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The highlights at the Nürburgring in August: DTM action, classic car premiere, and GT summit

Thrilling racing action with the DTM (August 8–10) and the GT World Challenge (August 29–31), the AFTER WORK CLASSICS Community Day (August 22), and moments of glory for historic racing cars at the BELMOT Oldtimer Grand Prix (August 1–3): The coming month promises many highlights at the Nürburgring. Once again, the diversity of events at the traditional Eifel circuit will be on display:...
The highlights at the Nürburgring in August: DTM action, classic car premiere, and GT summit

30.07.2025

Thrilling racing action with the DTM (August 8–10) and the GT World Challenge (August 29–31), the AFTER WORK CLASSICS Community Day (August 22), and moments of glory for historic racing cars at the BELMOT Oldtimer Grand Prix (August 1–3): The coming month promises many highlights at the Nürburgring. Once again, the diversity of events at the traditional Eifel circuit will be on display: International GT races will alternate on the Grand Prix circuit with a major classic car event and a community day. Meanwhile, the ADAC Nürburgring Endurance Series (6-hour race on August 16), the RCN (August 17), and dates for the Radtreff (August 7 & 13) are scheduled for the Nordschleife. The events in August 2025 in detail: BELMOT Oldtimer Grand Prix | August 1 to 3, 2025August kicks off with one of Europe's most famous classic car events. At the BELMOT Oldtimer Grand Prix, spectators embark on a fascinating journey through motorsport history. Hundreds of historic racing cars, from touring car legends to legendary Formula cars, will battle it out in thrilling duels on the Grand Prix circuit. All tickets also grant access to the paddock, where visitors can admire the automotive treasures up close, look over the shoulders of the mechanics, and meet one or two racing icons. On Saturday, there will also be a classic car auction with around 100 vehicles on the ring°boulevard. Day tickets are available in advance from $35.00, and tickets for the entire weekend cost $89.00. Particularly attractive for families: children and young people up to and including the age of 17 enjoy free admission. For an exclusive experience, a VIP ticket with access to a lounge, all-inclusive catering, and an exciting supporting program is available. DTM | August 8 to 10, 2025The DTM is coming to the Nürburgring. And this year, the positions are even more hotly contested: the top 5 in the championship are separated by less than 10 points – thrilling duels are guaranteed. One race each on Saturday and Sunday, as well as other exciting racing series such as the Porsche Sixt Carrera Cup Germany, will attract visitors to the track. Day tickets for the DTM are available from $15.00, with weekend tickets starting at $69.00. Those looking for a more exclusive experience will find just the right package with VIP offers such as the RACE & LUNCH ticket. The Track Safari is also a unique experience. Here, spectators ride in a coach around the track while the DTM cars race past them at racing speed. Fans will hardly ever get this close to the thunderous sound of the Ford Mustang GT3 or the popular Grello with driver Thomas Preining again. This unforgettable experience can be booked for $99.00. AFTER WORK CLASSICS Community Day | August 22, 2025A day dedicated entirely to lovers of historic cars: the AFTER WORK CLASSICS Community Day. Starting at 12:00 noon, classic car owners and fans will meet in parking lot A10 on the ring°boulevard for relaxed conversations about cars at the famous Nürburgring logo. Upon arrival, participants will receive an exclusive discount card that entitles them to attractive discounts at ring°werk, the Nürburgring eSports Bar, restaurants, and the ring°fanshop. The highlight is an AFTER WORK CLASSICS session in the evening, when the gates to the Grand Prix circuit will be opened for classic cars from 6:00 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. Only cars that are at least 30 years old are permitted. Another highlight on this day will be a special Nordschleife track walk, where participants will experience the legendary circuit from a bus and hear exciting anecdotes from almost 100 years of Nürburgring history from a racing driver. Tickets for this event are already available in advance on the Nürburgring website. GT World Challenge Powered by AWS | August 29 to 31, 2025More than 50 GT3 cars on 5.148 kilometers of Grand Prix circuit. At the end of the month, fans can look forward to a veritable fireworks display of super sports cars. The GT World Challenge powered by AWS, the world's largest GT3 racing series, is coming to the Eifel region. On Sunday, it will host a three-hour endurance race on the Grand Prix circuit. The starting grid will feature numerous well-known racing drivers in cars from BMW, Ferrari, Porsche, Ford, McLaren, Mercedes-AMG, and others. The supporting program will include the Lamborghini Super Trofeo and the GT4 European Series. The event offers affordable day tickets starting at €10.00 (weekend €35.00). The official VIP lounge of the Nürburgring will also be open for the GT World Challenge. Starting at just €299.00, spectators can experience the race from a completely different perspective. ADAC Nürburgring Endurance Series | August 16, 2025The ADAC Nürburgring Endurance Series (NLS) is entering the second half of its season. In the 6-hour race, one of the highlights of the season, well over 100 race cars will take on the challenge of the Green Hell. As usual, fans will be able to get up close to the action at the Nürburgring Endurance Series. Tickets cost €25.00 and include access to the open grandstands and popular spectator areas in Brünnchen and Pflanzgarten, as well as access to the paddock and even the grid walk. Here, visitors can experience the teams and drivers up close and personal just before the race. Children under 14 accompanied by an adult are admitted free of charge. VIP and RACE & LUNCH tickets for a very special experience with the best view of the action, exclusive catering in a lounge and more are available from $189.00. Events at the Nürburgring - August 2025: 01. - 03.08.     BELMOT Oldtimer-Grand-Prix  07.08.              Radtreff Nordschleife   08. - 10.08.     DTM  13.08.              Radtreff Nordschleife   16.08.              ADAC Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie (6h-Rennen)   17.08.              RCN & GLP  22.08.              AFTER WORK CLASSICS Community Day 29. - 31.08.     GT World Challenge Powered by AWS  

