Circuit designer Hermann Tilke believes an “incredible spec­tacle” awaits Formula One fans after the unveil­ing of his latest design around the streets of Azerbaijan capital Baku.

The city will become the new­est F1 venue in 2016 when it hosts the Grand Prix of Europe after an­nouncing in July a multi-year con­tract with Bernie Ecclestone.

Tilke, Ecclestone and Azerbai­jan’s Minister for Youth and Sport Azad Rahimov have now confirmed the layout for the race that will take place in the old and new of Baku.

Tilke said: “We have created a challenging street circuit, in terms of engineering and design, one that thrives on Baku’s very attractive urban atmosphere and its great combination of history and 21st-century style.

“The historic city centre, the beautiful seaside promenade and the impressive government house all combine to provide the perfect backdrop for a spectacular track.

“Obviously, street circuits present a number of challenges in terms of design, but we have been able to incorporate some unique features that will provide the teams and fans with fascinating racing.

“For example, there will be an extremely narrow uphill section at the old town wall that will reward pinpoint accuracy and courage.

“We have an acceleration sec­tion of almost 2.2 kilometres along the promenade which will see the cars running flat out at very high top speeds, something that will cre­ate an incredible spectacle for the race fans on track and the viewers at home.”