F1 2025 Circuit Tracks and Layout Explained

The 2025 Formula 1 season will be an electrifying mix of classic circuits and hair-raising new challenges for the drivers and the fans. Each race on the calendar has its own unique set of challenges, from the straights and turn-in-on of such circuits as Monza and Silverstone, to the tight, twisty nature of Monaco and Hungary. With new race sites like Las Vegas and Saudi Arabia joining the calendar, F1 2025 promises to be a thrilling season with unpredictable climatic conditions and stiff competition.

Here is a complete list with the 24 races and details about tracks and the 2025 scheduled:

F1 2025 Circuit Tracks and Layouts Explained:

Race 1 – Melbourne – Australia

Melbourne Albert Park Circuit is a 5.278 km semi-street circuit with a reputation for its bumps and different grip levels. It is a high-speed circuit, with lap times in excess of 235 km/h. The circuit was altered in 2022, reducing its length by 23 meters and reducing the number of turns to 14. It requires a finely tuned chassis, especially when cornering where a reactive front end is a necessity.

First Race: 1985
Circuit Length: 5.278m
Number of Laps: 58
Biggest Winner: Lex Davison and Michael Schumacher 4x

Free Practice 1: March 13, 9:30 p.m.
Free Practice 2: March 14, 1:00 a.m.
Free Practice 3: March 14, 9:30 p.m.
Qualifying: March 15, 01:00 a.m.
Race: March 16, 0:00

Race 2 – Shanghai – China

The Chinese Grand Prix first appeared on the calendar in 2004 and was victorious for Rubens Barrichello. The circuit at Shanghai has a length of 5.4 km comprising high-speed bends, slow corners, and extended straights interspersed by a 1.2 km section of road between turns 13-14. Designed inspired by the Chinese character for ‘shang,’ meaning upwards, the circuit holds great opportunities to overtake and, with DRS zones activated, even greater ones, yet requires an optimal car setup. Turns 7 and 8 are drivers’ favorite among spectators with high G-forces.

First Race: 2004
Circuit Length: 5.451m
Number of Laps: 56
Biggest Winner: Lewis Hamilton 6x

Free Practice 1: March 20, 11:30 p.m.
Sprint Qualifying: March 21, 3:30 a.m.
Sprint Race: March 21, 11:00 p.m..
Qualifying: March 22, 3:00 a.m.
Race: March 23, 3:00 a.m.

Race 3 – Suzuka – Japan

The Japanese Grand Prix first appeared in 1987 at the Suzuka Circuit. Venue of the championship decisions especially between 1988 and 1991 with the battles between Ayrton Senna and Alan Prost. Suzuka moved to the beginning of the season and will stage the third race this year. Heaven of hardcore supporters, Suzuka is perhaps the most popular F1 circuit, with its fast pace and challenging corners like the serpent-shaped “S” curves. The track also boasts a unique crossover, putting it alongside F1’s all-time circuits. Suzuka remains drivers’ favorite due to its combination of technical and high-speed parts, which constitute an actual test of ability.

First Race: 1976
Circuit Length: 5,807m
Number of Laps: 53
Biggest Winner: Michael Schumacher 6x

Free Practice 1: April 3, 10:30 p.m.
Free Practice 2: April 4, 2:00 a.m.
Free Practice 3: April 4, 10:30 p.m.
Qualifying: April 5, 2:00 a.m.
Race: April 6, 3:00 a.m.

Race 4 – Sakhir – Bahrain

The Bahrain International Circuit was the first in the Middle East to welcome an F1 event in 2004. A challenging circuit at 5.412 km in length, featuring lengthy straights and demanding corners, it proves to be both a challenge to drive and exciting for spectators to watch. Floodlit since 2014, it celebrated its 10th year. The track’s toughest section is the tight, downhill Turn 10, while the fast Turn 12 offers an exhilarating experience. Drivers also face challenges like wind and temperature fluctuations, adding complexity to finding the right setup.

