As the World Endurance Championship has just concluded with another victory for Toyota Gazoo Racing, endurance fans are already looking forward to 2025 and the most iconic race of the year.
In 2025, the 24 Hours of Le Mans will celebrate its 102nd anniversary, and this edition promises to be even more spectacular. With over 330,000 visitors expected, let’s take a look at what will make this edition a must-see event.
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When will the 2025 24 Hours of Le Mans take place?
More and more each year, motorsport, and especially endurance racing and Formula 1, are gaining in popularity. But if there’s one race that has seen its spectator numbers explode, it’s the 24 Hours of Le Mans. And that makes sense, it’s the most legendary race of all time. From 260,000 spectators in 2014, nearly 330,000 fans came to see the event in 2024. Given the trend, it’s not slowing down anytime soon, and it’s easy to understand why: every year, we get a race full of twists, overtakes, unpredictable weather, and drama that only this race can deliver. As usual, our favorite race will take place in mid-June, so mark your calendars for Le Mans, from June 11 to 15, 2025, with the start on Saturday, June 14. If you plan to go, hurry up and reserve your tickets online because they’re selling out fast!
2025: A season that promises to be exceptional
First, because Ferrari has won the last two editions of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, and expectations for the Scuderia are huge once again. It’s the most titled team in history, whether in WEC or F1, and there are obviously more Ferrari fans than seconds in 24 hours! Next, 2025 will feature a legendary new manufacturer in the Hypercar LMPH category: Aston Martin. Not only is this incredible, but it promises to be spectacular, as James Bond’s brand plans to bring a car based on the Valkyrie, a model developed by the famous Adrian Newey. Rumor has it that it sounds amazing. It’s great to see so many different manufacturers from diverse countries represented in WEC’s top category. Alongside Alpine and Ferrari, it’s also one of the three teams that also competes in Formula 1.
350,000 People Expected
With rising popularity comes overcrowded facilities. That was exactly my experience in 2024 when I attended the 24 Hours of Le Mans. But don’t worry, organizers are prepared. In 2025, extensive work will be done to expand the circuit’s infrastructure capacity. New stands accessible to visitors, more food outlets, and over $170,000 will be invested in restroom facilities to help cut down on the endless lines. Additionally, the audio and video broadcasting system will be upgraded around the track, allowing you to follow the race from anywhere. That’s definitely a real positive!
This article explores the new features of the 2025 edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the scheduled race date, a new team in the LMPH category, and infrastructure improvements to welcome even more visitors.
Featured image: ACO – 24h du Mans
