Which trackside camping?

[TonyHetherington]

We've just got a motorhome, and so rather than Camping Expo like we normally do, we want to try and get on the fence next to the track - the theory being we're going to put a sofa on top of the motorhome!

I realise actually getting on the fence itself will be a lottery, but for best preparation of that, what's the best camping site for that, do you think?

Thanks

[FredericRobinson]

Karting Nord not sure how you go about securing the pitches by the track though, (or Maison Blanche maybe)

[TonyHetherington]

I doubt you can secure the pitches, just a case of getting there as early as possible I guess, but thanks - that's the sort of info we're after

[FraMac]

You can secure the pitches on Maison Blanche - one lot of campers are in the same spot, trackside, year after year (next to Corvette corner / curve / whatever). A few years ago they built a pyramid viewing platform which was invaluable for getting pictures over the catch wire.

[TonyHetherington]

Ah, that adds a new option then, thanks!

[FraMac]

No prob - I don't know if they book direct with ACO or via an agent - best wishes with it.

[allojon]

Karting Nord doesn't exist any more.

[eastsider]

Tetre Rouge, get tickets early (if you can) and arrive at LM very early though.

allojon said:

Karting Nord doesn't exist any more.

Really? Seemed to be alive and kicking this year to me. Or are you being pedantic as its now just called Karting? (is it?)

[mrmr96]

TonyHetherington said:

Ah, that adds a new option then, thanks!

Indeed - book onto Maison Blanche and the pitches are all laid out and location booked in advance. Room for motorhomes near the fence at Porsche Curves.

[allojon]

No, I was there the other day and ACO officials told me Karting Nord is being re-built and won't be sold as a camping area any more. Work starts any day now, they were just waiting for the Moto 24 week to finish.

[MadMacMcMad]

I am a little biased, but TL are track side inside the Tertre Rouge bend and GE zone.
Pretty much as close to the track as you can.
It would not be possible to watch from the roof of your camper, but 50mtrs from the marquee bar is the track.

[gt6]

TR is still first come pick your spot but in theory no motorhomes allowed, however there are always a few there, in order to get a spot
close to the fence you will need to be there monday at the latest. Tickets for TR however are harder to get than rocking horse st as it is very small and full of the same people every year. I have used it for the last 15 years.

eastsider said:

Tetre Rouge, get tickets early (if you can) and arrive at LM very early though.

allojon said:

Karting Nord doesn't exist any more.

Really? Seemed to be alive and kicking this year to me. Or are you being pedantic as its now just called Karting? (is it?)

[Blues]

Another vote for Team Langoustine - you won't find a better site, all IMHO of course

[kel176506]

Thats a shame about Karting Nord, been there for the last 4 years and really liked it. How much is it to camp on the Team Langoustine site? I can't see the prices for 2013 on their website but how much was it last year?

[MadMacMcMad]

It is an expensive place to be, but you do get a lot.
40 mtr pitch. £340. 50 mtr pitch for motor home £400. Regardless of the number of occupants.
24Hrs security/marquee with bar, TV, SAT, Music, food onsite just for the site occupants, private loos etc and inside the GE zone inside Tertre rouge corner with the track 30mtrs from the bar. The site is restricted to wrist band holders only and a maximum of 170 vehicles. So no over crowding.
Give the guys a call if you want more info.
It is not easy to get in as previous years customers always get a heads up. This makes for a more sociable site as many people have met in previous years.

I hope that helps.

[chum racing]

Tony, don't forgot Motorhomes are welcome on the PistonHeads private campsite too.

[hyper jay]

rip karting nord ,was a good site and the view over the curves amazing ,

big shame ..end of a era