30.06.2025
Dacia Germany has brought the Nürburgring Offroad Park to life with a very special event over the past few days. The exciting off-road terrain is just a stone's throw away from the famous Nordschleife and offers a wide range of uses across 80,000 square meters. Dacia Germany has now used this for an event that is well worth seeing. Highlights included a vehicle camp with roof tent overnight stays and campfire romance, as well as high-speed laps by rally legend Sébastien Loeb in his Dakar race car. Carbon body, all-wheel drive, and a 360 hp V6 engine: the Dacia Sandrider usually takes on the rough tracks of the Dakar Rally. This year, the famous test of endurance for man and machine covered around 8,000 kilometers through the desert of Saudi Arabia. Now the vehicle, which won several stages of the Dakar, celebrated its premiere at the Nürburgring – fittingly in parallel with the ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring, which is also world-famous and unforgiving. In this case, however, the big stage was not the Nordschleife, but the Offroadpark Nürburgring at the foot of the race track. For many years, fun and adrenaline have been waiting there for larger groups, B2B events, and corporate customers of the Nürburgring on an area of around 80,000 square meters. Whether steep uphill, through gravel, or in the middle of water obstacles, the off-road park consists of various modules that can be used individually. Dacia Germany used these to create a spectacular off-road race track for the Dakar racing car – complete with jumps and flying gravel. At the wheel was none other than Frenchman Sébastien Loeb, the most successful rally driver of all time with nine world championship titles. Happy Dacia customers, expert journalists, and influential influencers took their seats alongside the rally legend for an unforgettable ride. There was also plenty to cheer about for many spectators of the 24-hour race: the Dacia Camp was open to all visitors on these days. In addition to a large vehicle exhibition, autograph sessions, and other activities, there was also a competition to win rides in the rally car. Those who weren't riding alongside Loeb and other Dakar pros could test the off-road capabilities of numerous current Dacia models on and off the Nürburgring off-road park under the guidance of experienced race track instructors. As the crowning glory of each day, some Dacia guests experienced the unique camping atmosphere of the Nürburgring. On a large plateau above the area, they enjoyed the campfire atmosphere in roof tents and watched the hustle and bustle around the 24-hour race in the Green Hell.“With this event, Dacia Germany has impressively demonstrated the versatility of our off-road park,” praised Christian Stephani, Managing Director of the Nürburgring. “The laps of the Dacia Sandrider in particular were a rally spectacle the likes of which the Nürburgring Offroad Park has rarely seen before.” ➡️ Want to escape the daily grind. Jump into adventure! Book our B2B Offroad Experiences here!
30.06.2025
Horsepower giants at the Int. ADAC Truck Grand Prix (11–13 July), thousands of cyclists at Rad am Ring (18–20 July), and a very special race of the Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie: In July, both car and bicycle fans will get their money’s worth at the Nürburgring. A first is the debut of the NLS Light race (5 July), which offers grassroots motorsport a special platform in the Green Hell. The following day, GRIP – Das Motorevent (6 July) brings another horsepower-packed fan festival to the Ring. During the second appearance of the DLMM (4–6 July), all eyes are on flying darts, while the Kölner Kurs (26–27 July) fills the Grand Prix circuit with the nostalgic charm of historic motorcycles. Events at the Nürburgring in July 2025: Int. ADAC Truck Grand Prix | 11–13 July 2025The Int. ADAC Truck Grand Prix returns from 11 to 13 July as a diverse trucker festival, once again attracting tens of thousands to the Eifel. Motorsport, music, expo – this event combines it all into an unforgettable experience. On track, the powerful race trucks of the FIA European Truck Racing Championship battle for points and trophies, complemented by more thrilling races – including the impressive GT3 cars of the ADAC GT Masters. In the paddock, manufacturers and logistics companies showcase their latest innovations, while the Müllenbachschleife becomes the heart of the trucker festival in the evenings. On Friday, Germany’s best-known country singer, Tom Astor, sets the tone at his 37th Truck Grand Prix performance. Saturday promises a lively party night with acts like Loona, Malle Anja and Markus Becker. As every year, the grand finale is a spectacular fireworks show. Festival-only tickets for the evening shows at Müllenbachschleife are again available: Friday night admission is €10, Saturday €12.50. Full event tickets start at just €20. Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie “Light” | 5 July 2025The Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie opens an entirely new chapter on Saturday, 5 July, with the first-ever “NLS Light” race. This event is deliberately tailored to the many smaller racing teams and their fan-favorite cars. The “big” vehicles – GT3s and 911 Cup Porsches – stay in the garage for this one. Instead, the spotlight is on near-production racecars. The core concept of the ADAC Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie remains unchanged: four hours of gripping racing across the 25-kilometer Nordschleife and sprint circuit. Spectators can look forward to the usual fan-friendly atmosphere. And for those who can’t be there: a livestream will be available on YouTube as always. Rad am Ring | 18–20 July 2025From 18 to 20 July, the Nürburgring transforms into a cycling mecca: Rad am Ring puts pedal power above horsepower. In the legendary 24-hour race, cycling enthusiasts ride day and night – solo or in teams – and deliver incredible performances. But Rad am Ring also caters to less experienced riders: recreational rides, including e-bike tours, offer a pressure-free way to explore the circuit. Mountain bikers can enjoy off-road trails, and kids have their own competitions. Spectators are welcome with free admission along the track and in the paddock. Tip: For anyone wanting to ride the Nürburgring themselves, regular “cycling and running meets” are held on the Grand Prix circuit and the Nordschleife – dates available at nuerburgring.de. GRIP – Das Motorevent | 6 July 2025A celebration for all petrolheads: the GRIP community returns to the Nürburgring. On Sunday, 6 July, this popular motoring event once again offers a full program centered around fast cars and motorsport passion. Fans can meet like-minded enthusiasts in the Grand Prix paddock, admire countless horsepower treasures, and enjoy stage interviews with automotive celebrities, prize draws, and autograph sessions. Adrenaline is guaranteed with drift shows, public drag races, and the chance to ride shotgun in a GT race car. Younger fans can enjoy a dedicated kids' zone, and an expo area showcases the latest automotive trends. Deutsche Liga Mannschafts-Meisterschaften im Darts (DLMM) | 4–6 July 2025Everyone’s aiming for 180: the Deutsche Liga Mannschafts-Meisterschaften im Darts (DLMM) will take place from 4 to 6 July at the Nürburgring, turning the ring°boulevard into a mecca for Germany’s e-darts scene. As Europe’s largest e-darts tournament, the DLMM attracts an impressive 530 teams and around 4,000 active players to the Eifel – including all the major names in the sport. Over 50 hours of darts across three days, 250 Löwen dart machines and countless thrilling duels make this event a true highlight for all fans of flying arrows – with free admission throughout. Kölner Kurs | 26–27 July 2025The Kölner Kurs on 26 and 27 July is a festival for all lovers of historic motorcycles. The Nürburgring’s Grand Prix circuit becomes a gathering place for vintage motorbike enthusiasts and showcases a fascinating array of classic racing bikes. The event brings the history of two-wheeled racing to life in a family-friendly atmosphere. Various races are on the schedule – with the sidecar races among the absolute highlights. Tickets are affordably priced at €10 per day and include access to the paddock and grandstand. Nürburgring Events – July 2025: 4–6 July: DLMM – Deutsche Liga Mannschafts-Meisterschaften im Darts 5 July: ADAC Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie Light 6 July: GRIP – Das Motorevent 11–13 July: Int. ADAC Truck Grand Prix 18–20 July: Rad am Ring 26–27 July: Kölner Kurs
26.06.2025
On April 01, 2025, the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra Prototype completed a lap time of 6:22.091 minutes on the Nordschleife in its second attempt. This beat its previous record by 24 seconds and secured third place in the overall ranking for the Prototypes/Pre-Production Models category. All record drives and further information Onboard through the Green HellThe record lap of the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra Prototype is now available on the Nürburgring YouTube channel. The onboard footage from the cockpit of the vehicle offers the opportunity to relive this fantastic lap. Information about the official “Nürburgring record laps”The following principle applies to all drives: one track, one complete lap, one time – according to uniform standards. In addition to timekeeping with calibrated measuring technology, official record attempts and attempts to achieve a lap time are always accompanied by a notary. In addition to monitoring the timekeeping, the vehicle is also inspected. TÜV Rheinland checks for standard conformity and documents this. The exact length of the track and the start and finish lines are precisely defined. A full lap of the Nordschleife is driven and measured with a flying start (20.8 kilometers). The vehicle categories for record drives and official lap times at the Nürburgring are divided into different segments by the Federal Motor Transport Authority and specially defined special classes.
