Once again, Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya will be hosting pre-season testing for the 2020 Formula 1 season. Here’s everything you need to know about going to Barcelona for the winter tests ahead of the new season.

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Circuit de Catalunya-Barcelona will host six days of pre-season testing in early 2020, a reduction from the eight days of testing held in previous years. The first test will be staged from February 19-21 and the second from February 26-28. Two weeks after the tests conclude, the cars will be on track for the opening round of the new season in Australia on March 13-15.

Tickets are really cheap and you’ve got the circuit to yourself, with few other spectators in the grandstands. VIP tickets (above the pits) are not nearly as expensive as at a full race weekend. You can also take advantage of some special access, which is not normally available at a race weekend. Paddock Access was introduced last year and is also available for 2020, priced at €109 per day – a bargain compared to what the same access would cost you at an actual race weekend, and great for getting up-close access to the teams and drivers. Other packages (all including general circuit access) include a guided tour and special access to the pit roof and VIP grandstand. These special offers do sell out before testing, so best to buy early!

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