Also, have good showers with the ablutions. Only a few euros, assuming the frogs haven't reverted to francs by then

Who knows? We just rejected the European constitution last week, and we are seriously considering annexing a couple of countries to restore our colonies

More seriously, ACO showers are indeed very clean compared to all the others.
Regarding access to the grandstand (that is, without tickets), these are half empty in the evening of the Saturday and early on Sunday morning. From the ACO bar, simply ask kindly if you can go and take a look, promising that you will stay near the steps and leave as soon as requested to do so.
I have done it several times, and you can enjoy direct view on the pitlane and teams! It's worth a try... If your French is really approximate, try gesture and smile