26.06.2025
Emergency services in action at the Nürburgring Offroad Park. Intensive training for real-life emergencies took place here: firefighters from all over Germany trained for operations in rough terrain on the versatile grounds of the Nürburgring Offroad Park. The focus was on intensive training days: a practical course run by Schmitt GmbH Feuerwehrtechnik and a comprehensive training session for the volunteer fire departments of the Adenau municipality association. The goal: To give emergency services a better understanding of the capabilities of their emergency vehicles off paved roads, thereby increasing their confidence in their ability to respond in an emergency. The focus was on driving on challenging terrain – with realistic conditions such as inclines, deep ground, narrow passages, and water crossings. The off-road park provided the ideal environment for this. “Natural events are increasingly leading to operations in rough terrain, which has resulted in more off-road vehicles being purchased by fire departments,” explains Guido Weiler, spokesperson for Feuerwehrtechnik Schmitt. “To ensure the highest possible level of safety during emergency response, we offer off-road training for fire department drivers in cooperation with the Nürburgring.” Marco Romes, deputy fire chief of the Adenau municipal association, adds: “The flooding in the Ahr Valley has shown how important it is to be able to handle off-road emergency vehicles safely in order to cope with extreme situations – the terrain of the Nürburgring Offroad Park offers ideal conditions for this.”The vehicles used – from classic fire engines to off-road special equipment – mastered the varied challenges of the off-road park impressively. The participating fire departments were enthusiastic about the learning success, the practical implementation, and the opportunity to push the limits of their technology in a safe environment. The Nürburgring operating company sees this use of the off-road park as a strong example of the social added value of the site: “Everyone praises what has been tested at the Nürburgring – this applies not only to vehicles in the automotive industry, but also to emergency services, who can train here under realistic conditions,” explains Nürburgring Managing Director Christian Stephani. “We are delighted that the Nürburgring, with its off-road park, offers practical benefits for organizations that save lives in emergencies – and thus contributes to public safety.” However, it is not only fire departments that will benefit from the versatile terrain. The Nürburgring operating company also sees ideal training conditions for organizations such as the Technische Hilfswerk (THW), the German Armed Forces, and the German Red Cross (DRK). This business area is to be expanded further in the future. In addition, the off-road park will continue to be available to companies and for B2B events – in particular manufacturers of off-road and commercial vehicles who wish to use the site for product testing, vehicle demonstrations, or customer events.
25.06.2025
The 2026 motorsport season is already casting its shadow: a new series highlight was unveiled at the ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring in the form of the German Historic Langstrecken Championship. The season comprises four endurance races, which will be held on top dates on the entire Nürburgring circuit. The new championship offers thrilling racing action, authentic motorsport, and a tribute to the golden age of endurance racing – right in the heart of the Green Hell. The series promoter is KES Race & Events GmbH, which has been successfully organizing the Youngtimer Trophy for over 30 years. Stefan Eckhardt, Managing Director of KES, is certain: “The Historic Langstrecken Championship is the ideal addition to the existing lineup.” Four races per season at top eventsThe ADAC Nordrhein e.V. and DAMC 05 Veranstaltungs-GmbH are providing the platforms for the debut season. The first three events will be held over a race distance of three hours. The grand finale will be the ADAC 1000km race. The race will offer participants and fans at least six hours of thrilling motorsport with a historic flair. DHLM calendar 2026 17.04. – 19.04.2026 ADAC RAVENOL 24h Qualifiers May 15–17, 2026 ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring July 17–19, 2026 ADAC Eifel Race September 18–20, 2026 ADAC 1000 km Race The Eifel Race returnsWalter Hornung from ADAC North Rhine-Westphalia welcomes the new format: “We are delighted to continue supporting and promoting historic motorsport with this concept and to be able to offer the new series a platform as part of our established events.” Another highlight of the 2026 season will be the return of the ADAC Eifel Race as a separate event at the Nürburgring. Henning Meyersrenken, Managing Director of DAMC 05 Veranstaltungs-GmbH, comments: “In addition to the ADAC 1000 km race, we will be reviving the traditional ADAC Eifel race, which was first held in 1927, in 2026.”
