02.05.2025
Car talk, a promenade, and concentrated expert knowledge: On May 1 and 2, the Ring Drivers' Convention powered by Goodyear celebrated its premiere at the Nürburgring. The convention took place at the same time as the Green Hell Driving Days, which are popular with tourist drivers. The ring°carré, located in the immediate vicinity of the ring°boulevard on the Grand Prix circuit, was transformed into an automotive world of experience for horsepower enthusiasts and fans of the Green Hell on both days. Take a seat behind the wheel of a real race car, marvel at the latest achievements of renowned automotive suppliers, or spend a few enjoyable hours with other petrolheads not far from the famous Nürburgring logo: in perfect Eifel weather, the Ring Drivers' Convention presented itself as a mixture of a relaxed car meet and an informative experience mile. Renowned figures from the industry were in attendance: Ford made the eyes of car fans young and old light up with a Ford GT, while the Nürburgring experts from Raeder Motorsport and suspension specialists such as Eibach and H&R showcased their latest projects and products. Spectators were able to listen to exciting discussions on stage in front of the Eifelstadl in the heart of the ring°carré. Among others, DTM champions Maximilian Götz (Mercedes-AMG) and Timo Scheider stopped by. Well-known influencers from the Nürburgring scene, such as Misha Charoudin and Tom Schütze, were also on hand for discussions. Various attractive prizes were up for grabs in a number of competitions.“With the Ring Drivers' Convention, we have created an exciting format that appeals to our diverse community of Nürburgring drivers and fans,” said Christian Stephani, Managing Director of Nürburgring 1927 GmbH. “Together with some long-standing partners of the Nürburgring, we were able to set up an attractive event mile in the ring°carré in perfect weather, which was a real added value for all tourist drivers and Nürburgring visitors.” The convention was rounded off on Thursday evening by the bigFM PartyNight with DJ Rockmaster B, who kept the party going into the night. Another highlight was the opening of a new photo point right next to the Nürburgring eSports Bar, which is now available for souvenir photos with the Nürburgring backdrop. Until Sunday, the Green Hell Driving Days offer the opportunity to experience the fascination of the Nordschleife for yourself. The “Green Hell” will then be open daily from morning to evening for tourist drives. Anyone can take the legendary 20.832 kilometers under their own wheels and experience the myth with their own vehicle.
29.04.2025
Spring has not only turned the trees green again – it’s also brought new life to the “Green Hell”: The season on the Nürburgring Nordschleife is already in full swing, and after the second race of the ADAC Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie (NLS), the first favorites for the legendary ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring from June 19 to 22, 2025, are starting to emerge. But before the spectacular highlight of the season on the world’s longest racetrack, there are more opportunities for valuable test and training kilometers within the NLS framework. The grand finale of the preparations will be the ADAC 24h Qualifiers on May 24 and 25. Since these count as a double-header for the NLS, they carry particular significance not only for the year-long Nordschleife series but also for the 24h Nürburgring itself. All the more reason to mark the weekend in your calendar—and grab your tickets early. Two teams have stood out in particular at the start of the season. On both occasions, the Audi R8 LMS GT3 from Juta Racing secured pole position, piloted by 24h defending champion Frank Stippler. The driver from Bad Münstereifel once again proved that this GT3 “veteran” may no longer be part of the latest vehicle generation, but in the hands of an experienced racer, it still ranks among the favorites. That said, both race wins went to state-of-the-art machinery. The Porsche 911 GT3 R from Falken Motorsports now boasts two victories and has established itself early on as a strong contender. The traditional works team of the Japanese tire manufacturer prevailed against very strong competition. That was especially evident in the second NLS race, where the Aston Martin from the Walkenhorst team crossed the finish line first but was classified second due to a time penalty for an insufficient pit stop duration. “The penalty is definitely annoying, but in the end, we still got a podium,” said Walkenhorst driver Mattia Drudi (Melle), pleased with a successful debut. “It was my first time in an Aston Martin on the Nordschleife, and our focus is clearly on preparing for the 24h Nürburgring.” The winning drivers also had their eyes firmly on the bigger picture. Falken driver Alessio Picariello (BEL) called it “perfect preparation for the 24h,” while his teammate Dorian Boccolacci (FRA) commented on only his second GT3 race on the Nordschleife: “I don’t have much experience yet in such a car on this track. So it’s even nicer