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The Formula E race calendar.
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No race calendar is as varied as that of Formula E. The circuits in some of the biggest cities in the world offer fans maximum diversity – and pose major challenges to drivers and teams. Each circuit comes with its own different features and challenges. Ever-changing surfaces, extreme heat and differences in temperature put man and machine through their paces – and provide spectators with a feast of spectacular racing. You can find insights into all the venues, as well as important information and details on all the circuits, in our extensive race calendar for Season 7 of Formula E.
- Diriyah.
- Rome.
- Valencia.
- Monaco.
Diriyah, Saudi Arabia, 26th/27th February.
Diriyah has been a fixture on the Formula E race calendar since Season 5, and no other team has enjoyed as much success there as BMW i Andretti Motorsport. BMW recorded three pole positions and two race wins in the previous three E-Prix.
A first for the series, set against a historic backdrop.
Fans can look forward to a double-header in Diriyah. No fewer than 21 corners await the drivers at the 2.495-kilometre circuit. The cars weave along the historic city wall, before heading down the finish straight and back into the heart of the city. The opening round of Season 7 has another first for Formula E in store, as the series will stage a night race for the first time.
Into the desert.
Diriyah is a suburb of Riyadh, to the northwest of the city, and has a population of 33,213. The original settlement is located in the Wadi Hanifa and consists of low mud buildings. These are not lived in nowadays, and can be visited as a kind of open-air museum.
Rome, Italy, 10th April 2021.
After the opening round in Diriyah, the drivers and teams head to the Italian capital for the first leg of the European season.
Racing through antiquity.
The circuit in the EUR district of the city has been altered slightly since the most recent races. A total of 19 corners await the drivers. The track heads past such attractions as the Palazzo dei Congressi, the Piazzale Marconi, and the famous Palazzo della Civiltà Italiana.
The ‘Eternal City’.
The ‘Eternal City’ on the banks of the Tiber has a history dating back almost 3,000 years. Ancient ruins like the Forum Romanum and the Colosseum are evidence of the former power of the Roman Empire. The Italian capital has maintained its magnificent architecture and ancient buildings to the present day.
Valencia, Spain, 24th April 2021.
Although Valencia has never hosted a Formula E race, the drivers and teams are very familiar with the circuit. The track on the outskirts of Valencia has recently provided the venue for the official pre-season test four times in a row.
A first on Spanish ground.
Formula E travels to Spain for an actual race for the first time, having visited Valencia for the official tests in recent years. The circuit is the only permanent racetrack on the current Formula E calendar. A new layout, which will be announced at a later date, is being developed for the race on 24th April.
Shining light in the Mediterranean.
The many hours of sunlight throughout the entire year have earned Valencia the nickname ‘La Clara’ (the bright city). The port on the southeast coast of Spain is located at the mouth of the Turia, where the river meets the Mediterranean. It is famous for the ‘Ciudad de las Artes y de las Ciencias’, a cultural and architectural complex, which is home to a park and futuristic buildings, including a planetarium, an oceanarium, and an interactive museum.
Monte Carlo, Monaco, 8th May 2021.
Few other locations are as synonymous with motorsport as Monaco, where the annual Formula 1 race is the most prestigious Grand Prix of all, and the Rally Monte Carlo is one of the most important events in the world of rallying. The principality only hosts Formula E every two years, but it is still an absolute highlight on the race calendar and has a prominent supporter, in the form of the head of state. Prince Albert II of Monaco’s foundation has been working for a greener future and sustainable mobility for many years.
Through the streets of the principality.
This street circuit is infamous. Any mistakes are punished severely, and overtaking is only possible in a few places. Qualifying therefore plays a crucial role in the outcome of the race. The Formula E layout is shorter than that used for Formula 1. Instead of heading uphill to Casino de Monte Carlo when they come out of turn one (Saine-Devote), the Formula E cars immediately turn downhill towards the harbour and to a bend at the exit of the famous tunnel.
Home of the rich and beautiful.
Luxurious casinos, a huge marina and, of course, the Grimaldis; when you think of Monaco, you think of glamour, luxury, beauty and wealth. Monaco has enjoyed a reputation as a magnet for high society since the marriage of Prince Rainer III and actress Grace Kelly, if not longer. Roughly half of the 38,000 residents of the principality are millionaires. The view of the picturesque Côte d’Azur provides a pleasant backdrop to all this glamour.
- Marrakesh.
- Santiago.
Marrakesh, Morocco, 22nd May 2021.
Marrakesh became the first African country to host an E-Prix in Season 2 of the ABB FIA Formula E Championship. The ‘Pearl of the South’ has since established itself as a permanent fixture on the calendar and welcomes the series for the fifth time in 2021.
Along the unique walls of Medina.
The Formula E weekend takes place on a temporary track, the Circuit International Automobile Moulay el Hassan, which also hosts the FIA World Touring Car Championship. The highlights of the 2.91-kilometre circuit include the sections along the centuries-old walls of Marrakesh.
The Pearl of the South.
With unique flair, Marrakech casts its spell over everyone it meets. A sea of colours and smells, impressive palaces and breath-taking gardens await visitors to the Moroccan metropolis. Medina, a densely built-up and walled medieval city from the time of the Berber civilisation, is a real tourist magnet.
Santiago, Chile, 5th/6th June 2021.
Like last year, Formula E is taking place in the heart of the cultural centre of the Chilean capital. The circuit in Parque O’Higgins is again the venue for the Santiago E-Prix. This was originally scheduled to be the opening round of Season 7, but the double-header was postponed until June.
Racing in the shadows of the Andes.
The 2.46-kilometre circuit, set against the spectacular backdrop of the Andes, features a technically demanding layout and is a real test of the drivers’ concentration and precision. Last season, Maximilian Günther claimed his maiden Formula E victory in the Chilean capital, making him the youngest race winner ever in the fully-electric series.
Colonial beauty.
The colonial old town is dominated by two landmarks: the Palacio de la Real Audiencia from 1808, which today houses the National History Museum, and the Metropolitan Cathedral. Parque O’Higgins, the venue for the Santiago E-Prix, is not far from the cathedral.
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01/02 Diriyah
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26th/27th February 2021
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03 Rome
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10th April 2021
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04 Valencia
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24th April 2021
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05 Monaco
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8th May 2021
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06 Marrakesh
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22nd May 2021
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07/08 Santiago
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5th/6th June 2021
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Venue
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Venue
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Date
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01/02 Diriyah
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26th/27th February 2021
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05 Monaco
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8th May 2021
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03 Rome
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10th April 2021
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06 Marrakesh
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22nd May 2021
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04 Valencia
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24th April 2021
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07/08 Santiago
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5th/6th June 2021
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