08.07.2025
In addition to thrilling motorsports, a trade fair, and a symposium, the 2025 ADAC Truck-Grand-Prix 2025 (July 11–13) offers a top-class festival program that transforms the Müllenbachschleife into a huge open-air party zone. Whether you're a music fan, a family, or a trucker – the supporting program has something for everyone. Country & Party Music on the StarGames Festival StageFestival Friday (July 11) is all about country music: The legendary Country Night features a true evergreen – Tom Astor returns for his 37th consecutive performance. Also performing are Alina Sebastian, Salvati, and The Wild Ride. Saturday night (July 12) brings the big party highlight: With Loona, Malle Anja, Markus Becker, and Sabbotage, high energy and top vibes are guaranteed. A spectacular fireworks display over the Müllenbachschleife will provide a stunning grand finale. Debut: Retro Camp in the Historic PaddockNew this year is the Retro Camp in the historic paddock, offering a unique look into the rich history of the ADAC Truck Grand Prix. Surrounded by lovingly preserved vintage trucks, memorabilia from the early years, and nostalgic video footage, visitors can immerse themselves in the early days of the event. Adding to the atmosphere, country icon Tom Astor will give an exclusive performance on Saturday. Also attending is Heinz-Werner Lenz, one of the event’s pioneering drivers, who will be available for a stage interview and autograph session. The Catalan Country Nation Europe line dance group invites everyone to watch and join in on their choreographed routines. Another highlight: The legendary “Rentnerband” from Ochtendung will bring good humor, music, and local spirit to the Retro Camp – a cult-classic performance not to miss. An additional stage makes the Retro Camp a lively meeting place for anyone wanting to experience truck history up close. If you're in the mood for a nostalgic journey, this is a must-see. Charity Campaign & Family AttractionsThe weekend also offers plenty of highlights for families: the trucker convoy, a fan village, and a kids’ area with bouncy castles, a duck rodeo, and much more make the Truck Grand Prix a fun experience for all ages. Children aged 12 and under get free admission. Social responsibility is part of the event too: Organizers are calling for stem cell donor registrations. On Saturday, the nonprofit “Blut transportiert” (“Blood Delivers”), together with the Bone Marrow Donor Center (KMSZ) of Düsseldorf University Hospital, will promote awareness of the most vital supply chain in the world – human blood supply. Under the motto “Every second counts – United against blood cancer”, visitors can register as potential stem cell donors with a quick and easy cheek swab using the heart-shaped Life Lolli – simple, non-invasive, and potentially lifesaving. Tickets from €10 – Get Yours Now!Friday Festival Day Ticket (Country Night): from €10 Saturday Festival Day Ticket (Party Night): from €12.50
08.07.2025
Tradition meets festival. On the weekend of July 11-13, the ADAC GT Masters will kick off at the legendary Nürburgring as part of the Internationalen ADAC Truck-Grand-Prix. Last year, 130,000 spectators traveled to the joint festival of the ADAC GT Masters and the trucks. This season, there was already a joint event at the season opener at the Lausitzring. The ADAC GT Masters field is growing at the Nürburgring: Team Joos is returning to the series with a Porsche. Both races of the weekend will start at 4:10 p.m. and will be streamed live on sport1.de, Joyn, ServusTV ON, and youtube.com/adacmotorsports. In addition, both races will be broadcast on a delayed basis on Sky Sport. Return to endurance formatAnother endurance weekend will be held at the Nürburgring. Both races on the 3.629 km short circuit will last 80 minutes and include two mandatory pit stops with driver changes. Victory in the only two endurance races so far in 2025 went to the current championship leaders Leo Pichler (23/AT)/Simon Birch (18/DNK/both Razoon – more than racing). They are currently just one point ahead of Tim Zimmermann (28/Langenargen)/Leyton Fourie (19/RSA/both FK Performance Motorsport) in their Porsche 911 GT3 R, who were the high flyers of the second weekend of the season at Zandvoort in their BMW M4 GT3 Evo.