that the season started with two podiums—second in NLS1, and now a win. And in the end, we didn’t even need to take full risks because we knew the second-place car would get a time penalty.” A high-profile showcase of super sports carsThe top tier of endurance racing on the Nordschleife is more diverse than ever this year. In the second NLS race, a BMW M4 GT3 from Rowe Racing joined the podium as the third brand represented. No fewer than six different manufacturers filled the top ten: Audi, Aston Martin, BMW, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Mercedes-AMG, and Porsche are all part of this thrilling GT3 spectacle. To ensure the 24h race in June lives up to its excitement, the lead-up phase this year is particularly extensive: after the third NLS race, the ADAC 24h Nürburgring Qualifiers (May 24/25) will feature two races that also count toward the NLS championship. That’s when we’ll likely see teams whose race cars haven’t been ready up to now—because by the Qualifiers, things get serious. Extra grid slots for the 24h Top Qualifying are up for grabs, and Nordschleife rookies get an ideal opportunity to fast-track their “Permit,” the mandatory special license for racing on the Nordschleife. Only after the Qualifier weekend will the 24h Nürburgring entry list be finalized: the registration deadline for the 24h is May 28. Unsurprisingly, interest is already high, and the Qualifiers are expected to attract a packed field. A trip to the Ring is worth itAs if two NLS races in one weekend and intensive 24h preparation weren’t reason enough to attend the 24h Qualifiers, the event also features an exciting support program. For example, there’s plenty of grassroots and youth racing to enjoy. On Saturday midday, the RCN will hold a performance test on the Nordschleife. Throughout the weekend, car slalom competitions will be held in the AMG Arena, and youth eKart slaloms will take place in the paddock. One highlight is the first of the two races, which starts Saturday at 5:30 p.m. and runs four hours into the evening—delivering full endurance racing vibes. Sunday is headlined by the Top Qualifying session, where teams battle for the best grid positions at the front. The second four-hour race then begins at 1:00 p.m. If you want to experience this motorsport spectacle live, tickets are available here starting at just €25 (Saturday or Sunday day passes). These grant access to the grandstands on the GP circuit, the paddock, and prime spectator areas along the Nordschleife such as Brünnchen and Pflanzgarten. If you can’t make it to the track, you can tune into the livestream at 24h-rennen.de/live, broadcasting Saturday from 4:30 p.m. to 10:15 p.m. and Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
27.04.2025
Bright sunshine, thousands of motorcycles, and an incomparable atmosphere: the traditional “Anlassen” event at the Nürburgring was once again a resounding success this year. In perfect weather, around 42,000 bikers transformed the Ring into the roaring heart of the motorcycle scene and celebrated the start of the new two-wheel season together. In addition to the entire paddock, the AMG Arena of the Grand Prix circuit also served as an additional parking area for the large number of motorcycles – both areas were completely filled and made for an impressive sight. From 8:00 a.m. onwards, visitors on two wheels flocked to the Eifel region to get in the mood for the day with a varied program: whether at the Safety Demo by POLO, the impressive demonstrations by the state police and the ADAC Driver Safety Center at the Nürburgring, or with mini bikes. Guided tours took place in parallel on the sprint track of the Grand Prix circuit and were very well received. Social commitment was also in the spotlight: visitors could do a good deed by donating blood in the blood donation mobile or register as stem cell donors with the Stefan Morsch Foundation. Meanwhile, the band “der nächste bitte” provided a great atmosphere with their live music. The highlights of the day were the traditional ecumenical service, during which Pastor Klaus Kohnz, Pastor Rüdiger Wink, and Auxiliary Bishop Jörg Peters gave their blessing for a safe motorcycle season. As always, the emotional finale was the joint parade around the legendary Nordschleife: thousands of motorcycles set off and rode the most famous 20.832 kilometers in the world – a spine-tingling moment that perfectly reflected the special atmosphere of “Anlassen.” “It's just great how many motorcycle enthusiasts have come to the Nürburgring again this year to celebrate their passion at Anlassen. The peaceful atmosphere and this incredible sea of motorcycles create a unique atmosphere. This makes the motorcycle service a real highlight every year – not only for visitors but also for us employees,” said Nürburgring Managing Director Ingo Böder. After a successful start to the motorcycle season, further two-wheeled highlights await, such as the International German Motorcycle Championship IDM (September 5 to 7) and the Kölner Kurs (July 26 & 27) as part of the numerous public events at the Nürburgring.