First Race: 2004
Circuit Length: 5.412m
Number of Laps: 57
Biggest Winner: Lewis Hamilton 5x

Free Practice 1: April 11, 7:30 a.m.
Free Practice 2: April 11, 11:00 a.m.
Free Practice 3: April 12, 8:30 a.m.
Qualifying: April 12, 12:00
Race: April 13, 11:00 a.m.

Race 5 – Jeddah – Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia Circuit — Photo via Formula 1

The Jeddah Corniche Circuit, introduced in 2021, is the fastest street track in F1, with average speeds of around 250 km/h, only second to Monza. 6.175 km in length, it is the calendar’s longest street circuit and one with 27 corners, many of them short, sweepers by the Red Sea. Designed by Tilke and the Motorsport division of F1, the circuit features temporary sections with permanent elements. The test is to do it fast with technically challenging lay-ups that are hard on drivers, providing the drive its thrill factor that drivers love.

First Race: 2021
Circuit Length: 6,174m
Number of Laps: 50
Biggest Winner: Max Verstappen 2x

Free Practice 1: April 18, 9:30 a.m.
Free Practice 2: April 18, 13:00 a.m.
Free Practice 3: April 19, 9:30 a.m.
Qualifying: April 19, 13:00
Race: April 20, 13:00 a.m.

Race 6 – Miami – United States

The Miami Grand Prix, held for the first time in 2022, is a thrilling street circuit around Hard Rock Stadium. The 5.41 km track features 19 turns, three straights, and potential three DRS zones, with top speeds of more than 320 km/h. The track includes dramatic elevation changes, particularly between Turn 13 and Turn 16, where the track goes over an exit ramp and flyovers. The Turn 14-15 chicane has a difficult uphill run-up, cresting then dropping on exit, to provide even more excitement for this outstanding race.

First Race: 2022
Circuit Length: 5.412m
Number of Laps: 57
Biggest Winner: Max Verstappen 2x

Free Practice 1: May 2, 12:30 p.m..
Sprint Qualifying: May 2, 4:30 p.m..
Sprint Race: May 3, 12:00
Qualifying: May 3, 4:00 p.m.
Race: May 4, 4:00 p.m.

Race 7 – Emilia-Romagna – Italy

Emiglia Romana Circuit — Photo via Formula 1

Imola, situated in Italy, is infamous for its tragic events during the 1994 F1 season, when Ayrton Senna and Roland Ratzenberger both died in solo crashes. It also witnessed extensive safety work on the circuit, with chicanes added and turns like Acque Minerali being re-profiled. Used by F1 during the 1960s, Imola held the San Marino Grand Prix between 1981 and 2006. After a period of F1 absence, the circuit was refurbished and returned to the circuit in 2020 as the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix. Imola remains among the best circuits in F1, renowned for its challenging setup and motorsport heritage. The 4.909-kilometer circuit remains a favorite among drivers due to its challenging corners and difference in altitude. Even though its past, the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix now has an engaging and competitive race weekend, with the Italian supporters eager to cheer on their home circuit once more.

First Race: 1980
Circuit Length: 4,909m
Number of Laps: 63
Biggest Winner: Michael Schumacher 7x

Free Practice 1: May 16, 7:30 a.m.
Free Practice 2: May 16, 11:00 a.m.
Free Practice 3: May 17, 6:30 a.m.
Qualifying: May 17, 10:00 a.m.
Race: May 18, 9:00 a.m.

Race 8 – Monte Carlo – Monaco

Monaco’s Grand Prix on the fabled 3.337-kilometre Circuit de Monaco at Monte Carlo is one of Formula 1’s most famous and demanding events. The streets are narrow and winding, yet too tight for any overtaking to take place, but the kind of challenge and precision of which drivers never tire. It’s a country that has got used to tradition since its long and storied past has featured unforgettable moments — and some even in recent times like unexpected victories and spectacular crash-outs. The track still punishes even the slightest mistake. After a record haul of 5 wins Ayrton Senna was also known as the King of Monaco. The event is still a fan favorite, offering a great and unique spectacle every year.

