Sochi Autodrome
The Adler district of Sochi is home to Russia's only Formula 1 racing track called Sochi Autodrom.
The autodrome was built specifically for the 2014 Winter Olympics, and the stadium itself was located inside the Sochi Olympic Park. In 2010, we signed a 7-year contract with Formula One Management to host Formula 1 races at the Sochi Autodrom. In total, about 6 billion rubles were spent from the treasury on the construction of a racing complex. In 2014, the stadium was officially opened, at the same time the first Formula 1 Grand Prix of Russia races took place. All cultural events dedicated to the race are held in 3 days. On the first day, visitors will take a walk around the racetrack, watch how racing cars are being prepared for the start of the competition, get an autograph from their favorite racer, and participate in entertainment programs. In the following days, the visitors are entertained by artists and singers.
Sochi Autodrom was designed by Hermann Tilke, the architect of Formula 1 tracks from Germany. The complex covers an area of almost 39 hectares, which houses a large circle (5848 meters) and a small circle with a length of 2312 meters. The highest speed achieved by a racing car during Formula 1 races is 334.4 km/h, with an average speed of 215 km/h. The width of the route varies from 13 to 15 meters depending on the site.
Outside the Racetrack, you can buy souvenirs with Formula 1 symbols, have a snack, and listen to artists on the Medal Square. During the awarding ceremony at the Sochi Autodrom, the gates are opened at the main grandstand and you can see up close how the winners are awarded.
The rest of the time, when there are no Formula 1 races at the stadium, guided tours are conducted here for visitors. For a fee, you can ride a racing taxi for 3,000 rubles, master classes from professionals are 2 times more expensive, track sessions (2000 rubles). Well, if you want to feel like a racer yourself, then for 15,000 rubles you can participate in time attack, where drivers take prizes according to lap time.
