SPANISH FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX

The atmosphere on Thurs-Sat was very good - relaxed & friendly, however on race day there were a few groups of unsportly spanish fans that spoilt it. The food provision was quite bad and its a real good up hill walk to the circuit from the station. Transport back into Barcelona after the race was poor. However there were some good views for general admission.

1. The positions available for £65 on the grassy banks were far superior to our £220 seats. 2.The shuttle service from the train didn't run Thurs or Sun after the race.

Superb weekend will be there again next year

My tickets and customer service from bookF1.com was fantastic! No complaints there. We recieved our tickets two weeks prior to the race, and they literally showed up the next day, and we are in Seattle, WA, USA. Our seats were truly great, I would have to say that we really lucked out because they were some of the best seats and offered a great view of the track.

Thanks!!!

As for the ascess to the track:

If you take the train from the Barcelona into Montmelo, I would strongly suggest taking the bus or one of the shuttles they provide on Sat/Sun on race weekend (Sunday after the race, the shuttle was not provided, and no taxis or buses were going to Montmelo for the train so walking was the only option). They say it is a 20 minute walk from the train but when we had to walk it, it took us about an hour without any shortcuts. Which maybe a lot of walking for some people, who hadn't expected it. And when you get to the track, it may be another long walk to your seats. The most accessible gate for us was on the opposite side of where our seats were located. So if you decide to train, bus, or walk I would allow yourself some extra time so you won't miss any of the events you want to see. All in all, we had a great time at the Spanish Grand Prix!!

Make sure that you take plenty of cash with you to the race! After taking drinks from everyone at the gate they were charging 3 Euros for a small bottle of water and 4.50 Euros for a small coke.
I found this to be a lot more expensive than any other race I have been to, and definitely an increase on last years prices at the Spanish GP.

we arrived on friday afternoon to a very busy camp site but with plenty of space for every one, not the place to pitch if you want to sleep at night but the atmosphere was very friendly with lots of good banter going on mainly between the germans and spanish! we were the only english camper in the middle of a sea of french, spanish and german campers alike, but were made very welcome.
the camp site has all facilities but is quite busy, if you are lucky enough to go in a caravan or camper you can be totally self sufficiant. The circuit is very well sign posted from the motor way a very straight forward drive from calais, all the facilities at the track are excellent our only moan was the price of a beer 8.50 per pint! we discovered this on the first day so a tip is to buy your beer off site and transfer to plastic bottles to take in with you, its a lot cheaper you are aloud to do this but no glass bottles or cans are aloud to be taken in.
we had an excellent weekend our seats coudn't have been better if we had picked them out our selves ,upper tier right opposite finish line and podium I'm sure jenson was waving at me!

we have been to the spanish f1 every year since 1991 at montmello it is a lot more busy with traffic now, but if you set off early you sould be ok, the circuit is very good for viewing even in general admission, we went the 3 days and had a great time.

Just returned from Spain having combined the race weekend with a family hoilday and what a fantastic trip !!
The plus points were definatly the location of our seats (stand G) and the great weather and of course a British win ! The down side as mentioned by so many other people was the cost of drinks and food,a disgrace,so for race day we made our own picnic up !!
Met some great characters and had lots of good banter with the locals.
We will for sure go to the Spanish GP again next year,and just to thank "Jenson Buttons barmy army" for the laughs !
Also many thanks to book F1 for the fantastic seats,great service.

I choose this race weekend as a present for my son and husband last xmas, and I was not let down in any aspect of this gift. First I would like to thank bookf1 for the amazing seats provided, my men said it was truly unreal how close they were to the finish line with full view of the pits, and a clear view of the screen for the rest of the action on the track, the joy in their voices told me my choice was right plus the million thank you txt messages I received over the three days they were there. Thanks to Paul for fullfilling my wishes and making their gift a memory they will never forget, enough that they have expressed a wish to go to the another race in Asia next year so expense allowing I will hopefully be booking with bookf1 for next year. They also said at no time did they have any problems with the travelling to the circuit, that the spanish authorities have this event so well organised there is nothing for the individual to do but have a fantastic time, so for anyone thinking for going or buying a gift, book it through bookf1 they will not let you down. ENJOY.......

If you are English be prepared for a great deal of good natured banter from the Spanish contingent, especially where L.H is concerned. Also there is a lengthy walk from Montmelo station to the circuit, mostly uphill, which can be tiring if the weather is very warm or if you are older, like me. You can get a taxi to the circuit which can cost you anything from approx. 8 to 20 euros depending on your bartering skills and if your driver understands you!
Price of food and drink in Spain has risen considerably in the past two years since my last visit so the cheapest thing to do is take your own supplies with you.
If you purchase a 3day ticket you will also be allowed the opportunity to walk down the pit lane on the Thursday, in the afternoon session many of the race drivers will come out and sign autographs for the fans---a mad scramble at times but well worth the hassle.

Attended my first GP at Barcelona in May 2009. Had an absolutely fab time. Food and drinks in the Circuit can be a bit expensive (8.50 Euros for a pint) but the sun was shining and I had a great time. If your staying in Barcelona centre then the train can be a little bit complicated and none of the staff there speak English. Dont let this put you off though!

Thanks to BookF1.com. No problems at all with the tickets!

our tickets arrived on time and by secure post which was great. no problems at all concerning the service provided by yourself. The circuit de catalunya lived up to all our expectations and the whole group had a superb weekend that will not be forgotten in a very long time. A win for Jenson topped it all off! Thanks Book F1!

Great seats ! The top row in the lower tier of Tribuna D is the best place to see and to hear the start . The noise level shakes your internal organs !

very good view of turns 1 and 2. the circuit is about a 30 minute walk rom the local railway station. Extra trains were put on from Barcelona on sunday.
On Friday apart from circuit admission there were no ticket checks for the grandstands. so we watched the gp2`s from the stands opposite the pits.

Overall excellent. The camping facilities were good and easily accessable. Will definately be returning in 2010.
One tip - if you are mad enough, as we were, to travel by car, avoid the costly motorways as the toll charges were approx 90 euros (each way). A roads are just as good as motorways and better scenery.

I have been to the Spannish GP for the past 6 years...but sadly this will be the last time. I always have trouble getting tickets by telphone and one particular year i purchased tickets and didnt receive then which i complained about at that time. I will be trying new european venue from next year.

crackin 3days well worth money,only thing is getting away from the circuit,montmelo to small for the amount of people.finally race programme a rip ,many misprints and incorrections.

Beer is expensive to buy at the Circuit and you are not permitted to take in with you cans or bottles but you can take in a cool box provided the contents are in plastic. Beer in plastic bottles and wine in cartons can be purchased in Montmelo!!! thus cutting your expenditure by about two thirds!!
We are Alonso Fans and the atmosphere was even more amazing as we were in his home country! The banter between rival supporters was good humoured at all times.
Trains from Sants were both inexpensive and very regular to Montmelo.

Can't wait until next year!!

PS Comfortable shoes are a must for both male and female! Fair wee walk from
Station to the Circuit mostly uphill.

Our only negitive would be that we have been to Grand Prix's before and fully understand that the contractors are in a position to charge a premium however 14 Euros for a Cheese or Ham Baguette is taking the ......

Aramark have the contract for the food / drink outlets and should be shot!

This was my 1st F1 and it won't be my last, the wather was great and the race was great I had a general admission ticket and we found a great spot at turn 3 bring on Italy!!