Špiro Mugoša Circuit – Podgorica

Circuit: Existing
Layout: Fictitious (designed by me) – © 2021 AllAlongTheRacetrack

When was the track built?

The Špiro Mugoša Aerodromu, a small airport just outside Podgorica, has been used since the 1960s mainly for parachuting, gliding, and other air sports activities, but also for car racing using its 800m long runway.
Its area and runway has been selected for a FIA-Grade 1 circuit, designed by me, that will also go through the nearby park.

When was its first Grand Prix?

It will be the first ever race in this country.
It will rotate with Switzerland the 28th spot in the F1 European Series calendar.

What’s the circuit like?

It is characterized by the alternation of long, fast, sweeping corners and chicanes.
There are at least three good overtaking spots at T1, at the end of the undulated straight at T10-11 and at the end of the long parabolic T12 curve.
The most technical sector is T3 with two tricky braking zones at T17 and T20, both critical to launch the cars in the following straights.
Overall, it offers a good driving experience for different categories.
Tyre consumption won’t be uniform so it will be critical to have a well-balanced car.

Where is it located?

Just outside the capital Podgorica, on the East side, and 10km north of its airport. (42°25’17.4″N; 19°17’27.7″E)

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