Drift Course at the Circuit de Lurcy-Lévis - The Ultimate Drift Experience
5 track layouts up to 4.2 km long, with a 1,500-meter straight. A legendary circuit for drifting and track days.
The Lurcy-Lévis Circuit at a glance.
Located in the Allier department (03), in the heart of the Bourbonnais countryside, 40 km from Moulins and equidistant from Nevers and Bourges, the Lurcy-Lévis Circuit has been a leading destination for drifting in France for years. Drivers in the French Drift Championship have long tested their vehicles there under real-world conditions, in both dry and wet weather, and the track remains today the preferred training ground for competitors looking to fine-tune their setups and techniques.
Its standout feature: a 1,500-meter-long, 18-meter-wide straight—the longest on any European racetrack. It allows for drift initiations at over 160 km/h, a sensation impossible to replicate on most circuits. Our sessions take place on a wet track, ensuring controlled and progressive drifting. With its five configurations (ranging from 1,100 m to 4,200 m), its large, fast curves that are demanding on tires, and its wide run-off areas into the fields, Lurcy-Lévis is the track that takes your skills to the next level, whether you’re an experienced driver or a beginner.
Technical Specifications
✓ Drift configuration: 2.75 km · Long circuit up to 4,200 m
✓ 1,500 m × 18 m straight – the longest on a circuit in Europe
✓ 11 turns: long, fast banked curves, hairpins, and consecutive S-curves
✓ Virtually flat elevation (+10 m) – smooth layout, no heavy braking
✓ Wide run-off areas into fields all around the circuit
✓ 5 configurations available · 10 pit locations
✓ Sessions on a wet track – overtaking possible at over 160 km/h
Access
Address: Route du Circuit, 03320 Lurcy-Lévis
GPS Coordinates: 46.7183° N, 2.9489° E
From Paris (~3h): A71 motorway towards Clermont-Ferrand, exit Bourges, then N76 towards Moulins as far as Sancoins, then towards Lurcy-Lévis
From Lyon (~3h10): A6 then A71 towards Paris, exit Bourges, then N76 via Sancoins
From Nevers (~40 min): A77 exit Saint-Pierre-le-Moutier, then towards Le Veurdre and Lurcy-Lévis
From Moulins (~40 min): D2009 towards Bourbon-l'Archambault then Lurcy-Lévis
From Clermont-Ferrand (~1h45): A71 northbound, exit Bourges then N76
Nearest station: Saint-Pierre-le-Moutier (SNCF, ~16 km) · Nevers (~43 km, TGV from Paris)
⚠️ Rural area — a vehicle is essential from any train station
Where can I stay near the Lurcy-Lévis Circuit?
Auberge Bourbonnaise
2 KM · MANAGED BY THE CIRCUIT
By far the best option: the Auberge Bourbonnaise is run directly by the track owners and is located just 2 km from the track. You arrive the night before, have dinner there, and are behind the wheel in 5 minutes the next morning—no GPS, no driving, no stress. It’s the go-to choice for participants who want to turn their drift day into a full weekend getaway.
Rooms starting at €80/night
📞 04 70 67 80 32
📍 10 Place de la Liberté, 03320 Lurcy-Lévis
Logis Hôtel Saint-Joseph
🏨 20 KM AWAY · CITY HALL ·
ON-SITE RESTAURANT
Located in Sancoins, 20 km from the racetrack, the Logis Hôtel Saint-Joseph is the closest hotel option with an on-site restaurant. A Logis de France property in the heart of town, in a quiet neighborhood, offering good value for money. Ideal for those who prefer a traditional hotel setting over a village inn.
Rooms starting at €72/night
📞 02 48 74 61 21
🌐 logishotels.com
📍 Place de la Libération, 18600 Sancoins
Airbnb & Chambres d'hôtes
🏡 LOCAL OPTIONS · COTTAGES AND COUNTRY HOMES
The Lurcy-Lévis area is rural, and that’s what gives it its charm. For an immersive stay in the Bourbonnais region, there are plenty of vacation rentals and bed-and-breakfasts within a 20-kilometer radius. Search on Airbnb or Gîtes de France using the keywords “Lurcy-Lévis,” “Bourbon-l'Archambault,” or “Sancoins” to find spacious country homes, ideal for groups, that are often less expensive than a standard hotel.
Variable prices
🌐 airbnb.fr · gites-de-france.com
Where can I eat near the Lurcy-Lévis Circuit?
Le Kangourou – Pizzeria
🍕 PIZZERIA · IN LURCY-LÉVIS
The village pizzeria, just a stone's throw from the track. The obvious choice for a quick, hearty, no-frills meal after a session on the track. Pizzas, simple dishes, a relaxed atmosphere—the go-to spot for track regulars.
Dishes between €10 and €20
📞 04 70 67 93 51
📍 35 Boulevard Gambetta, 03320 Lurcy-Lévis
Le Bœuf des Ormes
🥩 FRENCH CUISINE · MEAT DISHES
A gourmet country restaurant in Limoise, just a few miles from the racetrack. Serving traditional French cuisine featuring prime cuts of meat, it’s the perfect place to end the day on a high note with a meal that’s well worth the detour. Reservations are recommended.
Dishes between €20 and €30
📞 04 70 67 55 63
📍 17 Route des Ormes, 03320 Limoise
La Terrasse de Goule
🌿 LOCAL CUISINE
A country restaurant in Bessais-le-Fromental, situated on the edge of a pond in the lush, green countryside typical of the Allier region. Local cuisine, regional specialties, and a terrace overlooking the natural surroundings. The perfect getaway for those who want to fully enjoy the rural Bourbonnais countryside after their training course. A calm and authentic atmosphere.
📞 06 65 68 23 55
📍 Route de l'Étang, 18210 Bessais-le-Fromental