ring°guide BELMOT Oldtimer Grand Prix 2025: Everything at a glance

30.07.2025

Everything you need to know about the BELMOT Oldtimer-Grand-Prix from August 01 to 03, 2025, at a glance: TICKETS Tickets can be purchased here. SCHEDULE The schedule can be found here. FAQ Here you will find all the important questions. SITE MAP Here you can find the site map. LIVE STREAMS Here you can find the live stream. AUCTION / VINTAGE CAR AUCTION IN THE RING°BOULEVARD Click here for the auction catalog. SUPPLEMENTARY PROGRAM Friday, August 1, 20259:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. – OGP Track Day, NordschleifeSaturday, August 2, 20258:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. – Historic motorcycles “Grab the Flag!”, Nordschleife8:45 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. – Vintage Sportscar Trophy, Nordschleife10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. – Meet Drivers & Teams, FCD Racing Series, Mercedes Arena11:00 a.m. – Classicbid classic car auction, ring°boulevard10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Brand club hours, Nordschleife10:35 a.m. – 10:55 a.m. – Historic motorcycles “Grab the Flag!”, Grand Prix circuit12:30 p.m. – Autograph session with Golden Era Touring Cars, Motor-Klassik tent2:50 – 3:20 p.m. – Motor-Klassik reader race, Grand Prix circuit3:00 p.m. – Live podcast “BELMOT & friends on the road,” BELMOT, paddock6:30 p.m. – BELMOT stand party, paddock8:05–8:35 p.m. – Le Mans start demo evening race, start/finish Sunday, August 3, 20258:00 a.m. – 8:35 a.m. – Motor Klassik reader race, Nordschleife10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. – Vintage Sportscar Trophy, Nordschleife11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Historic motorcycles “Grab the Flag!”, Nordschleife11:30 a.m. – Autograph session with Golden Era Touring Cars, Motor-Klassik tent1:00 – 1:30 p.m. – Meet Drivers & Teams, FCD Racing Series, Mercedes Arena1:10 – 1:40 p.m. – Le Mans start demo Vintage Sports Car Trophy, start/finish

Premiere at the Nürburgring – Classicbid live auction at the BELMOT Oldtimer Grand Prix

29.07.2025

Be there live when around 100 legendary classic cars go under the hammer. Whether classic cars, modern classics or special vehicles – Classicbid has many extraordinary automobiles on offer. Take advantage of this unique opportunity and bid for your dream classic at this high-caliber event. Or maybe you're just curious about how an auction like this works? Would you like to experience the excitement of bidding and outbidding at a real auction? Then you've come to the right place!You can view the vehicles from Thursday onwards in the bustling ring°boulevard. You can already look forward to extraordinary rarities, timeless classics, and automotive masterpieces that will make your heart beat faster. Live auction Save the date: August 2, 2025, starting at 11 a.m. To get in the mood, you can view the online catalog of vehicles offered for the Classicbid live auction here.

