Drift Stage at the Vaison Piste Circuit – In Burgundy (71)
2 km of technical track · 11 corners · 6,000 m² drift area · FFSA & FFM certified
Vaison Piste at a glance.
Located in Saône-et-Loire (71), in Torcy, just a few kilometres from Le Creusot and Montchanin, the Vaison Piste Circuit is one of the most technical tracks in Burgundy. Opened in 2015 after several years of work on a former rallycross site, the circuit is now certified by both the FFSA and FFM, and hosts leisure track days, driving courses, and manufacturer testing alike.
With its 2 km of track, 11 consecutive corners, 30 metres of elevation change, and a long 650-metre straight, Vaison Piste offers a true variety of situations to progress in drift. Accessible from Paris in 1h20 by TGV (Le Creusot TGV station is 10 minutes from the circuit), it is our reference circuit for clients from Burgundy and the Paris region.
Technical Specifications
✓ 2 km asphalt track · 10 m wide
✓ 11 corners including 4 left-handers, 7 right-handers, 1 chicane and 1 Alfano loop
✓ 30 m elevation change – rolling and technical layout
✓ 650m main straight
✓ FFSA (car) and FFM (motorcycle) certified
✓ Snack bar + pit garages + fully equipped paddock on site
Access
Address: Forêt le Duc / Bois du Ro, 71210 Torcy (Saône-et-Loire)
From Paris (~3h15): A6 motorway towards Lyon, exit 24 Chalon-sur-Saône Sud, then towards Le Creusot / Torcy.
By TGV: Paris Gare de Lyon → Le Creusot TGV station in 1h20, then taxi to the circuit (~10 min, ~€15)
From Lyon (~1h45): A6 motorway towards Paris, exit 24 Chalon-sur-Saône Sud.
By TGV: Lyon Part-Dieu → Le Creusot TGV station in 40 min
From Clermont-Ferrand (~2h15): A71 then A79 towards Mâcon / Chalon
From Mâcon (~1h): Towards Le Creusot via the N80
Nearest station: Le Creusot TGV – Montchanin (~10 min from the circuit) · Paris in 1h20 · Lyon in 40 min
Nearby towns: Le Creusot, Montchanin, Montceau-les-Mines, Chalon-sur-Saône, Beaune
Where to stay near Vaison Piste?
Kyriad Le Creusot – Montchanin
8 KM · RESTAURANT + POOL
The circuit's partner hotel. Located just 2 minutes' walk from Le Creusot TGV station, the Kyriad Montchanin is the all-in-one solution: arrive by TGV the evening before, have dinner at the Pool o Po! restaurant, sleep on site, and the next morning you're on track in 10 minutes. 87 air-conditioned rooms, seasonal outdoor swimming pool, bar-lounge, free parking and free EV charging point.
Rooms from €83/night
📞 03 85 77 85 00
🌐 le-creusot-montchanin.kyriad.com
📍 56 Route du Pont Jeanne Rose, 71210 Montchanin
B&B HOTEL Le Creusot Montchanin
BEST VALUE FOR MONEY
The B&B Hotel is the perfect choice for groups looking to stay within their budget without sacrificing comfort. It features 70 clean and functional rooms, free parking, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Rooms starting at €66/night
📞 03 85 57 29 00
🌐 hotel-bb.com
📍 68 Route du Pont Jeanne Rose, 71210 Montchanin
Nota Bene
RENOVATED DESIGN HOTEL · ON THE CANAL · ON-SITE RESTAURANT
For those looking for a true hotel experience after a day of drifting. Located in Montceau-les-Mines, on the banks of the Canal du Centre, the Nota Bene is a fully renovated, independently owned design hotel featuring 46 air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant-brasserie-bar, a fitness center, and a squash court. It offers an authentic Burgundian atmosphere, far from industrial areas.
Rooms starting at €93/night
📞 03 85 69 10 15
🌐 hotelnotabene.com
📍 70 Quai Jules Chagot, 71300 Montceau-les-Mines
Where can I eat near Vaison Piste?
Côté Sud
🍕 MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE
The best restaurant in Montchanin according to TripAdvisor. Located 6 km from the racetrack, just a stone’s throw from the Kyriad and the B&B Hotel, Côté Sud offers Mediterranean cuisine and artisanal pizzas in a relaxed setting. Ample parking, suitable for groups, open for lunch and dinner. The obvious choice if you’re staying in Montchanin.
Dishes ranging from €12 to €25
📞 03 85 77 79 12
📍 1 Avenue des Mouettes, 71210 Montchanin
La Spiaggia
🍝 ITALIAN CUISINE
The closest restaurant to the ski area: La Spiaggia is located right in Torcy, less than 3 km from the slopes. It serves pizza, pasta, and daily specials. This family-run restaurant, managed by the Ceccarelli family, is open seven days a week and offers affordable prices. It’s the perfect spot for lunch without having to drive back.
Dishes ranging from €12 to €25
📞 03 85 80 88 80
📍 4 Place de la Grande Motte, 71210 Torcy
Maison Durque
🥐 BAKERY - PASTRY SHOP
Not a restaurant, but a must-visit spot: Maison Durque is Le Creusot’s premier artisanal bakery, renowned for its pastries and macarons. It’s the perfect place to grab breakfast or a snack before hitting the road for a morning drive. Simple, local, and well-made.
📞 03 85 55 70 51
📍 49 Rue Jean Jaurès, 71200 Le Creusot