22.06.2025
What a thriller: Rowe BMW has won the 53rd edition of the ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring, prevailing in an epic duel against Manthey's “Grello.” After 141 laps, Brazilian Augusto Farfus, Jesse Krohn from Finland, Swiss Raffaele Marciello, and Kelvin van der Linde from South Africa had a 1:17.810 minute lead over the Porsche #911 with Frenchman Kevin Estre, Ayhancan Güven from Turkey, and Austrian Thomas Preining. The “Grello” crew had crossed the finish line first, but were given a time penalty of 1:40 minutes. Manthey had protested against the penalty, but this was rejected by the race stewards shortly before the end of the race. Third success for Kelvin van der LindeFor Rowe Racing, the triumph is their second overall victory in the “Eifel Marathon” after 2020, and for record winner BMW, it is their 21st success. Kelvin van der Linde, who was the final driver two days after his 29th birthday and fought a heated duel with pole-sitter Kevin Estre, gave himself the perfect gift with his third victory after 2017 and 2022. Augusto Farfus won for the second time after 2010. Raffaele Marciello and Jesse Krohn won for the first time. Third place went to the #54 Dinamic Porsche with Bastian Buus (Denmark), Matteo Cairoli (Italy), Loek Hartog (Netherlands), and Joel Sturm.Rowe Team Principal Hans-Peter Naundorf said: “Things looked very different for us on Thursday. We had completely different thoughts then. But of course, you always aim to win. Today, it wasn't the fastest car that won, but the team that made the fewest mistakes. That was us, and we're proud of that.” Early focus on a duel between Porsche and BMWWhile the “Grello” pulled away from the field right after the start from pole position and seemed to lead the entire race, the Rowe BMW had to work its way up from behind. But Farfus made up seven places on the first lap as the starting driver, and Kelvin van der Linde moved up another six positions in the first two laps after the restart. After the #33 Falken Porsche, which had been in second place, was unfortunately forced to retire in the evening following an accident through no fault of its own, the #1 Scherer Audi, the defending champion, had to retire early, and both Getspeed Mercedes-AMGs had to retire with technical problems, it was clear early on that it would come down to a duel between the “Grello” and the BMW. Final act with Kevin Estre and Kelvin van der LindeAfter 100 laps, both cars ran into a Dörr Aston Martin during a Code 60 phase. Kevin Estre in the Porsche touched it while lapping, the Aston Martin spun into the guardrail, was catapulted back onto the track and rolled over. Raffaele Marciello in the Rowe BMW was just able to avoid it. The race director imposed a 1:40 minute time penalty on the “Grello” for this action, but Manthey lodged a protest. On the track, Augusto Farfus took advantage of an unfortunate Code 60 phase for the “Grello” on lap 114, then sucked himself up on the Döttinger Höhe and took the lead for the first time in the race. Seven laps later, the Manthey Porsche regained first place at the next pit stop, setting up an exciting final duel between Kevin Estre and Kelvin van der Linde. Power failure instead of fog – race interruption nonethelessOn Saturday afternoon, the race was interrupted for the tenth time in the history of the 24h Nürburgring – and, unusually for the Eifel region, it was not rain or fog that caused the interruption, but a major power failure. A defective cooling system, responsible for controlling and cooling the air conditioning units in large parts of the pit building, overheated because the summer temperatures required an unusually high amount of cooling power. After the problem was fixed, the race was restarted at 7:45 p.m. after a break of around 2 hours and 15 minutes. Midsummer in the Eifel pushes people and equipment to their limitsFor the first time since 2001, it remained dry in the Eifel throughout the entire week of the event. Temperatures of up to 30 degrees Celsius attracted more spectators than ever before, but also pushed people and equipment to their limits both on and off the track. There were many collisions, some of them serious, but all drivers involved remained largely uninjured.
