Frasnes-lez-Gosselies
Frasnes-lez-Gosselies is village of Wallonia located in municipality of Les Bons Villers, Hainaut province, Belgium, with population of approximately 3,000. The village sits 40 kilometers south of Brussels and 13 kilometers south of Charleroi, strategically positioned between Belgian capital and major motorsport facilities in Wallonia. This central location makes Frasnes-lez-Gosselies practical base for motorsport enthusiasts seeking access to Belgium's legendary circuits while enjoying quiet rural environment near urban areas.
Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps (110 kilometers southeast, 1.5 hours via E42) is accessible from Frasnes-lez-Gosselies through Belgian highways. The legendary 7.004-kilometer circuit with famous Eau Rouge/Raidillon corner hosts 200+ annual track days. RSRSpa, Skylimit Events, and numerous organizers hold track days for 200-400 euros. The circuit hosts Formula 1 Belgian Grand Prix, 24 Hours of Spa attracting 70,000+ spectators, and 6 Hours of Spa WEC race. Circuit Zolder (120 kilometers northeast, 1.5 hours) in Heusden-Zolder offers 4.011-kilometer circuit with regular track days organized by Skylimit Events and other organizers. The circuit hosts 24 Hours of Zolder and NASCAR Whelen Euro Series. Circuit Jules Tacheny in Mettet (60 kilometers southeast) operates 2.6-kilometer circuit hosting Superbike racing and national events. Nürburgring in Germany (250 kilometers east) is accessible for Nordschleife driving weekends.
Brussels South Karting is located directly in Frasnes-lez-Gosselies, offering 500-meter karting circuit with 6-meter width featuring technical layout for experienced drivers and beginners. The facility provides kart rental, corporate events, and competitions. This presence of karting facility within village creates active local motorsport community. RACB (Royal Automobile Club of Belgium) organizes motorsport events and track days across Wallonia. Brand clubs include Porsche Club Belgium, BMW Club Belgium, Audi Club Belgium coordinating track days at Spa-Francorchamps and Zolder. Club Lotus Belgium and Ferrari Club Belgium also hold events. Members benefit from reduced pricing, instructor coaching, and social events. Track day organizations like Skylimit Events and Circuit Days Belgium provide access for all skill levels.
Green Power Karting Charleroi (15 kilometers north) offers additional indoor karting facilities. Karting des Fagnes in Mariembourg (50 kilometers south) features Belgium's largest outdoor karting circuit at 1,366 meters. RACB Karting de Spa-Francorchamps (110 kilometers) operates 1,092-meter competition circuit within famous F1 track. Autocross and gymkhana events occur in Hainaut region organized by RACB and local clubs. Rally opportunities through rally clubs in Wallonia - region hosts Rally del Condroz stages on Ardennes forest roads. Frasnes-lez-Gosselies benefits from excellent highway access E19 (Brussels-Paris) and E42 (Liège-Namur-Mons) for quick travel to all major circuits. The Ardennes region to south offers hundreds of kilometers of winding driving roads through dense forests - roads N568, N53, and local routes popular with motorcycle and sports car enthusiasts. Proximity to Charleroi provides urban services and automotive business support. The village supports motorsport culture with residents participating at Brussels South Karting and traveling regularly to Spa for track days. Cars and Coffee events occur in Charleroi and Brussels accessible from Frasnes-lez-Gosselies. The village's central position between Brussels and Walloon circuits makes it ideal location for enthusiasts seeking balance between world-class circuit access and quiet rural living.