Statement on the Incident at the Nordschleife Entrance

28.07.2025

We are aware that on Saturday, July 26, at the Nordschleife entrance, there was unacceptable misconduct by a staff member towards a guest. We state clearly: Racist or discriminatory remarks have no place at the Nürburgring. The staff member in question was immediately relieved of all duties and the collaboration has been terminated. He will no longer be working for the Nürburgring. We sincerely apologize to the guest concerned and to everyone who has been unsettled by this incident. It is our highest priority to ensure that all visitors feel welcome and respected. The Nürburgring stands for respect, openness, and fair treatment – for our guests, partners, and employees alike.

Living legends at the BELMOT Oldtimer Grand Prix

28.07.2025

From August 1 to 3, 2025, the BELMOT Oldtimer Grand Prix will bring the full spectrum of historic motorsport to the Nürburgring: At the 52nd edition of this traditional event, visitors will experience more than two dozen races and demo runs with vehicles from nine decades – from the pre-war era to the Cosworth Formula 1 cars of the 70s and 80s to sports prototypes from the early 2000s. Highlights include the atmospheric evening race featuring iconic sports cars from the 1950s and 1960s, legendary touring cars from DTM history, the spectacular cars of the German Racing Championship (DRM), and a revival of the Super Touring Cars (STW). Also new to the program are historic motorcycles and Porsche racing cars from the Golden Era Classic Cup. Autograph sessions, auctions, and club meetings make the OGP 2025 a classic weekend full of emotion, speed, and history. Tickets are available here. The sporting highlight of the weekend will be the twelve historic racing classes. With Formula 1 from the Cosworth era (1966–1985), the premier class returns to the Ring in retro style, bringing with it some real milestones in Grand Prix history to the Eifel region. The German Racing Championship (DRM) thrills with roaring sounds and turbo power. The touring cars of the Golden Era bring a strong field to the track, including prominent former DTM drivers such as Kris Nissen, Roland Asch, Kurt Thiim, Volker Strycek, and Altfrid Heger. The evening race for two-seater GTs and racing cars up to 1971, featuring a host of top-class vehicles, offers real Le Mans flair at dusk on Saturday. New to the program: the Revival STW and the Porsche Classic Cup. With the bikes of the “Grab the Flag!” drivers' association, motorcycle history will also be prominently represented again in 2025 for the first time. Icons on wheels – motorsport history you can touchThe BELMOT Oldtimer Grand Prix brings legendary vehicles back together again. Touring cars, GTs, formula and sports cars showcase the full diversity of almost 100 years of racing history. Highlights such as the Bentley 4½ Litre and the Alfa Romeo 8C Monza impress in the Vintage Sports Car Trophy. The evening race will feature automotive icons such as the Porsche 904 GTS, Mercedes 300 SL, Aston Martin DB4 GT, Ferrari 250 GT SWB, and Lola T70. In the DRM Revival, the Zakspeed Capri Turbo and BMW M1 Procar, among others, will give spectators goose bumps. The Formula 1 races bring real automotive history to the track with the groundbreaking Lotus 78 (the first ground-effect car) and the McLaren M26 (James Hunt's winning car). And the list goes on and on: hardly any other event offers such a wealth of motoring history. A classic festival to fall in love withEven away from the track, the OGP is a festival for visitors. In the open paddock, you can experience the classics up close, including petrol talk and selfie opportunities. Numerous exhibitors present rarities, accessories, literature, and technology. Particularly exciting for collectors: Classicbid is once again hosting a large live auction as part of the OGP this year. Autograph sessions in the tent of media partner Motor Klassik, a live podcast, an evening party at BELMOT, limited edition watches from timing partner Junghans, and many other attractions make the Oldtimer Grand Prix an experience even away from the track. Even more classic car feeling: Nordschleife, brand clubs, and digital serviceAnd the event doesn't end at the Grand Prix circuit: driving events on the Nordschleife from Friday to Sunday offer a real “Green Hell” feeling. The Mercedes Arena will be the meeting place for top brand clubs, and numerous other clubs will be inviting visitors to marvel and talk shop in the parking areas around the start/finish line. Those who are not there in person can follow selected races via livestream on the homepage or via YouTube. Starting lists, results, and the entire weekend program are available at oldtimergrandprix.com. Fans can get even closer with the free ONGRID app – available for iOS and Android in the respective app stores. It offers lots of up-to-date content at your fingertips on your mobile device.

