LE MANS 24 HOURS 2008
The famous Le Mans 24 hrs race and its unique atmosphere is Mecca for motor sport enthusiast and the greatest challenge for both racing car and driver alike. Visiting enthusiasts from every corner of the world are guaranteed a truly memorable experience at the delightful town of Le Mans and Sarthe Circuit. Le Mans literally buzzes during race week commencing with the scrutineering of cars in the town centre Monday and Tuesday followed by practice Wednesday and Thursday. The Parade of the Drivers through the streets on Friday finally sets the scene for the great race on Saturday and Sunday.
Lemob.com are again offering up to seven night attractive accommodation packages at various properties and four night camping packages at the Château d'Eporcé situated just over 15 minutes from Le Mans. All are designed primarily to cater for owners of Porsche and similar performance and classic marque cars.
Guests seeking accommodation have the choice of staying in French châteaux, country houses and attractive converted French country farmhouses many having swimming pools, all possessing their own individual charm and all within 20mins of Le Mans and the circuit. There's ample time to relax and savour the build up to the race and to explore the local countryside. We also offer 3 and 4 Star hotel accommodation packages centered at Amboise on the Loire.
We pride ourselves in making a special effort to encourage the first time visitor to Le Mans by ensuring they are shown around and given advice on how best to enjoy what will undoubtedly be a memorable occasion for them. Just some of the reasons why you should join us for the 24 Heures du Mans 2008 but be sure to book early to avoid disappointment.
Château d'Eporcé - La Quinte - Nr Le Mans
LE MANS 24HRS ACCOMMODATION PACKAGE DETAILS 2008
Included in your Package
* Four nights accommodation B&B Thur 12th - Sun 15th
* EXTRA THREE NIGHTS FREE of charge Mon 9th Wed 11th (does not apply to all properties, see booking form.)
* Park and Ride Coach Service from Château d'Eporcé to circuit on race days.
* Race coach to Arnage and Indianapolis corners (Saturday Evening subject to traffic conditions)
* Welcome drinks reception.
* Commemorative Le Mans rally plaque and regalia
* Safe parking
* Welcome Pack
* Full weeks programme of optional activities
Optional Extras
* Moules and Frites Welcome Party at Château d'Eporcé Thursday 9th.
* Wine Tasting and Canapés at d'Eporcé Sunday 15th.
* "Le Tour" Conducted circuit and pit lane tour. Fri 15th
* Pre Race Party Banquet at Château d'Eporcé Friday 15th.
* Celebration Post Race Barbecue at Chateau d'Eporcé Sunday 17th.
* Helicopter low level flights over circuit during the race.
Optional Attractions
Our programme of optional excursions during race week include:
* Visit to the Official Scrutineering in Le Mans town centre.
* Impromptu "bring your own food" BBQ s at Moné. Details on arrival.
* Day guided "Loire Valley Convoy Tour" visiting a wine cave and (subject to available spaces) our traditional lunch at the Hotel de France at La Chartre sur le Loire, famed when leading drivers and teams stayed there in the 50's and 60's and drove the race cars from the tiny town square in front of the hotel to the circuit!
* Dinner in Arnage Village during race night. (Subject to available spaces)
Extend your visit to France. Prices from only £30 per day. Between Thursday 5th June - Thursday 21st June we are able to offer extended breaks at Moné. A great opportunity to relax and explore this beautiful part of France. Paris, only 50mins away on the amazing TGV train from Le Mans is one of many exciting excursions available to you. Contact us with your requirements in this respect. Guests may also extend their stay at most properties by arrangement. Please ask for details and prices.
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LE MANS 24 HRS TOUR PROGRAMME 2008
Monday 9th
First guests arrive at Le Mans
13.00hrs-17.00hrs Scrutineering Town Centre
Tuesday 10th
10.00hrs-17.00hrs Scrutineering Town Centre
19.00hrs-23.00hrs Impromptu BBQ Moné
Wednesday 11th
11.00hrs-17.00hrs Optional Convoy Drive to the famous Hotel de France La Chartre sur le Loir for lunch returning via the circuit.
