Spa, Belgium F1 31st August to 3rd  September 2012

Intro

Superlatives seem inadequate to describe the wonders of Spa-Francorchamps, the greatest modern motor racing circuit in the world. Due to its high-speed winding turns leading to the slow La Source loop then onto Eau Rouge, this track offers sensations unknown on other tracks to both drivers and spectators. The weather in Belgium is sometimes as surprising as the races. It may be raining on one part of the track while the rest of the track is still dry. But whatever the weather, to many people, the track is still 'One of the world's most beautiful race tracks'.

For the discerning guest the MotoExpress Belgium F1 package offers a fantastic grand prix experience. A sensational hotel in the attractive city of Namur situated on the river Meuse. It is an ideal base for the Grand Prix weekend. Transfer to the circuit takes around one hour

Hotel

Tanneurs Hotel - Namur

Our hotel is in the attractive city of Namur situated on the river Meuse. Namur is an ideal base for the F1 weekend. The town is only a 2 1/2hrs drive from Calais and just 40 miles from Brussels which can reached by regular rail service. Not only does our hotels have excellent bars and restaurants but it is very close to the town centres famous Casino, bars and restaurants.

The Tanneurs Hotel houses a total of 28 rooms. Each room is different, but all are designed to combine warmth, charm and modern comfort.  The hotel rooms, set up throughout the eleven 17th-century buildings, are nestled in the historic structure, around the old beams and under the magnificent brick arched ceilings. All of the rooms have a bathroom, shower, desk, television, and mini bar, direct telephone and Internet connections. There is private car parking at the hotel protected by electric gate. Also informal parking spots in front of the hotel.

You know you are good company when staying at the Tannuers hotel. Previous guests have included Brad Pitt, Woody Allen, Jean Remo and Richard E Grant to name but a few.

We have choice of well appointed rooms....

Standard double rooms Comfortable and spacious rooms - Double bed / bathroom / hair dryer / WC / TV / Minibar / Phone

Superior rooms are larger than standard and have features built into their design that are sympathetic to the ancient building

Suites luxury rooms with exotic features that may include Jacuzzis, Saunas, Vaulted ceilings and much more. Each suite is different to the other, the only common thing is a luxury experience.

 

Ticket choice

Our included ticket - Weekend Bronze (General Admission)

Our entry level and included ticket, valid for the entire race weekend gives access to the Bronze areas. This is a General admission ticket and provides access to the F1 Village (official merchandising area). A number of Giant Video screens enhance your viewing experience. The Bronze tickets are great for exploring the circuit and seeing the cars take on the vastly different challenges that this circuit presents.
 

Our recommend upgrades

We have upgrades to covered grandstands. Our consecutively numbered tickets ensure you sit with your partner and friends. As one would expect there are large numerous catering facilities offering a great range of fresh food at reasonable prices. All tickets valid for the entire race weekend.

Eau Rouge

The 2005 and 2006 F1 World Champion Fernando Alonso explains: "You come into the corner downhill, have a sudden change [of direction] at the bottom and then go very steep uphill. From the cockpit, you cannot see the exit and as you come over the crest, you don't know where you will land. It is a crucial corner for the timed lap, and also in the race, because you have a long uphill straight afterwards where you can lose a lot of time if you make a mistake. But it is also an important corner for the driver's feeling. It makes a special impression every lap, because you also have a compression in your body as you go through the bottom of the corner. It is very strange - but good fun as well."

Belgium

Frites, Moules, Beer, Chocolates and the best race track in the world. Why haven't you been before!

Welcome Party

The Welcome Reception has become an essential part of MotoExpress race weekend. An opportunity to meet your fellow guests. Talk about the exciting weekend ahead whilst enjoying complementary drinks and snacks; and I promise to keep my welcome talk to an absolute minimum!!!

Sunday Celebration Dinner

We have reserved a very special restaurant for our exclusive use. An opportunity to relax and chat with newly made friends. To recount the wonderful experiences of a high octane race weekend enjoyed.
The conversation just like the wine flows late into the evening as we relive the excitement of the last few days. A wonderful end to a truly memorable weekend.

Extra Days

Explore Namur: The entrance to the Ardennes. From here the hills and valleys of south eastern Belgium form a distinct change to the rather flatter areas of Flanders. French is very much the language of preference in this part of the country, and at times it is hard to remember that this is not an outpost of the French Republic but a country in its own right. No doubt easy for the Belgians to notice, but hard enough for someone who cannot tell the difference between French and Belgian accents.

The city is strategically situated at the confluence of the Sambre and Meuse rivers. Its massive citadel perched high on the bluff overlooks this important junction. Namur is a good place to use as a centre to visit the entire area.

Getting there

DRIVING
An abundance of ferry routes and great roads through France and Belgium makes it quick and easy to arrive at our hotel in Namur.
P & O operate services between Dover - Calais; Hull - Rotterdam and Hull - Zeebrugge.
Sea France between Dover - Calais.
Stena between Harwich and the Hook of Holland.

Distances
Calais - Namur = 170 miles (270km)
Rotterdam - Namur = 125 miles (200km)
Oostende - Namur 110 miles (177 km)

RAIL TRAVEL
You can take the Eurostar train from London, changing in Bruxelles and getting into Namur three and a half hours after leaving London
Check low cost grand prix deals from Eurostar

FLYING
British Airways and all other major international carriers fly into Brussels International airport. The distance from Brussels International airport and Namur is 40 miles (66km). Fast trains connect you to Brussels and Namur

Ryanair operate services to Charleroi (Brussels South) airport from Glasgow, Edinburgh, Dublin and Shannon. Check Ryanair website for other European routes. The distance form Charleroi airport to Namur is 22 miles (35 km). Taxis will be available outside the arrivals hall.

Previous year's photos

Here is small selection of photos from previous Spa events.

During the race weekend we capture the spirit of the event in photos which we publish on our Photo Album for your lasting enjoyment.

You can access all our event photos by clicking the following link. Motoexpress Photo Album

What you've said

Hi John and Linda,
Just a quick note to say how great it was to meet you both in Belgium - we had a great time. John wants to go to a MotoGP next, so we may just be in touch again!

Thanks for everything.

Judith and John x

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