33rd Cologne Course – An “Eifel Crime Thriller”

27.07.2025

The offer from the Nürburgring for a two-day event on the Cologne circuit in July was an opportunity for MSC Porz to hold the Cologne circuit event in better weather than in May/June. It also meant that several interesting vintage motorcycle groups could be integrated into the two-day event. Saturday's practice runs took place in dry, beautiful Eifel weather, promising an interesting day of competition on Sunday! The closely packed races in the various classes began on Sunday at 8:00 a.m., with the weather forecast looking good, but this changed quite “punctually” at 9:00 a.m. to what is known as “Eifel weather.” As the rain increased, the track became wet and could only be “enjoyed” with caution by the fast motorcycles. The start times for the individual classes in the competition sequence had to be postponed several times until the race track finally had to be closed for almost two hours for safety reasons. As some classes were therefore unable to complete their first race, the entire schedule for the second races in the afternoon had to be changed to allow at least one race for each class.As is typical for the “weather thriller” in the Eifel region, and here in particular at the Nürburgring, the track had dried out enough by 1:30 p.m. that the races could resume with a completely revised schedule. First, the very fast sidecars from the years up to 1983 thrilled the crowd with a fascinating competition, which was met with enthusiastic applause in the paddock after the race. However, after this race, which was again for the other classes, the weather remained fairly stable, allowing the event to continue until the last race of the revised schedule. Despite all these negative and unforeseeable influences, the two-day event can be considered a success, which, with good weather, would certainly have been a real highlight of the classic motorcycle racing scene and one that could be repeated.