17.00hrs-24.00hrs Race Practice
Thursday 12th
17.00hrs-24.00hrs Race Practice
20.00hrs-22.00hrs Moules & Frites Party Moné or Château d'Eporcé.
Friday 13th
11.00hrs-17.00hrs Optional 'Le Tour" - Guided coach tour of the circuit. Includes a visit to the corners of Mulsanne and Indianapolis to observe the impromptu parades of sports cars and to sample some of Le Mans 24Hrs atmosphere, a lunch stop in Le Mans Old Town and a Pit Lane Walk
18.30hrs-20.00hrs Town centre "Drivers Parade" (not part of "Le Tour")
20.00hrs-23.00hrs Celebration Pre Race "Le Mob" Banquet Château d'Eporcé
Saturday 14th
8.30hrs-12.30hrs Park and Ride to 24 Hrs Circuit from Eporcé
15.00hrs Le Mans Vingt Quatre Heures Start.
18.30hrs-1.30hrs Park and Ride from 24 Hrs Circuit to Eporcé.
19.00hrs-21.00hrs Optional Dinner in Arnage Village followed by visit to Arnage Corner. (Limited number of spaces available - reservations required)
Sunday 15th
8.30hrs-12.30hrs Park and Ride to 24 Hrs Circuit from Eporcé
15.00hrs Le Mans 24Hrs Finish.
15.30hrs-16.30hrs Park and Ride from 24 Hrs Circuit to Eporcé.
18.00hrs Wine Tasting Eporcé
18.30hrs Chateau d'Eporcé Farewell Barbecue
Monday 16th
8.00hrs-10.00hrs Farewell Breakfast
Note: Programme subject to minor amendments.
Certain activities are optional or suggestions and not included in package.
LE MANS 24 HOURS CAMPING 2008
Package Details & Programme
Château d'Eporcé (La Quinte nr Le Mans)
Invitation to 24 Heures du Mans
Lemob.com return to Le Mans in 2008 with our popular four day executive camping packages. Château d'Eporcé offers guests superb and exclusive camping. Situated approximately fifteen mins easy country drive from Le Mans and the circuit the chateau is the perfect choice for owners of performance and classic marque cars seeking to avoid the noisy high life activity associated with the circuit and other campsites. The superb tranquil grounds of Château d'Eporcé offer guests secure comfortable camping with ample permanent new shower and toilet facilities.
To download a camping booking form please click here or contact us direct
We take pride in making a special effort to encourage the first time visitor to Le Mans, ensuring they are shown around and given advice on how best to enjoy what will undoubtedly be a memorable occasion for them. Why not join us at Château d'Eporcé for the 24 Heures du Mans 2008 but don't leave it too late as numbers are strictly limited to preserve the unique relaxed friendly atmosphere.
LE MANS 24HRS CAMPING PACKAGE DETAILS 2008
Package Details
For your convenience and enjoyment the following facilities and services are included:
* Secure spacious reserved tent, caravan and mobile home camping pitches.
* Fully serviced toilet and shower facilities.
* Free Safe parking for cars.
* Free Cooked or continental breakfast served each morning during your stay between 7.00am and 10.00am
* Free return coach service between the château and the circuit on race days Saturday and Sunday. Not having to drive allows guests the freedom of being able to enjoy a drink whilst at the circuit.
* Free return coach visits from the pits area to Indianapolis and Arnage Corners during the race. (Subject to traffic conditions).
* Commemorative Regalia.
Important Note:
The host's campsite rules insist all guests respect the enjoyment of their fellow guests at all times. Whilst they encourage everyone to enjoy themselves during their stay at Eporcé the château is definitely not suitable for those campers preferring the all night noise and bustle of the campsites at the circuit.