21.06.2025
Thomas Preining, driving the fan favorite “Grello,” dominated the early stages of the 53rd edition of the ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring from pole position. After an exciting opening lap, the former DTM champion from Austria confidently maintained first place, which his teammate Kevin Estre from France had secured in Friday's top qualifying session. He had already pulled away slightly by the time he entered the Nordschleife for the first time and then continuously increased his lead by around three seconds per lap. Even after being held up slightly by a car he was lapping during a Code 60 phase, he quickly pulled away again until he handed the “Grello” over to Estre just before the end of the first hour of the race after seven laps. “A huge thank you to the team for letting me start the race. Normally, that's Kevin's job. It was a great feeling. We adapted the car step by step to the hot conditions, which we're not really used to here.” Augusto Farfus moves up from 17th on the grid to ninthBehind Preining, Maro Engel in the #14 Getspeed Mercedes-AMG improved from third to second place by overtaking the #45 Rinaldi Ferrari with David Perel from South Africa at the wheel before the first corner. The biggest leap forward in the early stages was made by Brazilian Augusto Farfus. In the #98 Rowe BMW, he had already moved up from 17th on the grid to tenth by the time he entered the Nordschleife for the first time, and he gained another place as the race progressed before making an early first pit stop after the fifth lap, like several other cars. Other teams headed for the pits for their first tire change and refueling after the sixth lap. Huge crowds of fans at the NürburgringIn glorious summer weather, the spectator areas on the Nordschleife and the grandstands around the Grand Prix circuit were filled to capacity and the fans were in high spirits. The starting grid, where Kevin Estre received the Glickenhaus Trophy for pole position, was well attended. Those who did not make their way to the Eifel region can follow the action on the track at home on free-to-air TV partner NITRO, as well as on the official livestreams on YouTube and on the official event website.
19.06.2025
A perfect start for the defending champion: on Thursday evening, the #1 Scherer Audi made the first major statement at the ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring 2025. Christopher Haase set the fastest lap of the day with a time of 8:10.580 minutes, securing a dominant entry into Friday’s Top Qualifying session (starting at 1:20 p.m.) for the completely new driver line-up. Haase had already been the fastest driver on the track during the first qualifying session in the early afternoon and managed to improve his time by nearly four seconds in the evening. "Christopher went out right at the beginning when the track was clear. That lap was just superb," said teammate Luca Ludwig. The driver trio is completed by Markus Winkelhock. In addition to the #1 Scherer Audi, two Lamborghinis, one Aston Martin, and the #16 Scherer Porsche secured the remaining five open spots for the Top Qualifying on Thursday. Twelve cars had already pre-qualified. Italy’s Marco Mapelli and South African Jordan Pepper put the Abt Lamborghinis #28 and #27 into the shootout for pole position. Also securing coveted Top Qualifying slots were Italy’s Mattia Drudi in the #34 Walkenhorst Aston Martin and Laurens Vanthoor in the #16 Porsche from Scherer PHX. This first highlight of the weekend — where the Glickenhaus Trophy will also be awarded to the pole-sitter — can be watched live starting at 1:00 p.m. on RTL+ and from 1:15 p.m. via the livestream at www.24h-rennen.de/live. On-site, the Nürburgring Nordschleife is already well attended under summery weather conditions, but there’s still room for last-minute fans. Tickets are available at the open box offices and digitally throughout the event weekend at https://www.24h-rennen.de/ticketbestellung/. After the third qualifying session (4:15–5:45 p.m.) and the second race of the Touring Car Legends (6:30–6:55 p.m.), the Nürburgring will be all about the fans. First, drifting artists from Falken and Monster will visit spectators along the Nordschleife in a parade lap before showcasing their skills during the traditional Falken Drift Show at the Müllenbachschleife. At the same time, a pit walk through the pit lane including an autograph session with the drivers will take place. The race weekend had already begun on Wednesday evening with the comeback of the Adenau Racing Day, which had been canceled last year to the disappointment of many loyal motorsport fans due to roadworks in the town center of the racing city. In front of a large crowd of fans, a colorful parade of around 30 race cars from various classes wound its way down the main street towards the city center and the big show stage at the marketplace, where hosts Olli Martini and Patrick Simon were already waiting to introduce the drivers and teams.