“We've seen that we can compete at the front. Now that we're in first place in the championship, we obviously want to stay there,” said Pichler. “We feel very well prepared for the upcoming endurance races. We've got that under control and I think we could achieve some very good results again.” Home race for many drivers and teamsFor many drivers and teams, the weekend in the Eifel will be a home race. Leading the way is Nico Hantke (21). The Hürth native lives less than 80 kilometers from the Nürburgring. He drives the Audi R8 LMS GT3 Evo2 from Scherer Sport PHX, which is based in Meuspath, in the industrial park of the Nürburgring. “I'm really looking forward to the weekend. I really like the track itself and I also think it should suit our Audi,” explained Hantke. “Of course, the weather is always a decisive factor in the Eifel, but I'm convinced that my Scherer team is prepared for all eventualities simply because of its proximity.” The twins Sandro and Juliano Holzem (21) have probably the shortest journey. The two Schubert Motorsport drivers live in Polch, 30 kilometers away as the crow flies. Sandro Holzem achieved his best result in the ADAC GT Masters to date at the Nürburgring in 2023 with a second place. “For us, this weekend is a combination of pressure and motivation. Of course, we want to do our best, especially because so many friends and sponsors are there. At the same time, it motivates us even more to achieve a top result at home,” said Sandro Holzem. His brother Juliano added: “Of course we want to win, otherwise we wouldn't be here!” The Haupt Racing Team can also count on its home advantage with the three Ford Mustang GT3s. The team is based in Drees, right next to the Nürburgring, and won both races in the Eifel last year – albeit in a Mercedes-AMG GT3 at the time. Moritz Wiskirchen will be trying to impress the home crowd in 2025 with this brand. The 22-year-old from Euskirchen has been visiting the Nürburgring with his father since he was a child. “Just because I live right around the corner, I haven't been there more often than the others, unfortunately,” said Wiskirchen. “Nevertheless, I'm optimistic. The track should suit our Mercedes-AMG, and I hope that with my extra motivation at home, we'll be right up there at the front.” Runner-up returns to ADAC GT MastersTeam Joos Sportwagentechnik will make a guest appearance in the ADAC's GT3 junior league at the Nürburgring. Team boss Michael Joos (34/Vöhringen) and newcomer Felix Neuhofer (28/AT) will be driving the Porsche 911 GT3 R. The team from Vöhringen in Baden-Württemberg is no stranger to the ADAC GT Masters. The team competed in the entire 2021 season and finished runner-up in the drivers' championship with current DTM driver Ayhancan Güven and Christian Engelhart. Michael Joos has competed in a total of ten races so far and won the second race at the Red Bull Ring in 2023. Team mate Neuhofer already has a wealth of experience in Porsche and has competed in the Porsche Carrera Cup Germany, among other series. "For me, the ADAC GT Masters debut is a real milestone – but I'm not here just to take part. I want to show what I can do, fight, push, and assert myself. The series is tough, but that's exactly what motivates me,“ said the Austrian. Teammate and team boss Joos added: ”The start at the Nürburgring is a one-off for now, but we hope that two good races will attract sponsors and partners who can enable us to compete in further races in this year's ADAC GT Masters season."
05.07.2025
Nico Otto and Timo Hochwind make history: In the Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport 24h fielded by Max Kruse Racing, the duo claimed the first overall victory for a vehicle powered by alternative fuel at the NLS-Light premiere – and the first ever for Volkswagen in the 49-year history of the ADAC Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie. Second place went to the father-son team of Philipp and Richard Gresek in the BMW M4 GT4 from Plusline Motorsport. The podium was completed by Kazuto Kotaka and Miki Koyama, who brought the Toyota Supra GT4 from Toyo Tires with Ring Racing home in third. “Congratulations to Max Kruse Racing and Volkswagen on the first win by a vehicle with alternative fuel,” praised NLS Sporting Director Christian Vormann. The team from Duisburg runs the four-cylinder turbo engine on an E20 gasoline blend from Shell. “This is an important signal – not just for the ADAC Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie, but for grassroots motorsport as a whole. As a platform for sustainable development, we will continue to drive this topic forward.” Final-minute showdownThe final phase of the four-hour race was not for the faint of heart. For much of the race, pole-sitters Benjamin Leuchter and Heiko Hammel looked like the sure winners. But just 15 minutes before the finish, onboard voltage issues struck, and the gearbox could no longer be shifted. Victory instead went to their teammates at Max Kruse Racing, who had been saving fuel throughout and managed the race with one fewer stop. “I still can’t quite believe it,” said Hochwind, who drove the final stint. “A big thanks to Volkswagen and the entire team. The car was perfect today, everything worked flawlessly. It’s