Drifting Course at the Circuit du Bourbonnais – a must-visit track

A 2.3-km technical track with a variety of turns. An ideal circuit for both beginners and experienced drifters

The Bourbonnais Circuit at a glance.

Located in the Allier department (03), about 20 minutes northwest of Moulins and 2.5 hours from Lyon, the Circuit du Bourbonnais is a leading destination in the Auvergne region for automotive and motorcycle activities, particularly drifting. With its main track measuring approximately 2.3 km and dedicated technical sections, it offers an ideal playground for improving your skills, whether you’re a beginner or looking to hone your abilities.

Appreciated for its technical challenges and welcoming atmosphere, it’s a circuit perfectly suited for driving courses and get-togethers among enthusiasts.

Technical Specifications

✓ 2.3 km asphalt track · 10 m wide
✓ Wide run-off areas with no walls or barriers
✓ 13 corners: fast sweepers, hairpins, chicanes, acceleration zones
✓ Watered track for drift sessions
✓ FFSA and FFM certified since 2010
✓ Snack bar, fully equipped paddock, EV charging points, showers on site

Access

Address: Circuit du Bourbonnais, 03230 Montbeugny
GPS Coordinates: 46.531° N, 3.302° E
From Moulins (20 min): D2009 towards Montbeugny
From Lyon (2h30): A89 then N7 towards Moulins
Nearest station: Moulins-sur-Allier (TER and Intercités services)
Airport: Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne (1h30) or Lyon Saint-Exupéry (2h30)
Motorway: A79 (Mâcon – Moulins – Bordeaux axis), exit Toulon-sur-Allier / Montbeugny
From Paris (~2h45): A71 towards Clermont-Ferrand, then A79 towards Moulins, exit Montbeugny
From Lyon (~1h30): A6 to Mâcon, then A79 towards Moulins, exit Montbeugny
From Clermont-Ferrand (~1h): A71 northbound, then A79
From Vichy (~45 min): D2009 / N7 northbound towards Moulins

Where can I stay near the Circuit du Bourbonnais?

ibis Moulins Sud

15 km away · Direct access via the N7

Situé en entrée sud de Moulins, directement sur la Route Nationale 7, l'ibis Moulins Sud est à 15 km du circuit et à 2 km du centre-ville et de la gare. 72 chambres, bar et en-cas disponibles 24h/24, parking gratuit. L'option simple et efficace pour ceux qui arrivent en train ou en voiture depuis Lyon ou Paris.

Rooms starting at €74/night

📞 04 70 46 71 12
🌐 all.accor.com
📍 153 Route de Lyon, 03000 Moulins

B&B HOTEL Moulins Toulon-sur-Allier

CLOSEST TO THE TRACK · 8 KM AWAY

The closest hotel to the Circuit du Bourbonnais. Located in Toulon-sur-Allier, just 8 km from the track, the B&B Hotel is the logical choice for participants who want to minimize their morning commute and save energy for the session. Modern rooms for 1 to 4 people, free Wi-Fi, free parking. Convenient and hassle-free.

Rooms starting at €55/night

📞 09 75 76 66 54
🌐 hotel-bb.com
📍 Parc de Fromenteau, RN7, 03400 Toulon-sur-Allier

Mercure Moulins Centre

CHARACTERFUL HOTEL · PRIVATE SPA

Turn your business trip into a real weekend getaway. Built in 1834 in the historic heart of Moulins, the Mercure Hôtel de Paris is an exceptional 4-star hotel: 30 rooms, including 10 suites, a private spa housed in the crypts of a 19th-century chapel (sauna, steam room, hot tub, massages), an outdoor pool, and a garden. The hotel that once hosted Coco Chanel.

Rooms starting at €122/night

📞 04 70 44 00 58
🌐 hoteldeparis-moulins.com
📍 21 Rue de Paris, 03000 Moulins

Where can I eat near the Circuit du Bourbonnais?

Au Petit Bouchon

TRADITIONAL LYON CUISINE

Since 1975, Le Petit Bouchon has been the go-to spot in the Bourbonnais region for authentic Lyon-style cuisine in the Allier area: pike quenelles, calf’s head, frog legs, and roasted pork shank. Located in Yzeure, 12 km from the racetrack, it features a large shaded terrace and an air-conditioned dining room ideal for groups.

Menu priced between €10 and €22

📞 04 70 34 09 09
🌐 restaurant-petit-bouchon.fr
📍 6 Rue Bergeron Vebret, 03400 Yzeure

Le Bivouak

SEASONAL CUISINE

The perfect restaurant to end the day on a high note. Located on the banks of the Allier River, 15 km from the racetrack on the south side of Moulins, Le Bivouak offers seasonal cuisine prepared with ingredients from local producers, in a charming setting overlooking the river. It features a covered terrace, a friendly atmosphere, and all-you-can-eat raclette on select weeknights. With over 7,200 followers on Facebook, it has a loyal local following.

Menu priced between €20 and €40

📞 03 85 80 88 80
📍 4 Place de la Grande Motte, 71210 Torcy

Del Arte Moulins

🍕 ITALIAN CUISINE

The closest Italian trattoria to the racetrack, located in Toulon-sur-Allier, 8 km from the track and just a stone’s throw from the B&B Hotel. Pizzas, pasta, risottos, and kids’ menus for families—a convenient option for group meals without having to go all the way downtown. Easy parking, delivery available.