26.04.2025
Brilliant sunshine at the Nürburgring and thrilling racing once again delighted numerous spectators at the ADAC Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie. Victory at the premiere of the ADAC Ruhrpott-Trophy went to Dorian Boccolacci and Alessio Picariello from Falken Motorsports. Driving a Porsche 911 GT3 R, the duo crossed the finish line with a comfortable margin of 30.751 seconds ahead of Christian Krognes and Mattia Drudi in the Aston Martin Vantage GT3 Evo from Walkenhorst Motorsport, who finished second. Completing the podium were Augusto Farfus, ‘Jesse Krohn’, Raffaele Marciello, and Kelvin Van der Linde in the BMW M4 GT3 Evo from ROWE Racing. Pole position was secured for the second time in a row by Frank Stippler – once again in the Audi R8 LMS from JUTA RACING and not in the brand-new Ford Mustang GT3 from Haupt Racing Team. Veteran Stippler also dominated the first stint of the four-hour race, maintaining the lead – but only until lap seven. After that, the two Falken Porsches took control. Tim Heinemann and Dennis Marshall, in the sister car to the eventual winners, dropped back due to a pit stop issue, and in the final lap, Boccolacci had to concede the lead to Krognes in the Aston Martin. However, fortune smiled on the Falken team: the Walkenhorst duo received a time penalty for undershooting the minimum pit stop time and were ultimately classified second. The ROWE Racing quartet won a thrilling battle for third place against the Scherer Sport PHX Porsche 911 GT3 R. Patric Niederhauser and Patrick Pilet finished fourth in the team from Meuspath’s debut with the Porsche 911. Heinemann and Marshall crossed the line fifth, ahead of the Ferrari 296 GT3 from REALIZE KONDO RACING with Rinaldi. "Last time I was already happy with second place at my first GT3 race in the Green Hell, and now I'm on the top step of the podium – I’m very happy," said Boccolacci. "Because of the penalty, I didn’t have to take full risks on the final lap." His teammate Picariello praised him: "Dorian has had an incredibly steep learning curve, going from a podium in race one to winning his second race. Brilliant." Despite missing out on the win, Krognes was satisfied: "It’s a very good start to the new season for me." For Drudi, NLS2 marked his first race in an Aston Martin on the legendary Nordschleife. "A shame about missing the win," he said. "But the car ran perfectly, and we can be happy with the data we collected." Having started from ninth place, the podium finish was a success for the ROWE Racing team. "It was a chaotic race for us with many yellow flag phases – so we can be satisfied with the result," said Farfus. Together with polesitter Stippler on board, ‘SELV’ and Alexey Veremenko took victory in the Pro-Am category of the SP9 class. The fastest Am car – the Audi R8 LMS GT3 from équipe vitesse – was driven by Michael Heimrich, Lorenzo Rocco, and Arno Klasen. Max Kruse Racing fastest car in the AT3 classIn the AT3 class for alternative fuels, Dominik and Marcel Fugel, together with Moritz Oestreich, took victory in the Porsche 911 GT3 from Max Kruse Racing. The team won the four-hour race ahead of Björn and Georg Griesemann, who finished second at the debut of the Team eFuel Griesemann Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS