Bol d’Or 2027 – France

What to expect in 2027

Bol d’Or is one of the major historic motorcycle endurance events in France and forms part of the FIM Endurance World Championship. The event is centred on a 24-hour endurance race at Circuit Paul Ricard, supported by additional motorcycle races, paddock activities, exhibitions, village entertainment, parades and concerts. The official organiser describes the Bol d’Or as a major international motorcycle endurance event with a long-standing history.

The 2027 edition is planned at Circuit Paul Ricard in Le Castellet. Detailed sporting entries, the complete programme and ticket catalogue for the new edition have not yet been published by the organiser, so information that depends on those announcements should be treated as pending confirmation.

The established event format gives spectators access to much more than the principal endurance race. The official programme has included the Bol d’Or Village, motorcycle parades, historic motorcycle exhibitions, mechanical shows, a nature and adventure leisure area and a karting track.

The paddock is another central attraction. Official spectator information provides paddock access with general-admission products, while selected premium experiences add grid access, stand visits and team-specific activities.

For motorcycle enthusiasts, the combination of endurance racing, night running, historic machinery, team activity and a large spectator village makes the event a multi-part motorsport experience rather than a single race.

Match/event dates

September 2027 (Dates TBD).

The organiser has not yet published the confirmed 2027 event dates on the official Bol d’Or website. The 2027 edition should therefore be treated as scheduled for September 2027 with the exact dates still to be confirmed.

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Stadium & sports venue

Bol d’Or takes place at Circuit Paul Ricard at Le Castellet in southern France. The venue is a permanent international motorsport circuit and is the established home of the modern Bol d’Or.

The official Bol d’Or information identifies the competition layout as the circuit’s large configuration, with the published sporting information giving a length of 5.791 kilometres.

The circuit is organised into several areas for spectators and competitors, including the paddock, grandstands, general enclosure, villages, camping areas, parking facilities and hospitality spaces.

The main spectator ticket has traditionally included access to the paddock, selected grandstands, the pit-lane visit, villages, concerts and other animations.

Circuit Paul Ricard is located near Le Castellet and is well positioned for visitors travelling through the Provence and Côte d’Azur region. The surrounding area includes Le Beausset, Bandol, Toulon and other towns that can provide accommodation and transport options.

Full fixture or event schedule

The detailed 2027 programme has not yet been published. The established Bol d’Or sporting programme includes several motorcycle competitions and supporting activities.

The organiser currently identifies the following principal races:

• Bol d’Or, the 24-hour endurance race
• Bol d’Or Classic, a four-hour historic motorcycle endurance race
• Bol d’Argent, a three-hour roadster competition
• Moto Journal Sport Adventure Race

The official FAQ confirms that these races form part of the sporting programme and provides the respective competition structures.

Beyond racing, the event programme includes the Bol d’Or Village, motorcycle parades, historic motorcycle exhibitions, mechanical shows, a nature and adventure leisure area and karting.

The organiser also stages concerts and other entertainment around the circuit. Previous official programming has included a dedicated music stage and mechanical entertainment alongside the racing programme.

The final 2027 timetable should be checked on the official programme page once the organiser publishes it.

Teams, athletes & participants

The principal Bol d’Or race attracts international endurance teams competing with factory-supported and independent motorcycles. Individual rider line-ups are generally confirmed closer to the event and the 2027 entry list has not yet been published.

The main endurance competition uses the EWC, Superstock and Experimental categories under the event’s sporting structure. The organiser’s published information identifies these three categories for the Bol d’Or.

The Superstock field provides a separate competitive pathway within the FIM Endurance World Cup structure, while Production and Experimental machinery can also feature within the wider endurance programme depending on the applicable championship regulations.

The 2026 edition demonstrates the international nature of the field. The FIM reported 56 starters in the principal event, with 36 classified finishers. BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team won with Markus Reiterberger, Steven Odendaal and Michael van der Mark riding the number 37 BMW M 1000 RR.

The complete 2027 teams, motorcycles and rider line-ups remain to be confirmed through the official sporting entry process.

Tournament format & competition structure

The Bol d’Or is an endurance race rather than a conventional short-format motorcycle competition. Teams must keep their motorcycles running competitively for an extended period while managing rider changes, pit stops, fuel consumption, tyres, mechanical reliability and changing track conditions.

The principal event is a 24-hour race. The organiser also identifies Bol d’Or Classic and Bol d’Argent as separate competitions with their own sporting formats.

For the principal Bol d’Or, the published category structure includes:

• EWC
• Superstock
• Experimental

The Bol d’Or Classic is for motorcycles meeting its historic eligibility requirements, with Classic, Post Classic 750 and Post Classic 1000 categories identified by the organiser. Bol d’Argent uses Roadster machinery divided into Mid and Open categories.