a shame about the sister car’s retirement.” Otto added, “We focused on fuel-saving and staying clean. Still, we always remained within striking distance of the lead. In the end, that strategy really paid off. It’s an incredible feeling to stand on top of the podium with a Golf.” The Plusline BMW was able to match Leuchter’s pace during the opening stint. Before the final pit stop, Philipp Gresek even briefly took the lead. Over the race distance, however, the duo had little to counter the fast Golf but held a firm grip on the podium. “A real shame for Max Kruse Racing that their lead car retired,” said the younger Gresek, showing true sportsmanship. “We had a race full of ups and downs. But to win our class and finish second overall is just fantastic.” His father Richard added: “An indescribable feeling. A perfect day with perfect vibes – it doesn’t get better.” He echoed the mood of many NLS-Light participants, as the paddock saw plenty of happy faces under the bright summer sun. The battle for third was also decided in the final minutes. Carrie Schreiner and Janina Schall in the BMW M4 GT4 of GITI Tire Motorsport by WS Racing were penalized 35+11 seconds for falling short of the minimum pit stop time during their final stop. The penalty handed third place to the Japanese duo. “We had strong pace, avoided penalties, and the car ran perfectly,” said Kotaka. “Thanks to the entire Ring Racing crew. I’m overjoyed.” Despite narrowly missing the podium, the all-female ‘Girls Only – Ready to rock the Green Hell’ team still celebrated their best result of the season with fourth place. Another reason for WS Racing to celebrate came courtesy of Fabian Pirrone, Jan Ullrich, and Ulf Steffens, who claimed their first class win ever in the BMW M240i Racing Cup class. The trio benefited from the misfortune of the Adrenalin Motorsport Team Mainhattan Wheels crew – Timis Ionuc, Will Hunt, and Michelangelo Coazzi – whose final-stint driver first took the lead on the Döttinger Höhe, only to miss his braking point in the last chicane and hit the barriers. Strong showing for Schmickler PerformanceVictory in the Cup 3 class of the Porsche Endurance Trophy Nürburgring went to Schmickler Performance powered by Ravenol. Stefan Schmickler and Horst Baumann edged out the asBest Racing duo Kim Berwanger and Christian Kohlhaas. Baumann, who celebrated his 61st birthday on Friday, impressed race control and track announcers alike with some great moves – earning him the ‘Driver of the Race’ title, awarded by the ILN (Interessengemeinschaft Langstrecke Nürburgring). Schmickler Performance also took two more class wins: Achim and Volker Waver, together with Maik Rönnefarth, won the SP7 class in a Porsche Cayman GT4 CS. In V6, Christian and Thomas Heuchmer were the top dogs in their Porsche 911. Positive feedback following NLS-Light debutVLN Managing Director Mike Jäger gave a positive summary of the event: “We saw many happy and satisfied faces at the NLS-Light premiere – at the team barbecue on Friday evening and on race day. That’s a great foundation to continue developing this format. Of course, we’d have liked to see a few more cars on the grid, but the teams that did participate got their money’s worth – as did the spectators, who enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere in the pit lane and around the Nordschleife. I was personally thrilled to see so many families with children at the track again.” Youth participation was also a theme in the paddock, where two rounds of the ADAC Mittelrhein Slalom Championship took place. Slalom juniors Tommie Lycklama à Nijeholt and Timon-Etienne Quint claimed victory in Class 1, while Noah Servos and Finn Grube won in Class 2. Who knows? Perhaps one of these names will appear in future NLS results. From Light to Maxi: 6-hour race on August 16Following the successful NLS-Light premiere, the series returns on August 16 with its marathon event. The KW 6h ADAC Ruhr-Pokal-Rennen is the season highlight of the ADAC Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie. With 50% more race time, more points are up for grabs in the championship. The challengers of reigning champions Sven Markert and Kevin Wambach in the BMW M240i Racing from Adrenalin Motorsport Team Mainhattan Wheels will be looking to score big.
03.07.2025
The new BMW M2 CS set a new benchmark on the Nordschleife on April 11, 2025. With BMW M development engineer Jörg Weidinger at the wheel, it completed the 20.823-kilometer-long version of the Nürburgring Nordschleife in 7:25.5 minutes, beating the previous best time for compact cars by eight seconds. All record drives and further information Onboard through the Green HellThe record lap of the BMW M2 CS 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.
