedicated to two wheels. Enjoy a visit with a guide who will tell you the stories of the circuit and its experienced riders in the midst of a very nice collection of motorcycles.
The Le Mans circuit also hosts the 24 Heures Motos . This famous endurance race consists of chaining laps for 24 hours. Each motorcycle is ridden by 2 riders who alternate racing sessions.
And if you like racing and beautiful mechanics, don’t miss the 24 Hours of Le Mans , the legendary car race!
Finally, for those of you who drive, ride the prestigious Bugatti Le Mans circuit all year round with your own motorbike on an exciting and thrill-filled track day!