France · 3 to 5 days · about 130 miles

Le Mans 24 Hours: Paris to the Sarthe

Race week in the Loire countryside.

Every June fans from across Europe drive to Le Mans for the 24-hour race. Rooms in town go fast, so many stay in Tours or the Loire chateau towns and drive in.

Official event site: 24 Hours of Le Mans

Where to stay, night by night

1. Stop 1 · 2 nights

   Le Mans, France

   The old town, a tram ride from the circuit.

   Our pick: Hôtel Concordia Le Mans Centre Gare

   Boutique inns in Le MansPrivate homes on Vrbo

2. Stop 2 · 1 night

   Tours, France

   A Loire base with chateaux nearby.

   Our pick: Hôtel Oceania L'Univers Tours

   Boutique inns in ToursPrivate homes on Vrbo

When to go

Mid June.

Check exact dates and tickets on the 24 Hours of Le Mans page before you book.

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