# Rwanda F1 Circuit Could Be Instant Classic

> Alex Wurz says Rwanda’s new F1 circuit will be an instant classic with 197m elevation change.
- Title: Rwanda F1 Circuit Could Be Instant Classic · Autoweek
- Summary: Alex Wurz says Rwanda’s new F1 circuit will be an instant classic with 197m elevation change. Alex Wurz believes Rwanda’s proposed F1 circuit will be an…
- Keywords: rwanda, african grand prix, alex wurz, kigali airport, 3.7 miles, 197 meters, elevation change, formula one, cars, sports, Circuit, Instant
- Source: Autoweek — https://autoweek.com/racing/formula-1/a74122830/rwandas-f1-circuit-could-be-an-instant-classic-says-alex-wurz
- Author: Phillip Horton
- Published: 2026-10-13T18:19:54+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: rwanda, f1, african grand prix, alex wurz, kigali airport, 3.7 miles, 197 meters, elevation change, formula one, cars, sports
## Rwanda to host African Grand Prix
Formula One announced Rwanda will host the African Grand Prix from the early 2030s, returning to Africa after 1993.
## Circuit design by Alex Wurz
Alex Wurz, a former F1 racer, is heavily involved in creating the new circuit with Tilke Engineering.
## Natural topography chosen
Wurz said the circuit’s location in Bugesera features two hills with a lake below, creating a perfect natural layout.
## 197m elevation change
The circuit will have 197 meters of elevation change, the most on the F1 calendar, due to Kigali’s 1,500 meters altitude.
## Wurz’s confidence in circuit
Wurz claims the circuit will be an instant classic, with drivers testing it on simulators and real laps.
## Key takeaway

Alex Wurz believes Rwanda’s proposed F1 circuit will be an instant classic due to its natural topography and 197m elevation change.