Barcelona F1 Tickets

History of the Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix

The Spanish Grand Prix has been a regular feature of the Formula One World Championship since 1968 and is currently held at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. From 2026 onwards, the race will be run at a brand-new circuit in Madrid. The first winner of the Spanish Grand Prix was Juan Manuel Fangio in an Alfa Romeo in 1951. Formula One took place at Pedrables, a wide street circuit on the outskirts of Barcelona until the Spanish Grand Prix was moved to Jarama, a permanent circuit north of Madrid.

After two years of the paddock visiting Jarama, it was agreed to alternate every other year and share the event with Montjuïc, a street circuit north of Barcelona. In 1975, a tragic incident at Montjuïc involving Rolf Strommelen killed four spectators. The Spanish Grand Prix was run exclusively from Jarama from thereon.

In 1985, an attempt to revive Spanish support for Formula One came in the form of a new circuit in Jerez, southern Spain, which ran until 1990 and saw iconic battles with Ayrton Senna and Nigel Mansell. The track was popular with fans and drivers, but that didn’t stop the Spanish government once more changing venues. In 1991, Formula One visited Montmeló, Barcelona, the track still used to this day.

Spanish Grand Prix tickets are perfect for race fans who also enjoy soaking up the local culture, as Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya is only a short journey from the bustling city of Barcelona. Grab your tickets from Fanatix.

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Spanish Grand Prix Information

2026 Spanish Grand Prix Schedule

The 2026 Spanish Grand Prix runs from June 12-14. Times provided are local:

• Friday 12th 13:30-14:30: Practice 1
• Friday 12th 17:00-18:00: Practice 2
• Saturday 13th 12:30-13:30: Practice 3
• Saturday 13th 16:00-17:00: Qualifying
• Sunday 14th 15:00: Race

Previous Winners

2024 Spanish Grand Prix Summary

Lando Norris started on pole position but was beaten to Turn One by George Russell and Max Verstappen, with the three-time champion adopting the lead of the race on Lap Three. Lando then fights back through the field to chase down Verstappen for the lead, but he isn’t quite quick enough. The pair are a cut above the rest of the field, finishing over 15 seconds ahead of Lewis Hamilton.

Repeat winners

6 – Michael Schumacher (1995, 1996, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004)
6 – Lewis Hamilton (2014, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021)
4 – Max Verstappen (2016, 2022, 2023, 2024)
3 – Jackie Stewart (1969, 1970, 1971)
3 – Nigel Mansell (1987, 1991, 1992)
3 – Alain Prost (1988, 1990, 1993)
3 – Mika Häkkinen (1998, 1999, 2000)
2 – Emerson Fittipaldi (1972, 1973)
2 – Mario Andretti (1977, 1978)
2 – Ayrton Senna (1986, 1989)
2 – Kimi Räikkönen (2005, 2008)
2 – Fernando Alonso (2006, 2013)

Circuit information

Location: Carretera de Granollers a Parets, Carrer Mas Moreneta, s/n, PKM 2.5, 08160, Barcelona, Spain
Surface: Asphalt
Length: 4.657 km (2.894 miles)
Turns: 14
Direction: Clockwise
Capacity: 140,000

Best grandstands at the Spanish Grand Prix

Main Grandstand

• Fully-covered, reserved seating with TV access
• Overlooks the start/finish straight, pit lane and the podium
• High-end option that can become expensive quickly

Grandstands J & K

• Overlook the action-packed Turns 1-3 from reserved seating with TV access
• There is no coverage from extreme weather, but there are great views and an affordable ticket option
• A solid action-to-price ratio makes these tickets great value for fans wanting to see overtaking opportunities

Grandstand L

• Optimum view over Turns 4-7, including the tricky Turn 5 hairpin
• No coverage, but reserved seating and TV access means you can follow the action at all times
• Mid-range pricing makes this a popular choice for race fans

Travelling to Barcelona

Key information

• • Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) will be the closest and most common airport for international fans
  • Parking is possible for the Spanish Grand Prix. Prices range from €18-30 per day across six parking zones around the circuit. Arrive early to secure a spot

Train

• • • Montmeló is the nearest station, about a 25-minute walk from the circuit
    • A ticket costs between €5-10 each way

Bus

• • • Sagalés offers shuttle buses during race weekends from Barcelona Nord and Lloret de Mar for €20
    • Depending on the amount of stops, the journey can take 45-120 minutes

Taxi

• • • A taxi from Barcelona city centre will cost roughly €65 and take 40 minutes
    • Pre-booking is advised as these are in high demand

Home drivers to look out for

Fernando Alonso
Team: Aston Martin F1 Team
Car number: 14
Seasons active (races driven at the start of the season): 22 (401)
World Championships: 2 (2005, 2006)
Wins: 32
Podiums: 106
Pole positions: 22
Fastest laps: 26
2022 Spanish GP result: P9
2023 Spanish GP result: P7
2024 Spanish GP result: P12
2024 Championship position: 9th (70 points)

Carlos Sainz
Team: Williams Racing
Car number: 55
Seasons active (races driven at the start of the season): 11 (206)
Wins: 4
Podiums: 27
Pole positions: 6
Fastest laps: 4
2022 Spanish GP result: P4
2023 Spanish GP result: P5
2024 Spanish GP result: P6
2024 Championship position: 5th (290 points)