Circuit International de Lavelanet, Kart circuit in Aigues-Vives, France
Circuit International de Lavelanet is a 1400-meter racing track located in Aigues-Vives with technical corners and straightaways suited to different skill levels. The facility offers both rental karts and a range of driving experiences from beginner to advanced.
The circuit was established in 1988 as a simple racing track in the Ariège region. It expanded over the following decades into a full leisure center serving the wider Occitanie area.
The facility serves as a gathering place for local racing enthusiasts who come regularly for competitions and practice sessions. It has become part of the regional motorsport culture, supporting drivers of all ages in developing their skills.
The facility operates from Wednesday to Sunday and offers two-seater karts for children from age 5 onward. Older children from age 7 can drive solo, with proper safety support provided throughout their visit.
A French flying school operates at the center every Wednesday afternoon, teaching aerial skills to children starting from age 6. This unusual combination of racing and flight training makes the venue a diverse leisure destination.
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