Endurance racing rewards consistency as well as speed. Teams must maintain competitive lap times while limiting mechanical problems and efficiently completing pit stops.

The final sporting regulations and technical requirements for the 2027 competition should be checked once the relevant regulations are published.

Match/event times

The detailed 2027 session times have not yet been released.

The established event format includes practice and qualifying activity before the main endurance race, followed by the principal 24-hour competition and supporting motorcycle races. The official FAQ confirms the presence of the Bol d’Or, Bol d’Or Classic, Bol d’Argent and Moto Journal Sport Adventure Race.

Because endurance racing continues through the night, spectators can experience the motorcycles under daylight and artificial lighting conditions. This is an important part of the character of the event, particularly around the pit lane and spectator areas.

The official programme should be consulted for the final practice, qualifying, race-start, support-race and entertainment times once the organiser releases the 2027 schedule.

Ticket types

The 2027 ticket catalogue has not yet been published.

The latest official ticket structure includes several categories designed around different spectator requirements. These include general enclosure admission, grandstand tickets, camping-area access, parking products and VIP or hospitality experiences.

The general enclosure product provides access to the paddock, Grand Prix Hall and start-line grandstands, pit-lane visits, villages, concerts and animations under the applicable ticket conditions.

Other established ticket categories include:

• General enclosure admission
• Grandstand tickets
• Mistral / MCTBO reception area
• Lac reception area
• Car parking
• Motorcycle parking
• Motorhome parking
• VIP experiences
• Departure hospitality
• Bol d’Or hospitality
• Team-specific supporter packages

Children under 10 have been admitted free under the organiser’s published conditions when accompanied by an adult holding a valid ticket.

Because 2027 prices are not yet announced, the official organiser should be checked for the confirmed ticket catalogue before publication or purchase.

Ticket release phases

The official 2027 ticket-release timetable has not yet been announced.

The organiser normally separates general admission, grandstand, camping and parking products from premium hospitality products. Some ticket categories can also have limited allocations.

The published ticketing system has previously offered different admission periods, including multi-day general admission and shorter admission products. Certain products were explicitly limited in quantity.

Group and corporate discounts have also been offered for qualifying bookings. The official FAQ states that group and works-council reductions are available for groups of more than 15 people through advance purchase.

Visitors should use the official Bol d’Or ticketing page when the 2027 sales announcement is made because the exact release phases, allocations and conditions may differ from previous editions.

VIP & hospitality options

Bol d’Or provides several premium experiences for spectators who want closer access to the teams and race infrastructure.

The organiser’s established VIP offering has included an Immersion ticket providing general enclosure and paddock access, access to the starting grid shortly before the race and an exclusive guided lap of Circuit Paul Ricard in an open-top bus with a Bol d’Or legend.

Team-specific hospitality has also been available. The Yoshimura SERT Motul package has included paddock access, a stand visit, access to the starting grid, a viewing terrace, a helicopter flight, a minibus tour of the safety lane, catering and VIP parking.

Other packages have included a Team 113 supporter experience with a team welcome, stand visit, team-manager meeting, guided access and a dedicated guest village.

The Bol d’Or and Departure hospitality lounges provide terraces overlooking the start and pit-lane area together with catering and drinks services.

The 2027 VIP catalogue and prices remain to be confirmed.

Stadium & event rules

Bol d’Or operates enhanced security controls covering spectators, vehicles and items brought into the venue. The official rules prohibit fireworks and other pyrotechnic devices, as well as objects that may constitute weapons without legitimate reason.

Open fires are prohibited throughout the event site. The organiser also prohibits glass objects, including glass bottles. The official FAQ specifically states that barbecues are prohibited except for an electric grill supplied by a small personal generator under the stated conditions.

Animals are not permitted inside the circuit, even when kept on a leash.

Spectators must keep their access tickets available and comply with security checks. Certain areas, including the track and restricted technical areas, are accessible only to people with the appropriate authorisation.

Vehicle restrictions also apply to particular camping and reception areas. Visitors should check the vehicle rules before travelling, especially if arriving with a caravan, trailer, large utility vehicle or motorhome.

How to get there

Circuit Paul Ricard is situated at Le Castellet in the Var department of southern France.

Visitors travelling by car should plan their route carefully because a major motorcycle endurance event can create significant traffic around the circuit. The official site uses different access points for general admission and specific reception areas.

The main entrance serves most ticket categories, while the Mistral / MCTBO reception area has its own access arrangements.

The wider region is connected with Toulon, Marseille, Aix-en-Provence and other major destinations by road and rail. Visitors arriving internationally can use airports serving the Provence and Côte d’Azur region and then continue by road or organised transfer.

Because the circuit is outside a large city centre, checking the final access map and traffic arrangements before travelling is particularly important.

Public transport & parking

The organiser provides dedicated parking options for motorcycles, cars and motorhomes.

