The Season Finale & Season Warm-Up Algarve offers manufacturers, teams and drivers a perfect winter testing opportunity. Guaranteed good weather, plenty of driving time and a balanced field of participants are the basis of the event. Catering, tyre and hotel services ensure a stress-free time throughout the event and allow the participants to concentrate on the essentials: Successful test days.
On Track
The Season Finale & Season Warm-Up Algarve by BLACK FALCON offers manufacturers, teams and drivers perfect testing, development and training conditions at the F1 circuit Autódromo Internacional do Algarve near Portimão (Portugal). The proven concept guarantees maximum track time and an optimal driving environment.
7 hours of Open Pitlane per day
Up to four days in a row: seven hours of Open Pitlane testing, 1 hour lunch break
Maximum 25 vehicles on the track
Limitation on the number of vehicles on the track
Great mix of cars thanks to sensible limits
At least TCR / GT4 level. No formula cars
Experienced drivers
Highest Tracktime quality - Only experienced drivers allowed
No noise restriction
Vehicles in competition configuration without additional silencers
Facilities in the paddock
Tyre service on site
Mounting and disposal of tyres in the paddock
Sale of new Tires
Sale of new tires in the paddock, all brands possible after pre-ordering, Michelin in many sizes available on site.
Petrol station in the paddock
98 Octane petrol can be filled up directly in the paddock, the vendor is the track operator.
Catering on site
VIP catering for driver and co-driver
Lunch is included in the daily fee for driver and co-driver
Team catering in the track restaurant
Lunch and dinner in buffet form by prior arrangement in the track's own restaurant
Simplify logistics
Vehicle transport to the events: Nürburgring <-> Portimao
BLACK FALCON will gladly take care of the transport of customer vehicles to Portugal and then back to Germany. Limited availability
Wintering on site
Wintering of vehicles and equipment in a locked building at the race track possible. Limited availability. Costs depend on space requirements.
FAQ
We are always happy to answer any questions you may have about the Season Finale & Season Warm-Up Algarve. From experience, we often receive similar enquiries. Enclosed therefore is some information:
The booking of all services, from the vehicle day to the hotel room, is made directly by e-mail (tracktime@black-falcon.de) or by telephone (+49 170 83 72 74 2).
Each participating vehicle includes one driver per day. Participants with more drivers than vehicles must book additional drivers on a daily basis. Each driver, included or additionally booked, may drive with all vehicles during the day. Each car requires at least one pit space which is included in the entry. A pit has four parking spaces. An exclusive pit box can be booked. Co-drivers/instructors are generally allowed, but must also be booked on a daily basis.
Only pure racing cars that can at least achieve times of GT4 or TCR cars are eligible. At the upper end of the scale, we restrict participation to GTE cars. Open Wheel (Formula) and road cars are not allowed. If you have any questions about a vehicle's eligibility, please do not hesitate to contact us.
All drivers must have trackday/race track experience and be able to prove it. We reserve the right not to admit individual drivers or to prohibit participation on the fly.
We allow vehicles in competition configuration without additional silencers!
All event days can be booked individually.
Tyres of all brands can be ordered in advance. If purchased through BLACK FALCON, on-site fitting is free of charge. The commissioning of your own tyre service must be requested and confirmed with BLACK FALCON in advance.
Drivers, co-drivers / instructors and booked accompanying persons eat in the VIP lounge during the lunch break (included in the price). For team members we offer lunch and dinner in the paddock restaurant. Drivers, co-drivers / instructors and accompanying persons must book dinner additionally.
Expected schedule for all event days:
9:00 - 13:00 Session 1
13:00 - 14:00 Lunch Break
14:00 - 17:00 Session 2
Entry to the paddock is possible from 5pm on the day before the booking. Earlier entry is possible (depending on capacity) for an additional charge.
Trucks can be parked in a supervised parking area outside the paddock. Participants taking part in more than one event can store their vehicles and equipment at the track. This option requires an individual quote.
We look forward to hearing from you and will get back to you as soon as possible!
We can also be reached by email (tracktime@black-falcon.de) and phone at any time:
+49 170 83 72 74 2