The Short configuration at Circuit de Dijon-Prenois delivers a compact layout variant at this historic French facility in Burgundy, creating a shorter distance option compared to the full 3.801-kilometer Grand Prix circuit that hosted Formula One in the 1970s and 1980s. The Short configuration emphasizes rapid lap frequency serving novice track day groups and driving schools building skills through maximum repetition. This layout provides accessible entry point at Dijon-Prenois' historic venue.

Operating the Short configuration showcases Dijon-Prenois' versatility in accommodating diverse skill levels beyond its Formula One heritage. Eastern France's continental climate creates seasonal racing windows. The Short layout allows high session density where drivers complete multiple laps rapidly, serving Burgundy region motorsport enthusiasts with accessible configuration at the historic circuit preserving French Grand Prix legacy.