First Race: 1950
Circuit Length: 3,337m
Number of Laps: 78
Biggest Winner: Ayrton Senna 6x

Free Practice 1: May 23, 7:30 a.m.
Free Practice 2: May 23, 11:00 a.m.
Free Practice 3: May 24, 6:30 a.m.
Qualifying: May 24, 10:00 a.m.
Race: May 25, 9:00 a.m.

Race 9 – Barcelona – Spain

The Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, located just outside Barcelona, is renowned for its mixture of high- and low-speed corners. Built in 1991, it has hosted the Spanish Grand Prix since then. For many years, the circuit was the preferred venue for pre-season testing in Formula 1. Its layout offers a variety of challenges, including the tricky Turn 3 right-hander, which is key to evaluating car balance. Catalunya also features quick, sweeping corners, like the famous Turn 9-10 complex, which allows drivers to truly push the limits of their cars. Although the circuit has been criticized as not allowing as much overtaking as some of the other circuits, the narrowness in some areas makes it difficult to overtake.

First Race: 1991
Circuit Length: 4,675m
Number of Laps: 66
Biggest Winner: Michael Schumacher and Lewis Hamilton 6x

Free Practice 1: May 30, 7:30 a.m.
Free Practice 2: May 30, 11:00 a.m.
Free Practice 3: May 31, 6:30 a.m.
Qualifying: May 31, 10:00 a.m.
Race: Jun 01, 9:00 a.m.

Race 10 – Montreal – Canada

The Montreal’s Circuit Gilles Villeneuve is a low-downforce, high-speed circuit renowned for its stop-and-go nature. It subjects the drivers to vicious braking chicanes and the iconic hairpin, before slamming them into sharp, high-speed flowing corners. The most familiar feature of the circuit is the Wall of Champions at Turn 14, a notorious corner where drivers such as Damon Hill, Jacques Villeneuve, and Michael Schumacher infamously crashed in 1999.

The Canadian race use to be a surprise like in 2011 due to weather, when it happened the longest-ever Formula 1 race, with a Jason Button victory.

First Race: 1967
Circuit Length: 4,361m
Number of Laps: 70
Biggest Winner: Michael Schumacher and Lewis Hamilton 7x

Free Practice 1: Jun 13, 1:30 p.m.
Free Practice 2: Jun 13, 5:00 p.m.
Free Practice 3: Jun 14, 12:30 p.m.
Qualifying: Jun 14, 4:00 p.m.
Race: Jun 15, 2:00 p.m.

Race 11 – Red Bull Ring – Austria

Austrian Red Bull Ring is not big but full of thrills. The lap is half about rewarding power through three straights and uphill right-handers. The second half is the business of hard corners as the track plunges downhill, a highlight being the exciting Rindt right-hander named after Austria’s inaugural F1 winner. In 2004, the A1-Ring was dropped from the calendar, but was later purchased by Red Bull and rebranded as the Red Bull Ring before returning to the F1 calendar in 2014.

First Race: 1964
Circuit Length: 4,318m
Number of Laps: 71
Biggest Winner: Max Verstappen 4x

Free Practice 1: Jun 27, 7:30 a.m.
Free Practice 2: Jun 27, 11:00 a.m.
Free Practice 3: Jun 28, 6:30 a.m.
Qualifying: Jun 28, 10:00 a.m.
Race: Jun 29, 9:00 a.m.

Race 12 – Silverstone – United Kingdom

Silverstone holds a special place in the history of Formula 1 as the location of the first-ever World Championship event on May 13, 1950. The circuit has kept its reputation for being one of the fastest and most challenging on the calendar. Silverstone is loved by the drivers for possessing old-fashioned charm, modern amenities, and its massive passionate support. The British Grand Prix, conducted here, is a thrill for most, the atmosphere being simply electric, while the spectators are highly knowledgeable and supportive. A combination of speed, history, and technical demand, Silverstone remains a firm favorite on the F1 schedule. It is also a drivers’ favorite location.

