Historic Tour
French Historic Circuit Championship
In 2026, the Historic Tour, the French VHC Circuit Championship, will begin its twelfth season with renewed ambition and undiminished passion, supported by a loyal, enthusiastic and committed community.
Since its inception, this championship has been based on a simple idea: to bring our automotive heritage to life by returning it to where it is best expressed — on the track. In 2026, this philosophy remains at the heart of every meeting. Cars from the 1950s to the 1990s will compete in a rigorous, friendly and accessible sporting environment, bringing together generations of drivers, cars and knowledgeable enthusiasts.
The Championship comprises 4 categories:
Single-seaters/Protos: Trophée FRenault Classic, Challenge Formula Ford Historic, Trophée Formule Ford Kent.
GT/Touring Pre 1990: Lotus Trophy, Sprint Series Between 66, Sprint Series Between 81
GT/Touring Post 1990: GT Classic, Youngtimers 2L Cup
French Historic Endurance Championship: 200 km Historic Tour
Races take place over 20 to 30 minutes depending on the category, and 90 minutes for the endurance race
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Grids making up the French Championship
GT series, competition, marque cup, Group B, Group 5 produced between 01/01/1982 and 31/12/2000 - see list of eligible cars - no PTH
Formula Ford 1600 Kent single-seaters built from 1967 to 1992.
FRenault single-seaters until 1994. With 2 classes: Turbo and Atmo 1721
GT Tourisme Between 1966
GT Tourisme Pré 1981
Tourism Grp N, A and F-GTI, ‘GTI’ type with less than 2 litres - without PTH, approved between 01/01/1982 and 31/12/1990.
Youngtimers under 2 litres until 31/12/1997.
GT and Berlines, on application, under 2 litres before 31/12/2000.
Formula Ford from 1967 to 1981, in its original configuration, also welcomed guest cars in the same spirit: 1600cc without fins.
Lotus Seven Series I, II, III and IV, built between 1957 and 1973, Caterham 1600cc. Other Lotus by invitation (excluding Trophy).
All Saloons / GTs and Protos eligible for one of the Historic Tour Trophies except Single Seater.
Guest line-ups for the championship
Tourisme and GT models produced before 31/12/1999.
Numerous upgrades and modifications are possible, while retaining the same engine.
