Autódromo Oscar Cabalén, Race track (Argentina)
The Autódromo Oscar Cabalén is a motorsport circuit in Villa Parque Santa Ana, Córdoba, Argentina, near Alta Gracia. Its main layout, Circuit No. 3, opened in 1998 and measures 4,045 metres; the original 1968 perimeter track, Circuit No. 1, is 3,101 metres with five high-speed corners. A 1,300-metre karting track opened in 2024.
The project began in 1963 when about 20 motorsport enthusiasts led by José María Sola planned to create a racing venue in the region. The first race took place in 1968 as part of the Turismo Carretera series, marking the start of a long racing tradition at this location.
The circuit honours Oscar Cabalén (1928–1967), a racing driver of the 1960s who pushed hard for the track's construction and died shortly before its opening. The first race, on 16 March 1968, was a Turismo Carretera round won by Andrea Vianini driving the prototype known as La Garrafa.
The track is easy to reach from downtown Alta Gracia and nearby towns via provincial roads, with parking areas available near the facility. On race days, arriving early is recommended since traffic can increase and visitors can secure good spots in the grandstands.
The project started in 1963 from a small initiative on Lavalleja Street, where about 20 local motorsport enthusiasts developed their initial plans. These modest beginnings eventually led to opening one of the region's most important racing venues.
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