First Race: 1950
Circuit Length: 5,891m
Number of Laps: 52
Biggest Winner: Lewis Hamilton 9x

Free Practice 1: Jul 4, 7:30 a.m.
Free Practice 2: Jul 4, 11:00 a.m.
Free Practice 3: Jul 5, 6:30 a.m.
Qualifying: Jul 5, 10:00 a.m.
Race: Jul 06, 10:00 a.m.

Race 13 – Spa-Francorchamps – Belgium

Spa-Francorchamps is a challenging and historic track, with a mix of high-speed corners, long straights, and unpredictable weather, which often leads to changing conditions around the track.

The most famous section of the track, Eau Rouge and Raidillon, is the drivers’ favorite, offering a thrilling test of ability and bravery. With corners like La Source and the Bus Stop chicane, Spa demands a complete range of driving abilities. Situated in the beautiful Ardennes forest, it remains a drivers’ favorite, combining its standard layout with an individual, challenging racing experience. It’s the longest circuit on the schedule at more than 7 km.

First Race: 1950
Circuit Length: 7,004m
Number of Laps: 44
Biggest Winner: Michael Schumacher 6x

Free Practice 1: Jul 25, 6:30 a.m.
Sprint Qualifying: Jul 25, 10:30 a.m.
Sprint Race: Jul 26, 6:00 a.m.
Qualifying: Jul 26, 10:00 a.m.
Race: Jul 27, 9:00 a.m.

Race 14 – Budapeste – Hungary

The Hungarian Grand Prix first appeared on the calendar in 1986, the inaugural event to be held behind the Iron Curtain. Nelson Piquet won the first race, famously passing Ayrton Senna on Turn 1. Hungaroring is a twisty, narrow track, more reminiscent of a kart track, where chassis balance and downforce are more crucial than raw speed.

The circuit has been modified twice significantly throughout its years. Overtakes are difficult qualifying a major determinant of race results.

First Race: 1986
Circuit Length: 4,381m
Number of Laps: 70
Biggest Winner: Lewis Hamilton 8x

Free Practice 1: Aug 1, 7:30 a.m.
Free Practice 2: Aug 1, 11:00 a.m.
Free Practice 3: Aug 2, 6:30 a.m.
Qualifying: Aug 2, 10:00 a.m.
Race: Aug 3, 9:00 a.m.

Race 15 – Zandvoort – Netherlands

Netherlands Circuit — Photo via Formula 1

Formula 1 first competed at Zandvoort in 1952. The event was run sporadically until 1985 and a one-off occasion in 2021 due to the popularity of Max Verstappen. The Zandvoort circuit is renowned for its rolling, rollercoaster layout over the sand dunes, The 4.259 km circuit features 14 corners, two DRS zones, and a mix of elevation changes. Despite the current-day improvements, it still has an “old-school” feel.

First Race: 1952
Circuit Length: 4,259m
Number of Laps: 72
Biggest Winner: Jim Clark 4x

Free Practice 1: May 30, 6:30 a.m.
Free Practice 2: May 30, 10:00 a.m.
Free Practice 3: May 31, 5:30 a.m.
Qualifying: May 31, 9:00 a.m.
Race: Jun 01, 9:00 a.m.

Race 16 – Monza – Italy

The Italian Grand Prix has been a regular event since 1950, and Monza has hosted F1 events right from the start of the World Championship. One of the most famous locations, home of the Ferrari team and with the most enthusiastic followers named Tiffosi. It is the fastest track on the F1 schedule, with over 260 km/h and a mean lap speed of 263 km/h. The circuit has a combination of flat-out straights and hard braking sections through tight chicanes. When Ferrari triumphs in Monza as they did last year we see amazing scenes and wonderful pictures from this unique location.

First Race: 1950
Circuit Length: 5,793m
Number of Laps: 53
Biggest Winner: Michael Schumacher and Lewis Hamilton 5x

Free Practice 1: Sep 5, 7:30 a.m.
Free Practice 2: Sep 5, 11:00 a.m.
Free Practice 3: Sep 6, 6:30 a.m.
Qualifying: Sep 6, 10:00 a.m.
Race: Sep 7, 9:00 a.m.

