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Vincennes Racecourse
Vincennes Racecourse is a horse-racing track in Paris, France. It opened in 1863, at the Rte de la Ferme.
History of Vincennes Racecourse
1863 – Vincennes Racecourse was inaugurated on March 23, 1863, on the site of the former Imperial Farm.
1870s – The racecourse was damaged during the Franco-Prussian War.
1879 – Vincennes was rebuilt and reopened after the war.
1906 – The creation of the winter meeting helped establish Vincennes as a major seasonal center for trotting.
1919 – After World War I, racing resumed at Vincennes, and plans developed for a major international trotting event.
1920 – Vincennes hosted the first edition of the Prix d’Amérique, which later became one of the most famous harness races in the world.
1934 – The final steeplechase race was held at Vincennes on November 26, 1934. After that, the venue became fully focused on trotting.
1952 – Night racing began at Vincennes, giving the racecourse another signature feature.
1983 – The racecourse entered a modern era with improved grandstands and upgraded public areas designed for major racing crowds.
1993 – The main track was modernized with banked turns, helping create a faster and more demanding racing surface.
Track Details
Main Course / Grande Piste
- The main course is called the Grande Piste.
- It is the primary racing surface at Vincennes, at dirt track.
- Approximate length: 1,975 meters.
- Commonly referenced length: about 2,000 meters.
- The Grande Piste forms the main outer course of the Vincennes layout.
- It includes the home straight in front of the grandstand.
- The winning post and finish line are located on the home straight.
- The course includes a long upper section and chute area used for longer-distance starts.
- The Grande Piste is used for many of the racecourse’s most important trotting events.
- Major races such as the Grand Prix d’Amérique are associated with the main course.
- The course is known as a demanding test of stamina, balance, and finishing power.
- The long Vincennes stretch often turns races into a searching examination, where a trotter’s engine must keep firing when the pressure is at full roar.
Smaller Track / Petite Piste
- The smaller track is called the Petite Piste.
- Approximate length: 1,325 meters.
- Surface: Dirt.
- The Petite Piste is part of the integrated Vincennes racing layout.
- It sits inside the larger course configuration.
- It is not a completely separate standalone oval.
- The Petite Piste is commonly associated with night racing and shorter-format racing programs.
- Its tighter layout can place greater emphasis on early position, timing, and driver judgment.
- The smaller course gives Vincennes a different racing tempo, sharper and more tactical than the sweeping main course.
Other Facilities
Grandstand
- The grandstand is located along the home straight.
- Spectators from the grandstand have a direct view of the finish line and winning post.
- The racecourse capacity is commonly listed at approximately 40,000 people.
- The grandstand and public areas are designed to support large race-day crowds.
Giant Screen, Stabling and Horse Facilities
- Vincennes features a large giant screen.
- The screen measures approximately 160 square meters.
- The racecourse is listed as having around 150 to 170 boxes, depending on the facility count used by the source.
Visitor Services
- Betting areas
- Information services
- Shop and souvenir areas
- Accessibility services
- Educational activities
- Stable visits on selected occasions
- Race-day public amenities
Le Panoramique
- Le Panoramique is the main panoramic restaurant at Vincennes Racecourse.
- It is located on Level 3.
- It is accessible through the owners’ entrance.
- Reservations are required and can be made by phone at 01 49 77 16 23, seven days a week from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., or by email at resa.restauration@letrot.com.
- Reservations may be made up to 24 hours in advance.
- It is open from Friday to Sunday on race days.
- It offers a 360-degree view over Hippodrome Paris-Vincennes.
- Published menus have included starters, main courses, desserts, sharing plates, and a children’s menu.
- Sample listed menu items have included entrecôte with fries, fish dishes such as salmon or cod, tartare de bœuf, salade César, tarte fine aux pommes, café gourmand, regional cheeses, tarama with blinis, and a children’s menu for guests up to age 12.
- Past published pricing examples include starters around €10–€19, main courses around €22–€38, desserts around €10–€16, sharing plates around €10–€14, and a children’s menu around €16.
Café Casaques
- Café Casaques is listed among the food and drink areas at Vincennes Racecourse.
Grand Hall
- Vincennes has a 3,000-square-meter Grand Hall.
- The Grand Hall supports race-day activity and visitor flow.
