Corner-by-Corner Guide to Circuit Zandvoort
Mastering the Dunes: Corner-by-Corner Guide to Circuit Zandvoort I have been here a few times now, and I am still astonished that the race, nestled within the coastal dunes of North Holland, takes place at the Circuit Zandvoort , surrounded by sand directly on the beach, and I will be very sad to see it go. It is a legendary, old-school venue defined by steep elevation changes, blind crests, and zero margin for error, featuring two incredible banked turns. Zandvoort’s 4.259 km layout offers a thrilling, roller-coaster challenge where drivers must balance raw aggression with absolute precision. Sector 1: The Banked Opener & Dune Sweepers Turn 1 (Tarzanbocht): The main pit straight leads into a heavy-braking, slightly banked right-hand hairpin. Named after a local legend, Tarzan is the primary overtaking zone on the track. Turn 2 (Gerlachbocht): A quick, medium-speed right-hander that quickly compresses the car as drivers prepare to transition into the banking. Turn 3...