Race 17 – Baku – Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan Circuit — Photo via Formula 1

The first Grand Prix of Baku was in 2016. The Baku City Circuit has a mixture of high, fast straights and low, twisty corners through the city’s historic old town, with the long main straight along the seafront offering slipstreaming opportunities. Drivers have to deal with the issue of compromising downforce for the twisty parts and reduced drag for the high-speed parts. The city circuit has been plagued by high-speed crashes because of the close positioning of the barriers and challenging layout.

First Race: 2016
Circuit Length: 6,003m
Number of Laps: 51
Biggest Winner: Sergio Perez 2x

Free Practice 1: Sep 19, 4:30 a.m.
Free Practice 2: Sep 19, 8:00 a.m.
Free Practice 3: Sep 20, 4:30 a.m.
Qualifying: Sep 20, 8:00 a.m.
Race: Sep 21, 7:00 a.m.

Race 18 – Singapore – Singapore

Marina Bay Circuit is amongst the physically tough circuits in the schedule, having a bumpy street surface with high humidity which tires drivers. The drivers shed up to 3kg weight from the physical exertion through the race. The race would usually reach the 2 hours threshold. Singapore hosted its first Grand Prix in 2008, the Formula 1 world’s first-ever night race. Fernando Alonso claimed the controversial win for Renault after being ordered by team principal Flavio Briatore to crash the car intentionally. The incident was known as Singaporegate and led to the banning of Briatore from Formula 1.

First Race: 2012
Circuit Length: 5,513m
Number of Laps: 56
Biggest Winner: Lewis Hamilton 6x

Free Practice 1: Oct 3, 5:30 a.m.
Free Practice 2: Oct 3, 9:00 a.m.
Free Practice 3: Oct 4, 5:30 a.m.
Qualifying: Oct 4, 9:00 a.m.
Race: Oct 5, 8:00 a.m.

Race 19 – Austin – United States

The 5.5-kilometer COTA circuit includes corners modeled after legendary F1 circuits, including Silverstone’s high-speed Maggotts/Becketts, Suzuka’s S Curves, and Hockenheim’s stadium section. The climb into the wide Turn 1 is a hallmark passing zone. The United States Grand Prix is now one of the most popular and highly attended races, with the increasing popularity of F1 in the nation helping to make it a success.

First Race: 2012
Circuit Length: 5,513m
Number of Laps: 56
Biggest Winner: Lewis Hamilton 6x
Onboard Lap: https://www.formula1.com/en/latest/article/watch-ride-onboard-with-norris-for-his-impressive-pole-position-lap-in-sao.2NUJr5WeOGdQl9rBIP6psI

Free Practice 1: Oct 17, 1:30 p.m.
Sprint Qualifying: Oct 17, 5:30 p.m.
Sprint Race: Oct 18, 1:00 p.m.
Qualifying: Oct 18, 5:00 p.m.
Race: Oct 19, 3:00 p.m.

Race 20 – Mexico City – Mexico

Mexico City Circuit — Photo via Formula 1

The Hermanos Rodriguez circuit lies more than 2,000 meters above sea level and offers a 4.3 kilometers breathtaking lap. This is the scenario that poses several challenges to teams and drivers as the thin air impacts the performance of engines and the aerodynamic load on the car. And thus, it also harms tire performance in Mexico City. The circuit hosted F1 in 2015, but its future is uncertain after Sergio Perez’s split from Red Bull

First Race: 1963
Circuit Length: 4,304m
Number of Laps: 71
Biggest Winner: Max Verstappen 5x

Free Practice 1: Oct 24, 2:30 p.m.
Free Practice 2: Oct 24, 6:00 p.m.
Free Practice 3: Oct 25, 1:30 p.m.
Qualifying: Oct 25, 5:00 p.m.
Race: Oct 26, 4:00 p.m.

Race 21 – Sao Paulo – Brazil

The Brazilian Grand Prix at Interlagos is renowned for its changeable weather, which always leads to edge-of-your-seat racing full of surprises and emotion. The circuit is counter-clockwise, very rare in F1, and starts with a long straight leading into the famous “Senna S” corners, so called because they are named after the legendary Ayrton Senna. The second half of the circuit is slower, with lots of altitude changes, and the final section is flat-out.