BELMOT Oldtimer Grand Prix 2025: The best tips for visitors

23.07.2025

The BELMOT Oldtimer Grand Prix from August 1 to 3, 2025, is much more than just a race weekend for historic vehicles. Visitors can expect a genuine motorsport festival with countless classic vehicles, and there will be plenty to see off the race track as well. In the paddock and other areas of the traditional Eifel race track, guests of all ages will be amazed. There will be emotional reunions at autograph sessions, technical fascination with automotive works of art from all eras, and first-hand information. A special experience is the tour of the paddock, which is included with every ticket. This year, it even extends into the Mercedes Arena – with hundreds of vehicles, teams, exhibitors, and other attractions. Highlights on the race track itself include demonstrations of the classic Le Mans start, the atmospheric evening race for two-seater sports cars and GTs up to 1971, Formula 1 cars from the Cosworth era, and the premiere of a single-make super touring car race. Test drives with pre-war racing cars and historic motorcycles are also on offer, as is the Nordschleife, which invites visitors to take a closer look. Prominent drivers will also be getting back behind the wheel in the “Touring Car Golden Era” races and can be seen up close during the big autograph sessions on Saturday and Sunday. Classic car auction at the ring°boulevardClassicbid takes center stage on the covered promenade of the ring°boulevard: around 100 classic cars will go under the hammer here over the weekend. Everyone can join in the excitement at the live auction on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. And if you want, you can also register as a bidder on site. Even outside of the auction, the stand is worth a visit – the vehicles will be on display throughout the weekend. Historic paddock: a journey through timeThe historic paddock is home to the oldest vehicles of the weekend in their original setting: this year, the pre-war racing cars of the Vintage Sports Car Trophy will be joined by the historic motorcycles of “Grab the Flag!” A special exhibit: an Alfa Romeo 1750 Spider that competed in the 1971 96-hour race at the Nürburgring. The driver at the time, Hanno Schumacher (85), will also be there. Grand Prix paddock: brands, stars, and great partnersThe heart of the event will once again beat in the Grand Prix paddock this year. This is where all the participating teams can be found with their racing cars – from Formula 1 cars to touring cars. Relaxation areas with a wide range of catering options invite visitors to linger. At the same time, the paddock features merchandising stands, specialist literature, model cars, accessories, memorabilia, and much more: a treasure trove for enthusiasts.  And, of course, this is where you can meet the teams and drivers in person – including the chance for a spontaneous chat about cars, a selfie, or an autograph. The partners of the Oldtimer Grand Prix also contribute to the variety. Title sponsor BELMOT will be on hand throughout the weekend to personalize visitors' newly purchased OGP polo shirts and racing sweaters.  The voucher is included with the purchase of an official OGP polo shirt. On Saturday at 3:00 p.m., the insurer invites visitors to the premiere of its new podcast series “BELMOT & Friends on the road” at its stand in the paddock. Later, from 6:30 p.m., there will be live music at the BELMOT stand party. Junghans is also back as the official timekeeping partner. The watch brand is celebrating its tenth anniversary as timekeeping partner in 2025 and has two exclusive special models in strictly limited editions: The 1972 Automatic and the 1972 Chronoscope will be available in editions of only 52 pieces each – a reference to the 52nd edition of the Oldtimer Grand Prix. Other fine timepieces will also be on display at the stand right next to the award podium – along with an original BMW M1 from the renowned Steim collection. Not far away, media partner Motor Klassik will also be present with its large tent. This year, for the first time, there will be a special exhibition of historic racing motorcycles, complemented by selected automobiles: A Porsche 924 will be presented to the winner of the Motor Klassik Readers' Award 2025 on Saturday evening. There will also be a 1987 Alpina BMW M3 that was once driven by Ellen Lohr and Andreas Bovensiepen at the Brno Grand Prix. And those who settle down here for coffee and cake may also experience the big autograph sessions (Sat, 12:30 p.m. and Sun, 11:30 a.m.) with prominent drivers from the “Golden Era of Touring Cars.” The fuel experts from Aspen will also be back in the paddock, presenting their classic car-friendly fuel, Aspen Classic Fuel. Racing teams will also be able to test the fuel's practicality over the weekend, as the manufacturer is giving away 2,000 liters of fuel free of charge to participants. Visitors can also take part in the Aspen Challenge: Four pairs of weekend tickets for the OGP 2026 will go to those who can hold a filled 5-liter canister horizontally with their arm outstretched for the longest time. The task is a little less strenuous at sim racing specialist Racewerk, where visitors can climb into the virtual cockpit of a high-end racing simulator. Attractions everywhereThe top brand clubs gather in the Mercedes Arena. This is also where you will find the BELMOT Service Point, which offers practical support for active participants. There are also other attractions to discover around the track. The Nordschleife is always full of eye-catching vehicles on two and four wheels – during the track day on Friday or during club rides and pre-war demonstrations on the weekend. Other brand clubs are represented in the parking lots around the start/finish line. Tip: Ongrid app offers results and informationAll information about the event, including the schedule and ticket shop, is available online at oldtimergrandprix.com. For up-to-date information during the weekend, we recommend checking the OGP channels on Facebook and Instagram. Results, news, starter lists, and more are available via the “Ongrid” app, which can be downloaded free of charge for mobile devices. SCHEDULE VISITOR ACTIVITIES Friday, August 1, 20259:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. – OGP Track Day, Nordschleife Saturday, August 2, 20258:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. – Historic Motorcycles “Grab the Flag!”, Nordschleife8:45 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. – Vintage Sportscar Trophy, Nordschleife10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. – Meet Drivers & Teams, FCD Racing Series, Mercedes Arena11:00 a.m. – Classic car auction by Classicbid, ring°boulevard10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Brand club hours, Nordschleife10:35 a.m. – 10:55 a.m. – Historic motorcycles “Grab the Flag!”, Grand Prix circuit12:30 p.m. – Autograph session with Golden Era touring cars, Motor-Klassik tent2:50 p.m. – 3:20 p.m. – Motor-Klassik reader race, Grand Prix circuit3:00 p.m. – Live podcast “BELMOT & friends on the road,” BELMOT, paddock6:30 p.m. – BELMOT stand party, paddock8:05–8:35 p.m. – Le Mans start demo evening race, start/finish Sunday, August 3, 20258:00 a.m. – 8:35 a.m. – Motor Klassik reader race, Nordschleife10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. – Vintage Sportscar Trophy, Nordschleife11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Historic motorcycles “Grab the Flag!”, Nordschleife11:30 a.m. – Autograph session with Golden Era Touring Cars, Motor-Klassik tent1:00 – 1:30 p.m. – Meet Drivers & Teams, FCD Racing Series, Mercedes Arena1:10 – 1:40 p.m. – Le Mans start demo Vintage Sports Car Trophy, start/finish