Motorcycle parking is available free of charge under the published conditions and is located inside the circuit. Car parking and motorhome parking are paid options, while motorhomes must be self-sufficient in water and electricity for the designated parking area.

Additional vehicle parking is associated with the Mistral / MCTBO reception area. Vehicles entering that area must meet the relevant height and vehicle-type restrictions.

The Lac reception area is intended for motorcycles and pedestrians, with nearby car parking rather than direct car access into the reception area.

Visitors using public transport should check the final event access information for shuttle services and any temporary transport arrangements announced for the 2027 edition.

Accommodation areas

The Bol d’Or offers on-site camping through two principal reception areas.

The Mistral / MCTBO area is situated in the northern part of Circuit Paul Ricard along the Mistral straight. It accommodates motorcycles, certain cars, eligible converted vans and motorhomes under the organiser’s vehicle requirements.

The Lac reception area is near the main entrance and close to the Bol d’Or and Classic villages. It is reserved for motorcycles and pedestrians, with car parking nearby.

Both reception areas provide sanitary facilities, including showers and toilets. The published information states that the camping areas do not provide electrical connections, while motorhome parking does not provide water or electrical hookups.

Visitors who prefer hotels can stay in Le Castellet and nearby towns such as Le Beausset, Bandol or Toulon. The official accommodation service also offers hotel-and-ticket packages and identifies an official travel partner for hotel reservations.

Food & drink at the venue

Food and beverage services are available throughout the circuit. The official FAQ confirms that numerous food stands operate around the venue.

Visitors may also bring food for a picnic in the reception areas, provided that they follow the restrictions concerning fire and glass containers.

The event’s hospitality packages provide additional catering options. The published VIP programmes have included breakfasts, lunches, snacks, dinners, cocktail services and non-alcoholic drinks depending on the package.

Spectators staying in the camping areas can therefore combine their own provisions with the commercial food outlets around the circuit.

Because the event operates across a large motorsport site, visitors should plan meals around the racing schedule and allow time to reach the desired food area from their viewing location.

Accessibility

The organiser provides access arrangements for people with reduced mobility.

The official FAQ states that people with reduced mobility can access the circuit, reception areas and different animations. It also identifies reduced-mobility access to the grandstands around the start-line straight.

Visitors should consult the latest event map for accessible routes, parking and viewing facilities because the circuit covers a substantial area.

Toilets are provided within the general enclosure and in the reception areas.

Visitors requiring specific assistance should contact the organiser before travelling so that the latest arrangements for the new edition can be confirmed.

Best matches/events to attend

The principal Bol d’Or 24-hour race is the central sporting attraction. It provides the complete endurance-racing experience, including the changing conditions of a long-distance motorcycle competition.

The start is one of the key spectator moments because teams leave the grid together before beginning the long endurance contest.

Qualifying and practice sessions are useful for spectators who want to see riders and teams preparing for the main event. The paddock and pit-lane activities also provide opportunities to observe the teams more closely.

Bol d’Or Classic is another major attraction for enthusiasts interested in historic motorcycles. The event’s sporting information identifies separate Classic, Post Classic 750 and Post Classic 1000 categories.

Bol d’Argent provides another competitive format, while the Village, motorcycle parades, historic exhibitions, mechanical shows and concerts add non-racing activities to the programme.

Previous year’s highlights

The latest completed edition produced a significant result in the FIM Endurance World Championship. BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team won the Bol d’Or with the number 37 BMW M 1000 RR ridden by Markus Reiterberger, Steven Odendaal and Michael van der Mark.

The BMW covered 742 laps, which the FIM reported as a new Bol d’Or record. The team finished one lap ahead of the number 12 Yoshimura SERT Motul Suzuki and two laps ahead of the number 1 YART Yamaha Official EWC Team.

The result also gave BMW its first FIM Endurance World Championship title. The manufacturer became the first European motorcycle manufacturer to win the FIM EWC crown.

In the Superstock competition, Wójcik Racing Team won the FIM Endurance World Cup, while Audemar Motoclub Gemenos won the Production class and Team Metiss took the Experimental class honours.

These results illustrate the range of machinery and categories that make the Bol d’Or more than a single-class endurance race.

Official tickets

The official Bol d’Or ticketing platform is the primary source for admission, grandstand, camping, parking and hospitality products.

The organiser’s ticketing system has previously provided general enclosure admission with paddock access, grandstands, pit-lane visits, villages, concerts and animations. Separate camping and parking products are available for visitors who want to stay on or near the circuit.

Premium products can provide access to the starting grid, team areas, hospitality terraces, catering, VIP parking and additional experiences.

The 2027 ticket prices and release schedule have not yet been announced. Previous-edition pricing should only be used as a reference until the organiser publishes the new official catalogue.

Visitors should purchase through the official Bol d’Or ticketing system and verify the conditions of their chosen ticket before travelling.