the forgotten swiss formula 1 gp

a short trip back to the swiss circuit motorsport

In 1931, the Bremgarten Circuit near the Swiss capital of Bern was first mentioned in history. Initially, motorcycle races took place on the high-speed course. The Motorcycle World Cup was a guest between 1931 and 1937 at the Grand Prix of Europe or the Grand Prix of Switzerland. After the war, the Motorcycle World Championship hosted the Swiss GP again, first in 1949 and then again from 1951 to 1954.

In the years 1950-1954 a total of 5 Formula 1 races took place. Juan Manuel Fangio won twice. Farina, Ascari and Taruffi once each. The race was criticized from time to time. The church did not like the fact that Sunday was being abused and other circles also had little joy in the event. In 1955, when a racing car flew into the stands at Le Mans and claimed a total of 84 lives, circuit racing in Switzerland was prohibited by law. A unique ban worldwide.

Opening: 1931 (until 1955)

Track: temporary course

Length: 7.280 km / 4.523 mi

Curves: 13 (10 left and 3 right curves)

Direction: clockwise

Lap time: F1 ~ 2: 35 min.

Venue for: F1, Motorcycle World Championship

Berne population: 143,000

Language: Swiss-German

Currency: Swiss Franc (CHF)

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