Interlagos is a favorite among the drivers as it’s such a traditional and challenging circuit. Senna claimed his first home win in 1991, despite gearbox problems and having to fend off Riccardo Patrese. The circuit has banked corners and a difficult-to-handle in-field section with camber changes. The 2008 season is infamous for its crazy conclusion, with Lewis Hamilton overtaking Timo Glock on the last corner to take the World Championship from Felipe Massa, who won the race but not his championship. The weather was so unpredictable and the track so unforgiving that anything can happen at Interlagos.

First Race: 1973
Circuit Length: 4,309m
Number of Laps: 71
Biggest Winner: Alain Prost 6x

Free Practice 1: Nov 7, 9:30 a.m.
Sprint Qualifying: Nov 7, 1:30 p.m.
Sprint Race: Nov 8, 9:00 a.m.
Qualifying: Nov 8, 1:00 p.m.
Race: Nov 9, 12:00 p.m.

Race 22 – Las Vegas – United States

The Las Vegas Grand Prix debuted in 2023 and is the only race on a Saturday night. The 6.2-kilometer, 17-turn street circuit runs by legendary Las Vegas buildings like Caesars Palace, the Bellagio, and the Venetian. Featuring long straights, high-speed turn arcs, and slow chicanes, the circuit will provide high-speed entertainment with top speeds of around 342 km/h. Being a night race, the event features low evening temperatures, which pose special grip challenges for the teams. The average speeds are comparable to Monza, offering plenty of overtaking and excitement under the lights of the Las Vegas Strip

First Race: 2023
Circuit Length: 6,120m
Number of Laps: 50
Biggest Winner: Max Verstappen and George Russell 1x

Free Practice 1: Nov 21, 7:30 p.m.
Free Practice 2: Nov 21, 11:00 p.m.
Free Practice 3: Nov 22, 7:30 p.m.
Qualifying: Nov 22, 11:00 p.m.
Race: Nov 23, 11:00 p.m.

Race 23 – Doha – Qatar

During the 2023 Qatar Grand Prix, drivers almost passed out and protested both the conditions and the extreme heat of the race. Moving forward, whenever the temperature reaches more than 30.5°, the teams will be notified to add a battery-powered cooling vest in the car. Since there are increasingly more races in such extreme heat, this system will help the drivers physically.

First Race: 2021
Circuit Length: 5,380m
Number of Laps: 57
Biggest Winner: Max Verstappen 2x

Free Practice 1: Nov 28, 8:30 a.m.
Sprint Qualifying: Nov 28, 12:30 p.m.
Sprint Race: Nov 29, 9:00 a.m.
Qualifying: Nov 29, 1:00 p.m.
Race: Nov 30, 11:00 a.m.

Race 24 – Abu Dhabi – United Arab Emirates

The Yas Marina Circuit was opened in 2009 and has staged the season finale in recent years, and saw the dramatic and controversial last lap decision between Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton in 2021. The circuit features a 1.2-kilometer straight between Turns 5 and 6 that provides excellent overtaking opportunities. The circuit also features a challenging run through Turns 10-12, where the drivers experience extreme braking with the application of lateral load.

First Race: 2009
Circuit Length: 5,281m
Number of Laps: 58
Biggest Winner: Lewis Hamilton 5x

Free Practice 1: Dec 5, 4:30 a.m..
Free Practice 2: Dec 5, 8:00 a.m.
Free Practice 3: Dec 6, 5:30 a.m.
Qualifying: Dec 6, 9:00 a.m.
Race: Dec 7, 8:00 a.m.

As the 2025 season rolls on, each circuit will test the world’s best drivers on their abilities and tactics. Whether it’s the pace of the old-school circuits or the sophistication of the new ones, each race is different. The variety of circuits ensures that no two races are the same, so F1 2025 is a season that fans won’t want to miss.

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