Auto Moto Park Albania
| Location | Elbasan, Albania |
|---|---|
| Time zone | CET (UTC+1) |
| Capacity | 300,000 (projected) |
| Opened | Under construction (expected 2026) |
| Grand Prix Circuit (Planned) | |
| Length | 5.3 km (3.29 miles) |
| Turns | 15 (estimated) |
Auto Moto Park Albania is a planned international motorsports complex located south of Elbasan, Albania. It is under construction as of 2025 and expected to be completed by 2026. The facility is designed to meet international standards for hosting a wide range of motorsport events, with ambitions to host a Formula 1 Grand Prix by 2030.[1]
Overview
The project was launched in 2023 as part of the Albanian government's broader strategy to boost tourism, attract foreign investment, and position Albania as a hub for motorsports in the Balkans.[2] The facility is being developed in collaboration with Wurz Design and Test & Training International.
Facilities
Main circuit
The park's main feature is a 5.3 km (3.29 mi) race track designed to meet:
- FIA Grade II specifications, allowing it to host series such as Formula 2, GT3, and endurance races.[3]
- FIM Grade B certification for international motorcycle events.[4]
Additional motorsport tracks
The project also includes:
- An international-standard drag strip[5]
- A homologated karting track
- Rallycross and off-road courses
- A multi-purpose paddock and service area
Educational and recreational components
- A National Academy for Road Safety Education[6]
- A retro automobile museum
- A lakeside promenade for cycling and leisure
Future
Albania has set a goal of hosting a Formula 1 Grand Prix by 2030.[7] The government has confirmed ongoing communication with Formula 1’s technical committee to ensure future compliance with all regulatory standards.
As of May 2025, the park is in its second construction phase.[8] The FIA conducted a site inspection in April 2024 to evaluate safety and design plans, indicating strong international support for the project.[3]
References
- ^ "Elbasan, shpallja e projektit për Auto Moto Park". Prime Minister of Albania. Retrieved 2025-05-14.
- ^ "Albania announces world-class motorsport complex". Retrieved 2025-05-14.
- ^ a b "FIA delegates inspect planned Auto Moto Park Albania". Professional Motorsport World. Retrieved 2025-05-14.
- ^ "FIA Site Visit Confirms Track Layout Compliance". Retrieved 2025-05-14.
- ^ "Auto Moto Park to include Albania's first drag racing strip". Retrieved 2025-05-14.
- ^ "Road Safety Education at the Heart of Auto Moto Park". Retrieved 2025-05-14.
- ^ "Albania eyes place on F1 calendar with Auto Moto Park". Retrieved 2025-05-14.
- ^ "Auto Moto Park". Apex Circuit Design. Retrieved 2025-05-14.