CS M. The vehicle, entered by Manthey, completed 26 trouble-free laps in its first outing in the Green Hell. Third place went to Michelle Halder, ‘Tom’, and Luka Wlömer in the Four Motors Bioconcept-Car Porsche 911 GT3 R. After two races, three teams still have a perfect record. Heiko Eichenberg and Harley Haughton secured their second Cup 3 victory in the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 CS of SRS Team Sorg Rennsport. Arne Hoffmeister and Tim Scheerbarth did the same in Cup 2, winning with the Mühlner Motorsport Porsche 911 GT3 Cup. Philipp Leisen, Philipp Stahlschmidt, and Daniel Zils also repeated their class victory in the VT2-RWD category in their Adrenalin Motorsport Team Mainhattan Wheels BMW 330i. Additionally, Zils won his class in the V6 and was crowned ‘Driver of the Race’. This award is jointly decided by representatives of the ILN Drivers' Association, the race control of the NLS, and the livestream commentators. Robert Wickens completes his Permit lapsCanadian Robert Wickens fulfilled the requirements for obtaining the DMSB Permit Nordschleife during the ADAC Ruhrpott-Trophy. In the Hyundai Elantra from Bryan Herta Autosport, he completed 21 laps together with Michael Lewis and Youngchan Kim. The trio finished fourth in the TCR class. "It felt really good to be back in the Green Hell," Wickens beamed. "I love the track and have only good memories from my DTM days at the Nürburgring," said the paraplegic racer, who drives using a hand control system. "It works wonderfully, although it’s very different compared to the sprint races I do in the U.S. The Nordschleife is extremely narrow and unforgiving. You rarely get a clean lap, and especially during Code 60 or Code 120 phases, there’s a lot to manage with the hand controls. But I adapted quickly." Youth promotion once again part of the support programOnce again, the NLS Youth Kart Slalom Championship was held alongside the NLS. Jonas Bohrer (MSC Adenau) won the K1 class for the second time in a row, while Oliver Scheibel (ASC Ahrweiler) triumphed in K2. Paul Sonnack (AMC Ingelheim) took victory in K3, with Florian Rauhe (MSC Adenau) and Luis Müller-Herrfarth (MSC des PSV Wengerohr) winning K4 and K5 respectively. Parallel to the NLS, two rounds of the ADAC Mittelrhein Slalom Youngster Cup also took place in the paddock. MSC Adenau’s young talents Max Knauth (Class 1) and Noah Servos (Class 2) each scored double victories. Trophies for the DNLS winnersBetween qualifying and the race, the successful drivers of the DNLS Winter Season 2024/2025 were honored, with SCHERER eSPORT leading the way, winning titles with both the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup from PEETN and the Renault Clio in the SP3 class. This summer, the DNLS Community Cup will take place, bringing the virtual Green Hell back to life. Every sim racing enthusiast can participate, with wildcards for the "big" DNLS up for grabs. The third race of the ADAC Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie will already take place in two weeks, on May 10. The 56th Adenauer ADAC Rundstrecken-Trophy will again cover the familiar four-hour race distance. Tickets for the race are available now. Admission is free for youths up to and including 14 years old.