Rad am Ring: Outstanding atmosphere in the Green Hell

20.07.2025

Cycling (almost) around the clock was witnessed and experienced by participants and spectators on-site and at home at Rad am Ring 2025. Referred to as “a celebration on every level” by head organizer Hanns-Martin Fraas, the event impressed with both proven and new elements – and set a new participation record. Discipline and Disciplines“It was brilliant, both in terms of weather conditions and everything else,” sums up event director Hanns-Martin Fraas with satisfaction. Behind him, the participants and the organizational crew lie two and a half days and one night of pure cycling – with perfect conditions, without torrential rain and in a great atmosphere. “I’m thrilled by the discipline of 98 percent of our participants,” enthuses Hanns Martin Fraas. They adhered meticulously to the rules not only in the 24h-pits and camp but for the most part also on the racecourse. “Fairness first” being the motto of almost 12,000 cycling fans who tackled the Nürburgring in the traditional prologue time trial, the tried-and-tested amateur races, the new gravel races and the popular youth races, the relaxed touring rides, and the centerpiece of the event – the 24-hour races for teams or solo riders: a record number of participants! With 6,300 endurance enthusiasts tackling the already fully booked Rad-am-Ring signature discipline – the most ever – both at the mass start on Saturday, during the night-time light spectacle on Sunday, and especially at the finish line, waves of emotion erupted among athletes, spectators and the organizing team. The Rad-Bundesliga on Sunday afternoon concluded a real cycling festival with outstanding atmosphere. An event whose success was ensured by many hands: “All worked together superbly again. Team, volunteers, service providers, partners – they all contributed to making Rad am Ring what it is,” says head of organization Hanns-Martin Fraas, who openly admits that there were some crashes at Rad am Ring. The Nürburgring’s experienced first responder team of DRK Ahrweiler was mainly busy during the amateur races, though. Results of the 24-hour races | As of July 20, 2025, 14:30 p. m. In the solo road bike category, Rick Steffen (GER) of ROSE Racing Team completed the most laps with 28 – repeating his victory from the previous year. Sascha Hubbert (GER) of Edelhelfer Racing Team and Niklas Wellmann (GER) of MOFA Münster each rode 26 laps. With 24 laps apiece came Thomas Wiedemann (GER) from pester pac automation, Alexander Koch (GER) from TV Attendorn, and Stefan Wauters (BEL) from Grandfondoteam.be. In the women’s solo category, the winner is also a familiar face: Yvonne Margraf (GER) secured first place again, as in 2024, this time with 24 laps. Behind her came Nora Battermann (GER) with 20 laps, and Morena Nogherotto (GER) rounded off the women’s podium with 18 laps. In the category teams of two, #PNCHRS! (BEL) circled the ring 30 times, the highest count. Three duos followed with 29 laps each: Wildrad & Co (GER), pester pac automation (GER), and Örebrocyklisterna (SWE). Hofmann Radteam 1 (GER) finished with 28 laps. The Paul Lange Cycling Crew Girls (GER) and Altfrid Fighter 1 (GER) each logged 24 laps, but the Crew Girls were marginally faster, crowning themselves winners in the women’s team of two category. Örebrocyklisterna (SWE) and Die Prallen Schläuche 4 (GER) each completed 22 laps, as did Raketen-MT-Melsungen/RSC-Werne. In the results of the teams of four category Team Strassacker (ITA) finished first with 34 laps, as they did last year. Ahrbike-Willerscheid (GER) came in one lap behind. Ledschends (RSA) and RTS-Electronic (GER) each rode 32 laps.By a half-minute ahead of Girls on the fast track (GER), the Piscina Ciclistas (ITA) crossed the finish line as the first of our female teams of for – both rode 27 laps. Behind them finished Drückerbande – Le Frecce (GER) and Thömus | WindowMaster by Wyss Training Ladies (UIS) with 26 laps each. AthletesLab Team 3 (GER), Zappes Radler x Friends II (GER), Fahrrad XXL (GER), and 3200 Watt (NED) each completed 25 laps around the Nürburgring. “The more, the better” applies in the category teams of eight for both in terms of number of riders and laps. As in 2024, Ledschends – RH77/BMC/Oakley/Factory Team (AUT) took the lead with 34 laps. Ledschends Plattos (GER) and the Ahrbike – Willerscheid Team 2 each finished with 32 laps. AVIA I (GER) and Fahrrad XXL (GER) both completed 31 laps. In the women’s category, the winning team’s name says it all: Female Cycling Force (GER) completed 26 laps – slightly quicker than the AVIA women (GER) who also rode 26 laps. Puky Factory Racing (GER) with 25 laps and SIG Koblenz – Racing Ladies (GER) with 23 laps followed behind. Rad-Bundesliga as the closing highlight at the RingIt has almost become a tradition that licensed riders show what they’re capable of after the amateur athletes at the Nürburgring. Again in 2025, the Rad-Bundesliga visited the Green Hell, providing final thrills of atmosphere and speed over nearly 110 kilometers and 2,600 meters of elevation gain at the end of a dazzling cycling weekend.  About Rad am RingRad am Ring has taken place at the Nürburgring since 2003. The course runs both through the state-of-the-art Formula 1 arena and over the legendary Nordschleife. The centerpiece consists of 24-hour races on the traffic-free, partially illuminated race circuit, with team quarters in the pit lane and along the track. Saturday’s amateur races are part of the German Cycling Cup, Germany’s largest series of amateur races. Since 2018, Rad am Ring has also offered non competitive touring rides under the slogan “cycling fun for everyone,” and as of this year there is also a gravel race over three distances.