02.07.2025
“Small ones make it big,” was the motto of the Mini Playback Show back in the 1990s. The same could be said of the premiere of NLS-Light. For the first time in the history of the ADAC Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie (NLS), a race will take place without the presence of large and powerful vehicles. This time, others take the spotlight. New faces and familiar names are writing their own stories. A big barbecue party for all teams will take place in the paddock on Friday evening to celebrate grassroots motorsport on the most beautiful racetrack in the world. Tickets for the race start at 25 euros, and youths up to 14 years of age enjoy free admission. Those who can’t attend in person can follow the entire race day via livestream. This coming Saturday, NLS-Light will celebrate its debut on the Nordschleife. Although it’s not an official championship points race, nearly 60 cars have registered for the 4-hour event. While the grid is smaller than that of a typical NLS race, it shows the strong interest from teams in the new format. “NLS-Light is a welcome event to give interested teams a low-barrier entry point to experience the NLS,” says VLN Managing Director Mike Jäger. “From the start, we knew that a date just two weeks after the 24h race at the Nürburgring and with seven federal states already on school holidays wouldn’t work for a regular points round. So we turned necessity into a virtue. Our core values—customer friendliness, professionalism, and strong media coverage—remain unchanged. I’m convinced this will be a successful event for everyone.” This time, a different group of contenders will fight for overall victory. In the absence of vehicles from classes SP9, SP-X, SP-Pro, and Cup 2, GT4s, TCRs, and other race cars move to center stage—including entries from Max Kruse Racing. The team from Duisburg is entering three cars in the AT class, including two of the brand-new VW Golf GTI Clubsport 24h. Drivers Benjamin Leuchter and Heiko Hammel (#19), Christoph Lenz and Jasmin Preisig (#333, Audi RS3), and Nico Otto and Timo Hochwind (#76) will share the cockpits. “We’re incredibly excited,” says Leuchter, who also serves as team principal. “Our stated goal is to fight for the overall win. We’ll be up against more powerful cars, but with our front-wheel-drive cars we have an edge especially in the corners—from Hohe Acht to Galgenkopf, we’ll try to maximize our performance. We’re going all in.” A victory would mark not only the team’s first overall win, but also the first for a car running on alternative fuels. Their rivals in the AT class include Carrie Schreiner and Janina Schall in the BMW M4 GT4 from ‘Girls Only – Ready to rock the Green Hell’. In the GT4 SP10 class, Black Falcon is fielding a BMW M4 GT4 for American drivers Judson Holt, David Ogburn, and Denny Stripling. In SP8T, the Plusline and Schmickler Performance teams are also competing with BMW M4 GT4s. Schmickler also has a Porsche Cayman GT4 CS in SP7, while Extreme Racing enters a nearly identical Cayman. Not to be underestimated are the Cup 3 cars from the Porsche Endurance Trophy Nürburgring. One of the top dark horses for the overall win is the Porsche 911 Cup (997) of Aimpoint Racing by Gabionen24.de in the H4 class, driven by Axel and Max Friedhoff, who last competed in the NLS in 2023. A colorful standout in the field is the pink and gray Mitsubishi Lancer CT9A from the Fuchs-Turbo team. This speedy estate car has already earned victories in the Rundstrecken Challenge Nürburgring. Owner Mario Fuchs and Eugen Weber share the cockpit. “I think NLS-Light is a really cool idea, and we spontaneously decided to take part—even though I wouldn’t have minded racing in a regular event with the big cars,” says Fuchs. “Of course, we looked at how our lap times stack up. And if nothing breaks, we should be in good shape for this race.” The local hero from Grafschaft has prepared meticulously. How did he come up with the idea of racing a wagon? “Back when we built it, the estate version was actually cheaper. Everyone supported the idea: ‘Go for it, people will love it,’ they said. And they were right—the color certainly helps too. We’re really happy with the Lancer. In corners, we lose a bit to the TCR cars, but thanks to the aerodynamics without a wing, we make up ground on the straights.” It’s a return to roots for David Pittard, who normally competes in the NLS in an Aston Martin Vantage GT3. This time, he joins Graham Wilson and Andreas Ecker in a Toyota Supra entered by Jacos Paddock from Barweiler. “I’m excited for NLS-Light! I’ll be racing with my long-time teammate Graham Wilson. It’ll be his first race this year, so a format without the faster classes is a great way to ease back in. We’re running with Jacos Paddock in the new Toyota Supra. Back in 2018, I did my DPN with them and we’ve since become good friends. I rent cars from Jaco when I need them, and I also coach his clients. We have a great relationship.” Bringing new talent into endurance racing is a mission for rent2Drive-racing from Döttingen, right by the Nordschleife. For the NLS-Light premiere, local roots play a major role. Marcel Weber and Richard Schäfer from Adenau want to use this stage to prove themselves with strong lap times. Interest in supporting the two young drivers was high even before the race, with their entry backed by a team-initiated fundraising campaign. A group of Renault Clios will also make a comeback—one of them entered by none other than Reinhard Sesterheim, a five-time class winner during his active racing career. For NLS-Light, he’s entering the “Screwdriver Clio” of Holger Goedicke and Lukas Krämer. “The two drivers were eager to race NLS-Light,” he says. “I couldn’t say no to that. The Nürburgring is home for me—I live just 15 kilometers away.” Sesterheim fondly remembers the golden Clio era, when up to 30 of the cars would compete: “In 2011, we won the Cup class with Dominik Brinkmann and Stephan Epp and became vice champions in the VLN.” Epp will also be part of NLS-Light, sharing a Renault Clio III Cup from aufkleben.de – Motorsport with Michael Uelwer and Timo Kaatz. NLS-Light is also the first opportunity for drivers to compete with a national-level A license. One of them is Paul Winter, who shares a BMW 325i from EiFelkind Racing with Markus Fischer and Henning Hausmeier. “I’ve had all the results needed for the international C license for a while now, and I’ve even filled out the application,” says Winter, who has been racing in the RCN since 2022. “But the social media post that a national A license is sufficient for NLS-Light came just in time last week and gave me the push I needed to finally make the jump into the NLS. The performance tests in the RCN are great, but racing on the Nordschleife for real and fighting for positions has been a lifelong dream that’s now coming true. I’m thrilled.” The NLS-Light premiere follows the usual schedule of the ADAC Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie. Qualifying runs from 08:30 to 10:00. The pitwalk starts at 10:20, followed by the grid walk at 11:10, offering fans a full sensory experience of motorsport. Also on-site on Saturday: Racebot and Nürburgring mascot “Legend.” The race begins at 12:00. The new VLN fan collection will be available in the paddock. The livestream kicks off at 08:15 and runs through the entire race day.