25.04.2025
May is just around the corner and brings with it a packed program of premieres, horsepower action, and an anniversary race in the Eifel region. There will be a brand-new event for tourist drivers and car enthusiasts during the Green Hell Driving Days, thrilling races on the legendary Nordschleife in the Nürburgring Endurance Series and the 24h Qualifiers, a running anniversary at the Hotfoot Run, and a wide range of motorsport on the Grand Prix circuit. In May, the Nürburgring will once again show its versatile side. The events in May 2025 in detail: Ring Drivers' Convention powered by Goodyear | May 1 to 2A new highlight for all drivers and fans of the Nürburgring is celebrating its premiere: The Ring Drivers' Convention powered by Goodyear will be the meeting place for tourist drivers, fans, and car enthusiasts. The venue for this high-powered event is the ring°carré directly opposite the ring°boulevard. On May 1 and 2 (May 1, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; May 2, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.), the ring°carré will be transformed into a world of experience with a large vehicle and manufacturer mile featuring renowned exhibitors (including Mercedes-AMG, BMW, Ford, Raeder Motorsport, Eibach, H&R, Caterham), exciting stage talks (including DTM champion Maximilian Götz), meet & greets with influencers, and competitions. Refreshments will be available during the petrol-fueled discussions. The Ring Drivers' Convention will be rounded off by the bigFM PartyNight on Thursday evening and the opening of a new photo point. Admission is free. Green Hell Driving Days | May 1 to 4 Parallel to the Ring Drivers' Convention, the Green Hell Driving Days offer ample opportunity to experience the fascination of the Nordschleife for yourself. The “Green Hell” is open on four days (Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Friday from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.). During the tourist drives, anyone can take the legendary 20.832 kilometers under their own wheels and experience the myth for themselves. Advance online registration on the Nürburgring website will reduce waiting times on site. Hotfoot Run powered by HOLY | May 10The Hotfoot Run powered by HOLY celebrates its 15th anniversary at the Nürburgring on May 10. The unique obstacle course promises an entertaining mix of mud, foam, fun, and sport. Thousands of participants will battle their way through the obstacles of a newly designed course, the core of which forms the Müllenbachschleife of the Grand Prix circuit for the first time. Whether you are an ambitious athlete or a fun-loving group of runners, the Hotfoot Run has a route length to suit everyone. There are eight, twelve, and 24 kilometers to choose from. For the first time, there will be a Family Edition: a 6-kilometer lap for families with children aged 12 and over. For information and registration, visit: hotfootrun.de ADAC Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie | May 10 While some are conquering the Nürburgring in an obstacle course, others are racing through the Green Hell in motorized vehicles. The third race of the ADAC Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie promises another diverse field of starters. From lightning-fast GT3 cars to production-based touring cars, everything will be represented this Saturday. For over four hours, professionals and amateurs will battle it out for position on the combination of the sprint version of the Grand Prix circuit and the Nordschleife. Spectators can follow the action from the open grandstands or visit the popular sections of the track along the Nordschleife. The ticket for €25 (children under 14 free) includes access to all spectator areas, the paddock, and the starting grid before the race. The Nürburgring mascot “Legend” will also be on hand for a souvenir photo or two. ADAC 24h Nürburgring Qualifiers | May 23 to 25The ADAC 24h Nürburgring Qualifiers are the decisive dress rehearsal for the 24-hour race one month later. From May 23 to 25, the top teams in endurance racing will fine-tune their vehicles and strategies. The format of the qualifiers is intense: after setup runs on Friday, there are two separate four-hour races on Saturday and Sunday, which again count towards the Nürburgring Endurance Series standings. Fans will experience the impressive GT3 cars from many manufacturers and all their pursuers at the limit. In the run-up to the event, on Saturday, May 24, there will be a round of the Rundstrecken-Challenge