Monza has more than 40 numbered grandstand areas, and picking the right one matters more The Autodromo Nazionale Monza is a 5.793km circuit set inside Parco di Monza, just north of Milan. It hosts the Italian Grand Prix and is known as the Temple of Speed for its long straights and high average speeds. This page covers the track layout, grandstand numbering, and which gate to use for your seat.
Monza’s grandstands are numbered around the circuit, from the start-finish straight through to the Parabolica. Use the map to see roughly where your seat sits before checking the gate table below.
Monza Circuit Track Data
The Autodromo Nazionale Monza runs 5.793km per lap over 11 turns, and it is one of the fastest circuits on the calendar. Cars run clockwise, and the circuit sits inside a public park rather than a purpose-built motorsport complex.
| Detail | Figure |
| Circuit length | 5.793km (3.600 miles) |
| Turns | 11 |
| Direction | Clockwise |
| Lap record (F1) | 1:20.901 |
| DRS zones | 2 — start/finish straight into Turn 1, and the back straight from Lesmo 2 into Variante Ascari |
| Setting | Parco di Monza public park |
Monza Corners: Where Each Grandstand Sits on the Track
Monza’s corners have their own names, and knowing them tells you exactly what kind of racing you’ll see from your seat. The circuit runs through three chicanes, one long sweeping corner, two linked right-handers, and a final high-speed bend before the pit straight.
| Corner | Also known as | What happens there | Nearby grandstands |
| Turns 1–2 | Variante del Rettifilo (Prima Variante) | Heavy braking from top speed into a tight right-left chicane — the most common first-lap incident spot | 1–5, 23–30 |
| Turn 3 | Curva Grande (Curva Biassono) | A long, flat-out right-hander taken above 300km/h | General Admission, north side |
| Turns 4–5 | Variante della Roggia (Seconda Variante) | A tricky left-right chicane, braking hidden in shade from trees and a bridge | 9, 10 |
| Turns 6–7 | Lesmo 1 and Lesmo 2 | Two connected right-handers demanding precise car placement; a poor exit costs speed all the way down the next straight | 11–14 |
| Turns 8–10 | Variante Ascari | A fast left-right-left chicane; exit speed here often decides who leads onto the back straight | 15–20 |
| Turn 11 | Curva Parabolica (Curva Alboreto) | A long, increasing-radius right-hander into the pit straight — the last realistic overtaking spot of the lap | 21, 22, Gradinate Interno Parabolica |
Grandstand-to-corner groupings above are approximate — always check your exact grandstand number and section against the map before you travel. For a ranked view of which of these stands is actually worth buying, see our Best Grandstands guide.
Monza Grandstand Numbers Explained
Monza’s grandstands are numbered rather than named, and the seat references inside each stand follow a simple logic. The letter tells you the row, and the number tells you the seat within that row. Row A sits at the front, closest to the track, and the rows climb higher as the letters progress.
Which Gate for Your Monza Grandstand
Monza has seven gates, and each one serves a specific set of grandstands. Arriving at the wrong gate on race day can mean a long extra walk around the outside of the circuit, so it’s worth checking this before you travel.
| Gate | Location | Serves grandstands |
| A/B Vedano | Southwest, main entrance | 1–5, 23–30 |
| B Santa Maria | West side | 1–8, 12–16, 26–30, 32 |
| C Costa Bassa | West side | 6–8, 12–16, 32, General Admission |
| D Lesmo | Northeast | 6, 9–16, 18, 32, 33A, 33B, General Admission |
| G Mirabello | North | 9–18, 20bis, 21–23, 33A, 33B, General Admission |
We recommend checking your ticket for the confirmed gate before you set off, since gate allocations can be adjusted between seasons.
Monza Accessibility: Terrain and Step-Free Routes
Monza’s official wheelchair-accessible seating is in Grandstand 31, confirmed by the circuit’s own accreditation page. Access requires accreditation in advance through the circuit’s dedicated registration portal, and spectators with a disability rating of 75% or higher are eligible to register.
Beyond that single grandstand, Monza is a harder circuit to navigate than most. It sits inside Parco di Monza, a large public park, and shuttle and train drop-off points can be a 10–20 minute walk from the grandstands over paths that are not consistently paved. If mobility is a concern for you or anyone in your group, we recommend planning extra time and, where possible, booking accommodation or transport that gets you closer to the gate you’ll actually use.
For the accreditation process itself, plus reserved accessible parking for accredited disabled fans, see our Visitor Information guide.
Monza Circuit FAQs
1. How long is the Monza circuit?
The Autodromo Nazionale Monza is 5.793km (3.600 miles) per lap, run over 11 turns in a clockwise direction. It’s one of the fastest circuits on the F1 calendar, known for its long straights.
2. How many grandstands does Monza have?
Monza has grandstands numbered from around 1 through the low 30s, positioned around the circuit from the start-finish straight to the Parabolica. Our Best Grandstands guide ranks them by view and value.
3. Which gate should I use at Monza?
Your gate depends on which grandstand you’re seated in. Monza has seven gates (A/B Vedano, B Santa Maria, C Costa Bassa, D Lesmo, G Mirabello), each serving a specific set of grandstands, so it’s worth checking the table above against your ticket.
4. Is Monza accessible for wheelchair users?
Monza’s wheelchair-accessible seating is in Grandstand 31, which requires accreditation in advance. Beyond that stand, the circuit’s park setting means longer walking distances than most, so it’s worth planning extra time. See our Visitor Information guide for the accreditation process.
5. Where are the best views of the Parabolica?
Grandstands 21 and 22 sit closest to the Parabolica, Monza’s final corner, including Gradinate Interno Parabolica on the inside of the bend. For a ranked comparison of these against Monza’s other stands, see our Best Grandstands guide.
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