16.06.2025
The ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring is transforming the region around the legendary race track into a party zone this week. Since Monday (June 16), the forests around the Ring have been open for camping, and by the time the first wheels start turning on Corpus Christi (Thursday, June 19), tens of thousands will have set up camp there to create a festival atmosphere that is already legendary. After the qualifying days on Thursday and Friday, the 141 participants will be ready to go on Saturday (June 21) at 4:00 p.m. Then the exciting question will be whether the favored Porsche 911 GT3 R will prevail or one of the other eight brands represented in the top class. Anyone who wants to experience this spectacular battle at the Ring live can secure their ticket online at any time during the event. For the first time, the 24h is offering the option of saving your ticket on your mobile device, so you no longer need to make a detour to the box office, which is open on all event days. The battle for the 53rd overall victory at the season's highlight on the Nordschleife will be fiercer than ever this year: the largest starting field since 2019 is divided into a total of 20 classes. Around 450 drivers from 34 nations will attempt the endurance test on the world's longest race track. Among them are 27 GT3 cars, which are likely to battle it out for victory. The size of the leading group alone indicates that it will be a tough fight, and the top teams are fielding excellent driver line-ups across the board. Everyone is chasing PorscheAfter a series of victories in all the preparatory races in the Nürburgring Endurance Series (NLS) and the 24h Qualifiers, the Porsche teams are considered the favorites. Falken Motorsports, Manthey EMA, and Scherer PHX secured these victories and now find themselves in the role of the hunted. Some of the hunters come from their own stable – in the form of last year's winning Audi R8 LMS GT3 evo II from Scherer PHX. Other top teams are relying on other brands: BMW (Rowe), Mercedes-AMG (GetSpeed), Aston Martin (Walkenhorst), Ford (HRT), Realize Kondo (Ferrari), and Abt (Lamborghini) are the frontrunners, with other teams just waiting for their chance to take overall victory. The 24-hour weekend promises plenty of motorsport entertainmentThere will be plenty of other motorsport excitement at the 24h Nürburgring, because in addition to the battle for overall victory, winner's trophies will be awarded in 19 other, often fiercely contested classes. The sporting support program also promises exciting entertainment. The traditional performance test of the Rundstrecken Challenge Nürburgring (RCN) will kick off the action on Thursday morning. The touring car legends and the Cup and Touring Car Trophy will offer five races from Thursday to Saturday. Another absolute highlight will be the ADAC 24h Classic, in which the starting field is completely booked out with the maximum possible number of 210 historic vehicles. Full program – also off the trackThe gigantic fan program will also ensure that the expected 200,000 visitors are well entertained. The weekend will get underway on Wednesday (June 15) at 4:00 p.m. with the Adenauer Racing Day. The racing town on the Ring will then host autograph sessions, a parade of race cars, driver interviews, and much more. On Thursday, the fan zone on the ring°boulevard will open, along with the many attractions around the RAVENOL Ferris wheel in the paddock. On Friday evening, the Falken Drift Show in the Müllenbachschleife and the big 24-hour autograph session with the opportunity to walk the pit lane and track at the start/finish line are on the program starting at 7:30 p.m. Many more fan offers can be found in the fan schedule here. Even more service: simplified ticket procedure, WhatsApp channel for visitorsThe 24h Nürburgring is one of the largest motorsport events in Germany – 240,000 fans flocked to the Eifel region last race weekend. To give you an even better experience, the organizers have further improved their fan service. A new WhatsApp channel provides information about parking and camping availability as well as important visitor news as soon as you arrive. Also important to know: All tickets purchased in advance will be exchanged for a visitor wristband at all entrances on site. This means that there is no longer any need to make a detour to the box office, saving you from having to wait in line.