01.07.2025
From July 11 to 13, race trucks will once again take to the track at the Nürburgring. The premiere of the Truck Efficiency Run will focus on sustainable driving. The ADAC Truck-Grand-Prix 2025 is setting new standards in sustainability. While state-of-the-art drive technologies compete on the race track, the event is also a showcase for technical innovations and a sustainable logistics industry off the asphalt. Racing series with a pioneering role in climate protectionAs the first FIA racing series worldwide, the Goodyear FIA European Truck Racing Championship (ETRC) has been using the plant-based fuel HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil) since 2021, which reduces CO2 emissions by up to 90 percent compared to fossil fuels. In addition, IVECO's electric pace truck is another example of sustainable drive technology in action. Since the start of the 2025 season, the IVECO S-eWay has been leading the field as the world's first fully electric pace truck, and since 2023, fully electric and hybrid drive systems have also been approved for the ETRC. Truck Efficiency Run: competition for sustainable drivingThe Truck Efficiency Run powered by Krone will celebrate its premiere this year on July 10 on the Nordschleife. Truck drivers from all over Germany will compete in a competition where speed and horsepower are not the deciding factors, but rather the most efficient driving style.In addition to classic diesel trucks, electric and LNG vehicles will also be on the starting line. Only one thing matters: who achieves the lowest fuel consumption under real conditions? "The aim of the event is not only to raise awareness of fuel-efficient driving, but also to focus on drivers as a decisive factor. We want to show how big an influence people have behind the wheel and how real savings can be achieved through anticipatory, conscious driving," says Georg Fuchs, Managing Director of ETRA Promotion. The most efficient drivers will be honored at a ceremony at the TruckSymposium the following day. TruckSymposium: Transformation in transport logisticsThe 18th TruckSymposium organized by ADAC Mittelrhein and TÜV Rheinland will take place on July 11 at the Bitburger Event Center. Around 120 representatives from business, associations, government agencies, politics, and the media will exchange ideas on the topic of “Transformation in transport logistics: Theory meets practice!” and discuss solutions for a more climate-friendly transport sector. Trade fair & job expo: innovation meets careerEven away from the race track, the ADAC Truck Grand Prix proves itself to be a forward-looking event: On around 10,000 m² of exhibition space, renowned companies such as Daimler Truck, Iveco, MAN, Renault Trucks, Scania, Ford Trucks, Krone, Schmitz Cargobull, and Goodyear Tires will be presenting innovative and sustainable mobility solutions and state-of-the-art drive technologies on all days of the event.Another highlight is the Truck Grand Prix Job Expo in the ring°boulevard. Here, young professionals, aspiring professional drivers, and anyone interested in the logistics sector can meet companies from the region. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the stands of freight forwarders and logistics service providers offer opportunities for personal discussions, insights into training opportunities, and career prospects. The ADAC Truck Grand Prix combines sustainable mobility, motorsport, specialist events, and festival flair – an experience for all generations. Live bands will provide entertainment at the Country Evening (July 11) and Party Evening (July 12) in the Müllenbachschleife. New this year is the Retro Camp in the historic paddock with its own stage, country vibes, and a varied supporting program. There will also be a diverse supporting program for the whole family: from a truck parade and fan village to a children's area with bouncy castles and a duck rodeo. Children up to and including 12 years of age receive free admission.
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
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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.
