Weekend Structure
Friday — Practice
- — Moto3 Free Practice
- — Moto2 Free Practice
- — MotoGP Free Practice 1 (FP1)
- — MotoGP Practice
Quietest day. Great for exploring the circuit, finding your favourite viewing spots, and walking between the hillside grandstands without crowds.
Saturday — Qualifying + Sprint
- — Moto3 Qualifying + Race
- — Moto2 Qualifying + Race
- — MotoGP Qualifying
- — MotoGP Sprint Race
The sprint race is half the distance of Sunday but counts for championship points. Real racing — not a warm-up.
Sunday — Race Day
- — Moto3 Race
- — Moto2 Race
- — MotoGP Warm-Up
- — MotoGP Race (14:00 local)
Arrive early. Head toward parking by 08:00 — from 09:00 the roads jam up and you could be stuck in traffic for over an hour.
The Three Classes
A MotoGP weekend features three racing classes. Each has its own practice, qualifying, and race sessions.
Moto3
250cc single-cylinder bikes, top speed ~250 km/h. The junior class — riders are often 16-20 years old. Close racing, big slipstream battles, and frequent lead changes.
Moto2
765cc Triumph triple-cylinder engines. The feeder class to MotoGP. Riders here are the future MotoGP stars. More power than Moto3, fewer electronics than MotoGP.
MotoGP
1000cc prototype machines making 250+ horsepower. Top speeds over 350 km/h. The pinnacle of motorcycle racing. Ducati, Aprilia, KTM, Honda, and Yamaha compete with factory and satellite teams.
Brno-Specific Tips
Head to parking by 08:00 on Sunday
Traffic builds rapidly from 09:00 and the roads into the circuit become gridlocked. The circuit is set in wooded hills with limited road access — once it jams, there is no shortcut.
The circuit has big elevation changes
Automotodrom Brno has 73 metres of elevation change across 5.4 km. Moving between grandstands involves genuine hill walking. Wear comfortable shoes and allow extra time between sessions.
Phone signal can struggle on Sunday
With tens of thousands of fans on the same cell towers, mobile data becomes unreliable on race day. Download offline maps, screenshot your ticket, and agree on a physical meeting point with friends.
Currency is Czech Koruna, not Euro
The Czech Republic uses Czech Koruna (CZK). Some vendors accept Euros but at a poor rate. Withdraw CZK from city ATMs before race day. Food stalls at the circuit often prefer cash.
Brno is a proper motorsport city
The Masaryk Circuit has hosted motorcycle Grand Prix racing since 1950. The city has a deep connection to racing — fans travel from across Central Europe. The atmosphere is passionate and welcoming.
Print your ticket — mandatory
Brno requires printed e-tickets. Digital versions shown on phone screens may be rejected at the gate. Print before you travel.
Beer is world-class and cheap
Czech beer is among the best in the world and costs a fraction of what you would pay in Western Europe. A half-litre of excellent lager is typically 50-70 CZK (€2-3) in the city. Enjoy it — but only outside the circuit, as alcohol is prohibited inside.
Brno Is Not Just a Race
Brno is the Czech Republic's second city and the capital of South Moravia — a region famous for wine, castles, and one of Europe's best beer cultures. The city itself has a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a 13th-century hilltop castle, and some of the most affordable nightlife in Central Europe.
Villa Tugendhat — UNESCO masterpiece
Brno is home to one of the most important buildings of the 20th century — Villa Tugendhat by Mies van der Rohe. A UNESCO World Heritage Site. Book tours well in advance as they sell out months ahead.
South Moravia wine region
Brno is the gateway to the South Moravia wine region, which produces 96% of Czech wine. Wine cellars, tastings, and cycling routes through vineyards are all within 30-40 minutes of the city.
Špilberk Castle
A 13th-century castle overlooking the city with panoramic views, a museum, and summer events. Easily walkable from the city centre. One of the best afternoon stops on non-race days.
Practical Tips for Brno
Czech dining is generous and affordable
Portions are large, prices are low by Western European standards, and lunch is the main meal. A full Czech meal with beer costs 200-350 CZK (€8-14). Dinner service typically runs from 6 PM onward — earlier than Spain or Italy.
Tipping in Czech Republic
Round up the bill or add 10% at sit-down restaurants. At pubs and beer halls, rounding up to the nearest 10 CZK is normal. Tell the server the total you want to pay when they bring the bill.
Key Czech phrases
"Prosím" (please/here you go), "Děkuji" (thank you), "Pivo, prosím" (a beer, please), "Účet, prosím" (the bill, please). Most younger Brno residents speak English, but a few Czech words go a long way.
The circuit is named after Tomáš Masaryk
The Masaryk Circuit is named after the first President of Czechoslovakia. The original road circuit dates to 1930 and was one of the longest and most dangerous tracks in Europe. The modern Automotodrom opened in 1987 and has hosted MotoGP continuously.