Just the fact that you started reading this article, means we don’t have to introduce Peter Auto to you. In the last decade, Peter Auto has set the bar really high when it comes to classic car racing. After the debut races in 2004, the Peter Auto events have never stopped growing. The organisation, named after the founder, changed hands and is now part of the ACO. What that means for the events, competitors and visitors remains an open question. But after seeing the first communications and the race calendar for 2025, we’re convinced there will be lots of classic motorsports fun again on race tracks all over Europe. Here’s a little preview of the Peter Auto Calendar of 2025, and your chance to book a hotel close to the event real soon.
QATAR AIRWAYS QATAR 1812Km
February 25-28
The main event is actually the FIA WEC 1812 Km But Peter Auto CER1 and CER2 (Classic Endurance Racing) will be the support race for the main event. A great opportunity to compare modern racing to racing with classic cars. Book your hotel near the Lusail International Circuit now
Series test days at Paul Ricard in Le Castellet (France).
March 4-5 2025
This will be the weekend the competitors can bring their race car on the track for the first time to have an ultimate test for the rest of the season. You can book your hotel near Paul Ricard now.
ESPIRITU DE MONTJUIC
21 – 23 MARCH
Espiritu de Montjuïc returns in 2025 to officially open the new 2025 season by Peter Auto. Held on the legendary Circuit de Barcelone-Catalunya, the demanding course with its 4.7 km of technical corners and long straights will provide the ideal setting for fierce battles and a great spectacle. Book your hotel in Barcelona now
Tour Auto.
7 – 12 April.
Before the start, two days of exhibitions await you at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. Tour Auto takes an official start Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte
and crosses through France, including towns like Dijon, Mulhouse, Clermont-Ferrand and Villeneuve lez Avignon. The finish is in Nice
Competitors will race on the Dijon-Prenois, Anneau du Rhin, Bresse and Charade tracks. Book your hotel in Paris now
Rallye des Princesses Richard Mille.
17 – 22 May
The Rallye des Princesses Richard Mille is a 100 % female event dedicated to women who are passionate lovers of collector cars and motorsport. The Rallye des Princesses Richard Mille is an invitation to travel and discovery. On the program, more than 1,000 km along the most beautiful roads in France.
Spa-Classic.
23 – 25 May
Created in 2011 on the drivers’ favourite circuit, Spa-Classic has grown progressively to become one of Europe’s leading historic racing events. In 2023, the Belgian meeting attracted over 22,000 spectators, making it one of the most popular events of the season. A renowned track, winding through the heart of the Ardennes massif, considered by drivers to be the most beautiful in the world. This is motorsport history in all its splendour. Book your hotel in Spa now.
Grand Prix de l’Age d’Or Circuit Dijon Prenois.
6-8 June
Peter Auto took over the event in 2014. And immediately returned the glamour and glory of the heydays of the track close to Dijon in France. Visit the event, and you’ll be addicted to the atmosphere at once, just as we still are after several visits. Book your hotel in Dijon now.
Le Mans Classic.
3 – 6 July
Created in 2002 by Peter Auto, in association with the Automobile Club de l’Ouest, Le Mans Classic offers a formidable retrospective of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. This is the closest you will come to the glory days of the race track with all usual Peter Auto Series, and more. Book your hotel in Le Mans now.
Imola Classics
July 25 – 27
As the cradle of a certain art of living and an ancestral cultural heritage, Italy was bound to feature on the Peter Auto calendar. After the first four editions of the Imola-Classic in 2012, 2013, 2016 and 2018, Peter Auto returns for the fifth time to the famous Autodromo Enzo & Dino Ferrari. Imola is one of a minority of European circuits that run counter-clockwise. Book your hotel in Imola now
Dix Mille Tours du Castellet.
5 – 7 September.
After the test days in March, Peter Auto brings another visit to the race track in Castellet. Depending on the series, a different layout of the circuit will be used. This makes it extremely interesting for drivers competing in different series. You can book your hotel near Paul Ricard
Estoril Classics
3 – 5 October
The Autodromo di Estoril is not a usual classic on the Peter Auto calendar. But for many of the competitors it will be a great weekend to have fun on a track they still need to learn. Book your hotel in Estoril now.
Rallye des Legendes Richard Mille (Invitation only)
Autumn 2025
Fruit of the collaboration between Patrick Peter and loyal partner Richard Mille, the Rallye des Légendes Richard Mille aims to take a small group of exceptional cars, every other year, to both France and abroad, exploring extraordinary conditions and locations. This intimate rally is by invitation only.
Source : Peter Auto events
Pictures courtesy Tim Havermans