Nürburgring (RCN), the popular amateur racing series on the Nordschleife. Tickets for the qualifying weekend are available from €25 (day ticket) or €39 (weekend), and VIP packages are also available. DMV Goodyear Racing Days | May 30 to June 1The DMV Goodyear Racing Days offer an impressive range of racing action. Over a dozen different racing series will be on the starting line, ensuring a varied program. These include the BMW Challenge, the NES GP, the BMW 318ti Cup, the Classic Masters, the STGT Super Touring & GT Cup, the Porsche Club Historic Challenge, the Porsche Racing Cup Holland, and the ADAC Historic Cups for touring cars and formula cars. Here, modern racing cars meet fascinating classics – a feast for every racing fan at fair admission prices (day ticket from €12, weekend €32, discounts for young people). Events at the Nürburgring – May 2025: 01. - 02.05.2025: Ring Drivers' Convention powered by Goodyear 01. - 04.05.2025: Green Hell Driving Days (Touristenfahrten Nordschleife) 10.05.2025: Hotfoot Run powered by HOLY 10.05.2025: ADAC Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie - Rennen 3 23. - 25.05.2025: ADAC 24h Nürburgring Qualifiers (mit RCN) 30.05. - 01.06.2025: DMV Goodyear Racing Days
24.04.2025
The new Porsche 911 GT3 has set an impressive lap time on the Nürburgring Nordschleife. Factory driver and Porsche brand ambassador Jörg Bergmeister completed the 20.832-kilometer circuit in 6:56.294 minutes. The lap was conducted under notarial supervision and with street-legal Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R tires. All record drives and further information The vehicle used was equipped with the optional Weissach package and had a six-speed manual transmission. The 911 GT3 is powered by a 4.0-litre high-revving naturally aspirated engine with 375 kW (510 hp). The time achieved is more than three seconds faster than that of the previous model with PDK. Onboard through the Green HellThe record lap of the Porsche 911 GT3 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.
23.04.2025
The first ADAC Ruhrpott-Trophy takes place this Saturday, April 26, 2025. The event, organized by ADAC Westfalen and MSC Ruhr-Blitz-Bochum, marks the second of ten rounds in the 2025 ADAC Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie. The race lineup is literally a full house of aces and kings—the preliminary entry list features 140 entries. And there’s more than just the race to talk about: a variety of topics deserve more than a footnote. The support program also impresses with auto and youth kart slalom, offering variety and entertainment. Tickets for the race are available from €25 at VLN.de/tickets. Admission is free for children up to 14 years of age. For those unable to attend in person, the entire race day will be livestreamed here. Cars from 16 different manufacturers will be driven by 357 drivers from 28 nations, including 17 super sports cars in the GT3 SP9 class. Two teams will be entering the "top class" of NLS for the first time this year. Scherer Sport PHX, which has achieved numerous successes with Audi in recent years, is fielding a Porsche 911 GT3 R for the first time. “Entering the top class with a new brand is a challenge we gladly accept,” says team boss Ron Moser. “We’ve put a lot of work into preparing our team for the 911 GT3 R. NLS2 is the next step, where we’ll face competition for the first time. The goal is clear: we want to fight for top positions.” Drivers Patric Niederhauser and Patrick Pilet will alternate at the wheel for Scherer. Hankook Competition is also kicking off their season in the Eifel with a Porsche. Pseudonym drivers ‘JK’ from South Korea and ‘Recardo’ from the Netherlands will share the cockpit with Marco Holzer, who claimed an NLS victory back in 2011. Walkenhorst Motorsport has expanded its entry. The team from Melle near Osnabrück is fielding three Aston Martin Vantage GT3 Evo cars for the second race—one in the SP9-Pro category with drivers Christian Krognes and Mattia Drudi. In addition, Walkenhorst has a treat for fans of British super sports cars: Niklas Abrahamsen and Hermann Vortkamp will debut the new Aston Martin Vantage GT4 model, presented last year, on the Nordschleife. Green racing in the Green Hell: Notable addition to the AT classA sustainable project will make its debut at the ADAC Ruhrpott-Trophy: Manthey and the Griesemann Group will field the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport M for the first time in the Green Hell. The car will compete on the