MotoGP: Your Guide To The Gran Premi Cinzano de Catalunya de Moto GP 2009 In Barcelona

Riders at Moto GP

This page will give you all the essentials to the MotoGP Gran Premi Cinzano de Catalunya de Moto GP 2009 in Barcelona. Find out how to travel to the circuit, how to buy your MotoGP tickets and how to prepare for the day.

After Rome, Barcelona is the city in Europe with the largest quantity of motorcycle owners. The relatively small city contains over 300,000 motorbikes. It is, perhaps, for this reason that the Gran Premi Cinzano de Catalunya de MotoGP is so popular. It may also explain why an impressive selection of its competitors are Catalan.

Where Is The 2009 Moto GP venue in Barcelona?

The Barcelona Moto GP will be staged at the Catalunya Circuit which is
is 12 miles (20 km) North East of Barcelona city centre.

When is the Event ?

The event will take place on 12th, 13th and 14th June 2009.

Tickets: How do I Buy My MotoGP Ticket?

Moto GP

The easiest way to buy your Grand Prix Tickets is to buy them online.

If you would prefer not to buy your ticket online, it is also possible to buy them from the Circuit de Catalunya Ticketing Hotline on (0034) 93 571 9771.

If you’re sure that you are going to head to the Moto GP then buy your tickets soon! There is a 5% discount on tickets bought prior to May 15th.

Also, if you plan to attend the Moto GP in a group, then buying your ticket in advance will increase your chances of everybody being able to sit together. Seats are allocated at the time of purchase so the sooner you buy, the more choice you will have in where you sit.

How do I Travel From Barcelona Centre To The Catalunya Circuit?

Please see our Your Guide To The Formula 1 Barcelona Grand Prix 2009 for details on how to get to the Circuit de Catalunya.

Note that the special buses that run for the Grand Prix also run for the Moto GP on 12th, 13th and 14th June. They run with the same frequency and tickets are available via the same options. 

Facilities at the Track

During the days of the Moto GP there will be a wide variety of bars and restaurants around the circuit to choose from. There will be stalls selling sandwiches, snacks and pizzas. There will also be the option to purchase food that has been prepared on site.

The Stands

One of the Food Areas

There is also the option to organise your food for the day prior to the event. A ‘Menu’ ticket can be purchased by sending an e-mail to circuitcat@aramark.es. This costs 30 euros. It means that you will have a ticket for special picnic zones (there are three around the circuit) where you can receive your lunch. This will consist of three courses, a drink, bread and coffee.

The exact menu can be provided on e-mailing the above e-mail address.

Ramon Praderas, the Director of Circuit de Catalunya, has explained that the most popular vantage point for watching the Moto GP is the North Area (the Stadium Area). Therefore, if you wish to get a seat in this section it may be necessary to book as soon as possible.

Preparing for your day at the Circuit

For some useful advice on how to prepare for a day at the Circuit, it is worth checking our Your Guide To The Formula 1 Barcelona Grand Prix 2009.

Check the section entitled ‘Items to Bring with you to the Circuit’ under the ‘Facilities at the Track’ heading.

Disabled facilities at the Circuit

For information on the facilities available for wheelchair users at the Circuit, it is worth checking our Your Guide To The Formula 1 Barcelona Grand Prix 2009.

Check the section entitled ‘Disabled Facilities’ under the ‘Facilities at the Track’ heading.

Related Pages

Transport and Transfer options to the Grand Prix Barcelona Formula 1 circuit
How to Buy Your Grand Prix Tickets

Purchase Your Barcelona Grand Prix Ticket online
Barcelona F1 Testing
F1 Barcelona Testing
Qualifying Race Review
Track Days at Circuit de Catalunya
Guided Tours of Circuit de Catalunya
Moto GP 2009 Guide

External Links For Catalunya Grand Prix Event

Tickets: Formula 1 Barcelona Grand Prix Tickets

Catalunya Circuit Official Website
Train timetables from Barcelona centre to Catalunya circuit

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