Start of the DNLS Community Cup 2025: Kick-off race on Friday

18.07.2025

It's starting again in the virtual Green Hell: On Friday evening, July 18, 2025, the starting signal will be given for the DNLS Community Cup of the Digital Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie. Until November, a total of four exciting races await the participants and fans. Like all season races, the first race of the season will also run over a distance of three hours, and as in the DNLS and in the real Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie, first-class multiclass racing is on the program – because in addition to the top class SP9, participants will also compete in three other classes. The Community Cup is once again aimed this year at hobby sim racers, who can enter the GT3 class without the need for a real driver. In addition to trophies and prize money of more than 1,000 euros, the best participants can also look forward to wildcards for the 2025/2026 DNLS Winter Season, in which professional teams and drivers from the real Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie will also be competing. Around 120 sim racers have announced their participation in the first race of the season. With Norbert Kiss, who recently extended his winning streak in the European Championship at the Truck Grand Prix at the Nürburgring, a well-known name is drawing attention to the DNLS Community Cup. The Hungarian racing driver will compete in the SP9 class with a Ford Mustang GT3. Also returning are Sven Winter and Michael Teusch, the champions of the DNLS 24/25 season. They will start in the SP3 class with a Renault Clio and are aiming for the championship in the Community Cup as well. In the SP9 class, a total of 20 vehicles from six different manufacturers will be at the start, including the BMW M4 GT3, Lamborghini Huracan GT3 EVO, Ford Mustang GT3, Porsche 911 GT3 R (992), Ferrari 296 GT3, and the Mercedes-AMG GT3 2020. Teams in the top class include Falken Simracing, HRT eSports by Coanda, SCHERER eSPORT, Nürburgring eSports, and PROsport SimRacing. In the Cup2 class, 14 vehicles will compete, all of the Porsche 911 GT3 CUP (992) model. Teams such as Pole Promotion Esports and LionGP x fenster.com will be represented. The SP10 class will feature 13 vehicles and three manufacturers, including the Mercedes-AMG GT4, Aston Martin Vantage GT4, and BMW M4 GT4 Evo. In this class, teams such as Team Heusinkveld, Eifel Racing by GTÜ, smillaesports x Entropy, and Jung eSport will be competing for victory. For the SP3 class, 11 vehicles have been announced, all of the Renault Clio type. Among others, teams like Wolf Motorsport, Project 91 x Rauh Racing, and SCHERER eSPORT are represented here. Starting at 7:15 PM, the opening race will be broadcast live on Friday evening on the official YouTube channel of the Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie here.