Grandstand guide

Silver 2a - Alta Velocidad - Madring Grandstand Guide

Grandstand at Madring

Our verdict

Silver 2a at Madring puts you directly over the main overtaking zone at Turns 2 and 3, the Hortaleza right-hander, with pit lane exit views included, making it an excellent pick for fans who want to watch decisive early-lap moves and circuit-entry action.

Silver 2a - Alta Velocidad highlighted on the Madring circuit map

Video wall
Numbered seat

Silver 2a - Alta Velocidad highlighted; other sections in grey.

Silver 2a overlooks Turns 2 and 3, the Hortaleza right-hander, which the circuit recognises as one of its primary overtaking zones. Cars arrive here hard on the brakes before accelerating away, so the action in front of you tends to be close, committed and consequential.

The stand also gives you a sightline to the pit lane exit, so you can track cars rejoining the race after a stop, an important advantage during strategy-heavy grands prix. A big screen is present, keeping you informed of the wider race picture even when the action is happening elsewhere on the circuit.

Tickets are sold as a package and numbered seats are allocated, with groups of up to six able to sit together. The circuit is still under development, so stand size and exact location may be subject to change before race day.

What is the view like from Silver 2a Alta Velocidad at Madring?

Silver 2a Alta Velocidad overlooks the main overtaking zone at Turns 2 and 3, the Hortaleza right-hander, and the pit lane exit. This positioning places you at one of the circuit's most strategically important sections, where drivers brake hard from high speed before accelerating onto the longest straight. You will see the intensity of competition unfold directly in front of you as cars jostle for position through these turns.

The grandstand features numbered seating and includes access to a video wall, which provides additional race information and coverage. Your ticket is sold as a package, giving you a complete race day experience from this vantage point.

Madring is currently under development, so grandstand configurations and locations may change. It is advisable to confirm final details closer to your race date.

Silver 2a - Alta Velocidad vs other Madring grandstands

How Silver 2a - Alta Velocidad compares to the other main F1 grandstands at Madring, so you can decide where to sit before you book.

Grandstand	Covered	Numbered seat	Big screen	Podium view	Pit lane	Overtaking	Seats together	Best for
Silver 2a - Alta VelocidadYou're viewing	No	Yes	Yes	No	Yes	Yes	Up to 6	Overtaking at circuit entry and pit lane exit views
Bronze 15 - Curvas Enlazadas	No	Yes	Yes	No	No	No	Up to 10	Fast Valdebebas Esses and technical racing
Bronze 4 - Alta Velocidad	No	Yes	Yes	No	No	Yes	Up to 10	Overtakes and decisive moves at high-speed chicane
Bronze 6 - Chicane	No	Yes	Yes	No	No	No	Up to 6	Uphill technical section and blind corner action
Gold 1 - Recta Principal	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Up to 10	Race starts, pit lane and podium celebrations
Gold 2 - Recta Principal	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Up to 4	Race starts, pit lane and podium celebrations
Gold 9 - Peraltada Monumental	No	Yes	Yes	No	No	No	Up to 10	La Monumental banked corner, inside view
Silver 10 - Peraltada Monumental	No	Yes	Yes	No	No	No	Up to 8	La Monumental banking from elevated outside position
Silver 12 - Peraltada Monumental	No	Yes	Yes	No	No	Yes	Up to 10	La Monumental exit and Turn 13 overtaking zone
Silver 13 - Curvas Enlazadas	No	Yes	No	No	No	Yes	Up to 10	Heavy braking and overtaking at Turn 13
Silver 16 - Curvas Enlazadas	No	Yes	Yes	No	No	Yes	Up to 10	Heavy braking and overtaking before the tunnel
Silver 7 - Chicane	No	Yes	No	No	No	Yes	Up to 10	Overtaking action before La Monumental entry

Frequently asked questions

What corners can I see from Silver 2a Alta Velocidad?+

Silver 2a overlooks Turns 2 and 3, the Hortaleza right-hander, and the pit lane exit, giving you a view of the circuit's primary overtaking zone.

Is the pit lane visible from this grandstand?+

Yes, the pit lane exit is visible from Silver 2a Alta Velocidad, allowing you to watch strategy play out as teams make their stops.

Are the seats numbered or general admission?+

Silver 2a offers numbered seating, so your exact seat location is assigned when you purchase your ticket.

What is included with Silver 2a Alta Velocidad tickets?+

Your ticket is sold as a package and includes access to a video wall at the grandstand.

Is this a good spot for watching overtaking?+

Yes, Silver 2a is positioned at the main overtaking zone at Turns 2 and 3, where drivers brake heavily and attempt passes through the Hortaleza right-hander.

Fans specifically chasing podium and pit lane views together should look at Gold 1 or Gold 2 on the Recta Principal instead. Both offer covered seats, views of the start-finish straight, and direct sightlines to both the podium and the pit lane, while Silver 2a gives you the pit lane exit but not the podium. Gold 1 accommodates groups of up to ten and Gold 2 up to four, compared with up to six at Silver 2a.

For overtaking action elsewhere on the circuit, Bronze 4 covers Turns 4 and 5 at the first chicane after the long Ribera del Sena straight and seats groups of up to ten, while Silver 7 at Turn 11 also overlooks a recognised overtaking zone and fits up to ten together. Silver 2a distinguishes itself from both by adding the pit lane exit view to the overtaking spectacle.