Nürburgring Nordschleife powered by synthetic gasoline made from methanol. This fuel is produced as part of the DeCarTrans project, a research initiative at TU Bergakademie Freiberg supported by the German Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport. The fuel belongs to the eFuels category and can be used in existing combustion engines without modifications (drop-in). Based on the Clubsport race car used in GT4 series worldwide, the 'M' model features lightweight construction and optimized aerodynamics. Manthey is using recycled CFRP components from a pre-development project with Porsche Motorsport for testing. “Motorsport and sustainability are not mutually exclusive – and together with Manthey, we’re taking the next step this year. Our experience with eFuels, combined with Manthey’s racing expertise, shows that performance without compromise is possible—while keeping the motorsport atmosphere,” says Björn Griesemann, who is debuting the car with his brother Georg. “The trust of our partners means the world to me, and I’m thrilled about our new car. Driving a Manthey Porsche on the Nürburgring is the fulfillment of a childhood dream.” In the AT class, the Griesemann Cayman will face strong competition. The local heroes from Four Motors, including rapper Smudo and Tom von Löwis, have been advancing sustainability in the Nordschleife championship for years. They are fielding a Porsche 911 GT3 Cup and two 718 Cayman GT4 CS cars. Max Kruse Racing is entering no fewer than six biofuel-powered racers, including another 911, two Volkswagen Golf VII, a Golf GTI Clubsport 24h, and two Audi RS3s. Giving up is not an option: Robert Wickens makes another attemptLast year, he didn’t manage to secure his permit in time for the ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring. This year, Robert Wickens is trying again—because giving up is not an option for him. The 36-year-old Canadian, best known to German fans from his DTM years as a Mercedes-AMG works driver, has been paraplegic since an IndyCar crash in 2018. In 2022, he returned to racing in the U.S. in the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge with a Hyundai Elantra N TCR. His comeback in Germany came in last year’s season opener. Unfortunately, an accident cut his race short, though he escaped uninjured. As a result, he couldn’t complete the required laps for the DMSB Permit Nordschleife. “I tried last year and failed,” Wickens recently shared with fans on Instagram. “Now I’m trying again. I’m racing in NLS to get my permit, so my dream of competing in the 24h Nürburgring this year can finally come true.” Wickens shares the Elantra from Bryan Herta Autosport, equipped with a hand-control system, with American driver Michael Lewis. Spectacular comeback: Ralf Schall is back for moreHe’s one of the most successful drivers in the history of the ADAC Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie. Ralf Schall has racked up 105 class wins, putting him fourth on the all-time list in the 49-year history of the series, behind Volker Strycek (135), Johannes Scheid (134), and Daniel Zils (113). The 55-year-old car dealership owner from Dornstadt is making his comeback at the ADAC Ruhrpott-Trophy. His last appearance in NLS was in 2022. He will share a Porsche 911 GT3 Cup in the SP7 class (24h Specials over 3,500 cc) with Julian Reeh and Valentin Lachmayer. On the track, he’ll be racing against his daughter Janina, who is 20 years old and competing with Carrie Schreiner and Beitske Visser in a BMW M4 GT4 for the "Girls Only Team" from GITI Tire Motorsport by WS Racing. Get your tickets now!Tickets for the ADAC Ruhrpott-Trophy are available for €25 (free admission for children up to 14) at vln.de/tickets and at the box office. The ticket grants access to open grandstands at the Grand Prix circuit, exclusive spectator areas at Brünnchen and Pflanzgarten, as well as to the paddock, pit lane, and starting grid. The second round of the NLS Kart Slalom Championship will take place in the Historic Paddock at Nürburgring. At the "helicopter landing pad" in the paddock, a round of the ADAC Mittelrhein Slalom Youngster Cup will also be held. Grid positions will be determined during qualifying from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. Fans will experience motorsport with all their senses during the pit walk starting at 10:20 a.m. and the grid visit from 11:10 a.m. Also present on Saturday will be the Nürburgring mascot "Legend" and the spectacular Racebot. The race will start at 12:00 p.m.
