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Warmup Academy — Simulator Margencel

Pro car and bike sim racing centre in Margencel: pro gear (Direct Drive wheels, F1 pedals, triple screen, bucket seats), discovery sessions, virtual driving clinics and group events.

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Warmup Academy — sim racing Margencel
At a glance
Type
Racing simulator
Access
Indoor · year-round
Price
Session ~€20-40/30min · clinics from ~€80-150
Duration
30 min to 1h
Best season
Year-round
Town
Margencel

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What is Warmup Academy — Simulator Margencel

Warmup Academy in Margencel is a centre dedicated to professional car and bike racing simulators. The venue has several cockpits with Direct Drive wheels (realistic force feedback), F1-grade pedals, 4K triple screens and bucket seats — gear similar to that used by pro drivers to train.

Who is it for? From beginners curious about racing to keen amateurs wanting to perfect their racing line, the centre welcomes all profiles from age 14-16. 30 min discovery sessions, 1h or half-day clinics, group events (stag, birthdays, seminars). Coaching available with an experienced driver to progress faster.

Good to know. Online booking strongly recommended, especially evenings and weekends. Prices around €20-40 for 30 min, clinics from €80-150. No prerequisites: everything is explained, no helmet required (no physical risk). Comfortable clothes. Accessible from Thonon (~10 min) or Geneva (~50 min). 100% indoor activity, ideal year-round and in any weather.

Activities

What you can do here

Practical

Practical information

Address
Margencel, 74200 — see warmupacademy.fr View on map
GPS coordinates
46.339° N · 6.408° E
Phone
See warmupacademy.fr
Official website
https://www.warmupacademy.fr
Opening hours
Tuesday to Saturday evenings mainly, Sunday by programme. Exact hours on the website.
Prices
30 min session ~€20-40, clinics from ~€80-150. 2026 to confirm.
Booking
Strongly recommended online.
Duration
30 min to 1h per session, longer for clinics
Parking
Parking nearby.
Accessibility
Single-level centre, wheelchair access to confirm.
Audience
From around 14-16 (depending on age and height). No upper limit.
Languages
French, English depending on staff.
Access

How to get there

By car

From Thonon ~10 min, from Geneva ~50 min via A40. On-site parking.

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Public transport

Regional buses serving Margencel from Thonon. Check timetables.

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By bike

Accessible via Lake Geneva cycle routes.

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Nearest stops

  • College T. Monod · Cars Région Haute-Savoie · Y91 · 614 m

Transport data verified on 2026-06-15 · source transport.data.gouv.fr (Licence Etalab 2.0)

Parking

  • Free · 328 m · 7 spaces · Go →

Parking checked on 2026-06-15 · © les contributeurs d'OpenStreetMap sous licence ODbL

When to visit

When to visit

Year-round, 100% indoor activity. Peak Friday/Saturday evenings.
Events : Seasonal clinics, internal tournaments, group events. Programme on warmupacademy.fr.
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is a Direct Drive sim?

A Direct Drive wheel offers extremely realistic road force feedback, like in a real car. It's the top of sim racing, used by pro drivers to train.

From what age?

Open from around 14-16 (depending on age and height). No upper limit.

How much does a session cost?

30 min session ~€20-40/person. Clinics from ~€80-150. 2026 prices to confirm on warmupacademy.fr.

Do I need a driving licence?

No, no licence needed. It's a leisure activity, open even to teens (no physical risk).

Can I come as a group?

Yes, stag, birthday and corporate seminar packages available. Races between friends, rankings, podiums.

Which circuit/car to choose?

The catalogue includes iconic circuits (Nürburgring, Spa, Monaco) and a wide car range (GT, F1, rally). Staff advice on site.

Do I need to book?

Yes, online booking strongly recommended, especially Friday/Saturday evenings and for groups.

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Sources & verification

Multi-source verification at publication. Information may change — confirm with the official operator before travelling.

Published 3 juin 2026·Updated 15/06/26

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