The GT World Challenge Europe powered by AWS arrives at the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve from 16th to 18th October 2026, bringing some of the world’s most spectacular GT3 cars to the track. Factory-backed teams and elite drivers compete in a high-intensity weekend where speed, strategy and endurance define every on-track battle.
Featuring iconic manufacturers and fiercely competitive grids, this is one of the highlights of the international GT calendar.
Sprint
Endurance
Secure your place trackside and experience the power and unmistakable sound of GT3 racing. You wouldn’t want to miss this international spectacle, would you?
Please note that media accreditation for the event will open from 1st May until 4th October, via the following link:
All applications must be submitted within the stated deadline.
Check our FAQ section to find information on where to buy tickets, what you can bring, parking, and other essential details.
If you have any questions not covered on the website, please contact us at:
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(Admission allowed only for children over 3 years old, in accordance with current legislation.)
Algarve Motorsports Park Sítio do Escampadinho, Mexilhoeira Grande, 8500-148 Portimão, Portugal
The Autódromo Internacional do Algarve (AIA) race track opened its doors on 2nd November 2008 after just seven months of construction. It was a true race against time to host the circuit’s inaugural race – the final round of the Superbike World Championship.
The Autódromo Internacional do Algarve (AIA) race track opened its doors on 2nd November 2008 after just seven months of construction. It was a true race against time to host the circuit’s inaugural race – the final round of the Superbike World Championship.
Faro Airport 8001-701 Faro, Portugal
via A22 53 min (81.8 km)
via N124 and A22 1 h 12 min (95.5 km)
Get on A22 from N125-10, IC4 and N125-4 | 13 min (11.5 km)
Follow A22 to CM1054. Take exit 3 from A22 | 33 min (63.0 km)
Continue on CM1054 to your destination | 7 min (7.3 km)
Get on A22 from N125-10, IC4 and N125-4 | 13 min (11.5 km)
Follow A22 and A2 to N124 in São Bartolomeu de Messines. Take exit 14 from A2 | 20 min (35.3 km)
Get on A22 in Silves from N124 and N124-1 | 23 min (24.0 km)
Follow A22 to CM1054. Take exit 3 from A22 | 9 min (17.5 km)
Continue on CM1054 to your destination | 7 min (7.3 km)
Lisbon Portela Airport 1700-111 Lisboa, Portugal
via A2 2 h 30 min (290 km)
Get on E1 from Av. Berlim | 2 min (750 m)
Follow A12, A2 and A22 to CM1054 in Faro. Take exit 3 from A22 | 2 h 20 min (282 km)
Continue on CM1054 to your destination | 7 min (7.3 km)
Tickets can be purchased at our shop, subject to availability at the time.
All tickets will be sent by email.
Once your tickets have been purchased (payment completed), it will not be possible to cancel the order.