- Facilities in the Grand Hall include:
- Betting booths
- Information kiosk
- Souvenir shop
- Bureau de change
- Cash machine
- The Grand Hall helps the racecourse serve large crowds during major meetings such as the Grand Prix d’Amérique.
Heat Bar
- Heat Bar is a quick-service food and drink area at Vincennes.
- It is located on the ground floor.
- It is accessible through the public entrance.
- It is open on all race days.
- It offers quick food and drink service, with items such as sandwiches, sweets, and beverages.
- The Bar des Cracks is also available on Saturdays and Sundays of racing during the Meeting d’Hiver.
l’Espace Uranie
- l’Espace Uranie is another restaurant space listed by the official Vincennes restaurant page.
- It is located on Level 3.
- It is accessible through the owners’ entrance.
- Reservations are required and can be made by phone at 01 49 77 16 23, seven days a week from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., or by email at resa.restauration@letrot.com.
- Reservations may be made up to 24 hours in advance.
- It is open from Monday to Thursday on race days.
- Guests can dine while watching trotting races.
Hippopub
- Hippopub covers approximately 380 square meters.
- It is spread across four platforms.
- It includes free connected and interactive services.
- It has a varied food offering and panoramic views.
- It is located on Level 2.
- It is accessible through the public entrance.
- It is open every Sunday.
Race Schedule and Major Events & Races
Vincennes Race Schedule
🐎 Live Racing Schedule
- Vincennes Racecourse hosts trotting races throughout the year.
- Race meetings may include daytime programs.
- Race meetings may also include night racing programs.
- Vincennes is equipped for nocturnal racing.
🐎 Meeting d’Hiver
- The Meeting d’Hiver is the most prominent racing season at Vincennes Racecourse.
- The meeting includes major winter trotting events.
- The Grand Prix d’Amérique is the headline race of the winter season.
- The meeting also includes major races connected to the Amérique Races program.
🐎 Amérique Races Program
- The Amérique Races program is held at Hippodrome Paris-Vincennes.
- The program includes qualifying races leading to the Grand Prix d’Amérique.
- The program includes three major championship races:
- 🐴 Grand Prix d’Amérique
- 🐴 Prix de France
- 🐴 Prix de Paris
🐎 Meeting de Printemps
- The Meeting de Printemps is one of the official racing periods at Vincennes Racecourse.
- The meeting includes trotting races held during the spring season.
🐎 Meeting d’Été
- The Meeting d’Été is one of the official racing periods at Vincennes Racecourse.
- The meeting includes trotting races held during the summer season.
Major Race Events
- 🐴 Grand Prix d’Amérique
- 🐴 Prix de France
- 🐴 Prix de Paris
- 🐴 Grand National du Trot Final
- 🐴 Prix du Président de la République
- 🐴 Prix de Normandie
- 🐴 Prix René Ballière
- 🐴 Prix Albert Viel
- 🐴 Prix d’Essai
- 🐴 Critérium des 3 Ans
- 🐴 Critérium des 4 Ans
- 🐴 Critérium des 5 Ans
Location and Access to the Racecourse
- Vincennes Racecourse is officially known as Hippodrome Paris-Vincennes and is located at 2 Route de la Ferme, 75012 Paris, France.
- Specifically, the racecourse sits inside the Bois de Vincennes in eastern Paris, giving visitors a parkland setting while still keeping the venue accessible from the city.
- Visitors using public transportation can take the RER A to Joinville-le-Pont station, which is the main rail access point for the racecourse.
- Visitors can also reach the venue by bus. Bus 77 serves the Hippodrome de Vincennes stop, while Bus 112 serves the Carrefour de Beauté stop and Bus 201 serves the École du Breuil
- Visitors traveling by car can reach Vincennes Racecourse by taking the A4 motorway and using the Joinville-le-Pont
- Parking is available in the center of the racecourse, with access listed from Route du Pesage and Route de la Pyramide.
- Visitors traveling by bike can use nearby Vélib’ stations, including Station n°12163 – Hippodrome Paris-Vincennes and Station n°12128 – Pyramide / École du Breuil.
- Racecourse hours are listed for race days, with daytime opening from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and night racing opening from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Contact
- 2 Rte de la Ferme, 75012 Paris, France
- Phone: +33 1 49 77 17 17
- https://www.vincennes-hippodrome.com/fr/
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