Package Prices
The package price is £149 per person and includes four nights camping from Thursday 12th through to Monday morning 16th June and all the above services and facilities. We regret we are unable to offer a reduction to those guests wishing to stay for less than four nights.
Optional Extras
Bookable through lemob.com
* Moules and Frites Welcome Party château courtyard Thursday 14th.
* "Le Tour" Friday 13th all day conducted coach tour around circuit including a "Pit Lane Walk" and visits to Arnage and Indianapolis corners to witness the unofficial "Parade of Brits". The coach stops in Le Mans town centre for lunch (not included). Le Tour is particularly suitable for the first time visitor.
* Pre Race Party Banquet at Château d'Eporcé Friday 13th.
* Helicopter low level flights over circuit during the race.
* Wine Tasting and Canapés at d'Eporcé Sunday 15th.
* Celebration Post Race Barbecue at Chateau d'Eporcé Sunday 15th.
* Tent hire.
* Additional Camping Nights
Optional Extra Prices
Friday and Sunday Evening Barbecues £22 per person
Friday “Pre Race Banquet” £30 per person.
All meals include a 1/2 bottle wine or soft drinks.
“Le Tour” coach tour £20 per person.
Helicopter Flights £79 per person.
Additional Nights Camping £15 per person per night. (Breakfast not available)
Availability
Camping spaces are strictly limited to less than 200 persons in order to ensure a friendly uncrowded atmosphere.
Early booking is strongly advised. To confirm availability ask further information.
Extend your camping visit to France for only £15 per day per person excluding breakfast Monday 11th June -Wednesday 13th June. A great opportunity to visit scrutineering, relax and explore this beautiful part of France. Paris, only 50mins away on the amazing TGV train from Le Mans is one of many exciting excursions available to you.
To download a camping booking form please click here or contact us direct.
LE MANS 24 HRS CAMPING PROGRAMME 2008
Thursday 12th
10.00hrs Campsite Opens
17.00hrs-24.00hrs Race Practice Sessions
18.00hrs - 21.00hrs Moules & Frites Party
Friday 13th
11.00hrs Depart Château d'Eporcé on Guided Tour of Circuit. "Le Tour" Guest Only
12.30hrs Stop in Le Mans old town centre for refreshments.
14.00hrs Visit to Mulsanne and Indianapolis to sample the atmosphere and observe the impromptu parade of sports cars and their attendant characters.
16.00hrs Pit Lane Walk
17.00hrs "Le Tour" finishes at Chateau d' Eporcé
18.00hrs "Drivers Parade" Le Mans town centre.
20.30hrs Celebration Pre Race "Le Mob" 2006 Banquet Chateau d' Eporcé
Saturday 14th
9.00hrs-12.30hrs Coach Shuttle Chateau d'Eporcé to the Expo Centre, Circuit de 24 Heures du Mans
15.00hrs Le Mans Vingt Quatre Heures Start.
16.30hrs-01.00hrs Hourly coach service back to Chateau d'Eporcé
19.00hrs-21.00hrs Coach Visit from Expo Centre to the corners of Arnage and Indianapolis.
Subject to cancellation if adverse traffic conditions.
01.00hrs Last Coach departs Circuit for Chateau d'Eporcé.
Sunday 15th
08.30hrs-11.00hrs Coach Shuttle Chateau d'Eporcé to the Expo Centre, Circuit 24 Heures du Mans
15.00hrs Le Mans Vingt Quatre Heures Finish.
15.30hrs-16.30hrs Chateau d'Eporcé return Coach Service
18.00hrs Farewell Post Race Barbecue back at Chateau d'Eporcé Wine Tasting and Canapes
Monday 16th
8.00hrs-10.00hrs Farewell Breakfast
13.00hrs All campers to be off site.
Note: Programme subject to minor amendments. Certain activities are optional or suggestions and not included in package.
JOIN US FOR THE LE MANS 24HRS JUNE 14TH 15TH 2008