On the 3rd Week-end of September ( September,17/19)

The Circuit des Remparts will still be having its day

The 3rd week-end of September is very important the fine pieces of engineering enthusiasts. The International Circuit des Remparts has been taking place in Angouleme for decades now. (The only inner city circuit the lay-out of which has remained unchanged since its was created in 1939.)

Then more than exceptional ancient cars, outshining one another in beauty are displayed in the heart of the city.

The Concours d’Elegance will open the celebrations as early as on Friday night at 9 pm with the parade of some thirty automobiles and their teams in their ceremonial dresses compèred by Mr Yves LECOQ.

On Saturday the Rally will be travelling throughout the Cognac vineyards. About 370 teams are expected to take part in the discovery of this rich Charentese heritage.

From Friday onwards some fifteen unique car from one of the most prestigious French private collection will be displayed in the town hall gardens.

On Sunday, the Historic Races will revive the only urban speedway racing. The circuit track will be painted red and blue.

Further information can be accessed at the following website:

www.circuit-des-remparts.com

Friday and Saturday: Free acces to the public

Sunday: 15 or 25€ depending on the type of entry

Forthcoming poster and photos of previous events in HD versions avalaible on request:

Press contact : Marie-Noëlle Bas

Tél : 01 49 26 93 85 / courriel :[email protected]