22.04.2025
The Nürburgring will once again be transformed into the roaring heart of the motorbike scene at the ‘Anlassen’ motorbike service on Sunday, 27 April 2025. Thousands of bikers traditionally follow the call to the Eifel to welcome the new season together - with free admission. Highlights include the adventure and food court in the paddock, the ecumenical church service and the large joint parade around the Nordschleife. Thousands of bikers and their joint lap through the Green Hell: year after year, the parade on the Nordschleife is the highlight for many motorcyclists at the Nürburgring. This year, the Grand Prix paddock opens its doors to passionate two-wheeler fans as early as 8.00 am. Here you can meet like-minded people, swap stories and marvel at the variety on two wheels, from cutting-edge machines to lovingly maintained classics. More than just mopeds: food court and performancesThere will also be plenty of action and information around the Nürburgring pit building: partner POLO Motorrad will not only be presenting trends and accessories, but will also be bringing along the popular performance test bench once again. There, everyone can check what their favourite really has under the bonnet. Well-known exhibitors such as Öhlins will be showcasing their products, while the police, the Fahrsicherheitszentrum Nürburgring and POLO will be impressing visitors with their driving demonstrations in the show area. If you want to get active yourself, you can let off steam on the new pit bike course on the helipad. Between 8.00 am and 2.15 pm, motorcyclists can also take a few laps of the Grand Prix circuit's sprint track on guided rides (from 25 euros for 3 laps). The band ‘dernächstebitte’ will provide the right sound for the start of the season with a musical stage programme. And the food court will satisfy hunger and thirst. God's blessing and a shared lap of the Nordschleife‘Anlassen’ 2025 provides exciting insights - and shows heart: There is the opportunity to take a look behind the medical scenes of the race track during guided tours of the Nürburgring's state-of-the-art Medical Centre. The number of participants is limited - registration is possible on site. Between 11:00 and 15:00, you can donate a little bit of your red blood to a good cause in the blood donor mobile. The Stefan Morsch Foundation will also be on site. Visitors will have the opportunity to register as potential stem cell donors and give new hope to leukaemia patients - a small moment on a beautiful day that can have a big impact afterwards. The emotional highlights follow in the afternoon: at 2.30 pm, Pastor Klaus Kohnz, Pastor Rüdiger Wink and Auxiliary Bishop Jörg Peters invite you to the traditional ecumenical service. A moment of reflection and thanksgiving, combined with the request for a safe journey at all times in the upcoming two-wheeler season. Immediately afterwards, at 3.30 pm, the unforgettable finale starts: the joint parade around the legendary Nordschleife of the Nürburgring. Thousands of motorbikes set off on the 20.832 kilometre long legendary Nordschleife - always an impressive sight.
16.04.2025
All over Germany, car enthusiasts gather in various public places on Good Friday to share their passion. At the Nürburgring, a large crowd is expected again this year when thousands of visitors gather around the track. The Nürburgring operating company is deploying a team of over 150 stewards, security staff and traffic wardens to support the measures and visitor management of the public order office and the police. A central aspect of the close cooperation is the protection of the region and nature from excessive noise and waste. Although there is no event at the Nürburgring on Good Friday, thousands of people come. The fascination of the world-famous race track has also made it a popular destination for tuners on this day. For the Nürburgring, the public order office and the police, there is therefore one thing above all else on the agenda: to control and educate the many visitors accordingly and to punish any infringements. In order to relieve traffic and the local areas, the B412 will be closed in coordination with those responsible at Nürburgring 1927 GmbH & Co. KG, Landesbetrieb Mobilität, the Ahrweiler district administration and the Mayen police headquarters, the B412 will be opened to through traffic. However, depending on capacity utilization in the Brünnchen and Pflanzgarten areas, traffic may be temporarily closed and diverted. In addition, various traffic circles will be set up so that only straight through traffic is possible. Extensive parking facilities along the Nordschleife and Grand Prix TrackThe Nürburgring will provide extensive parking facilities around the circuit in order to reduce congestion as much as possible. Almost all parking spaces in the A zone near the Grand Prix circuit are open, as well as additional parking spaces in the B zone if required. On the Nordschleife, in addition to the best-known Brünnchen and Pflanzgarten parking lots, other areas in the Schwalbenschwanz and, if all parking areas in Adenau are full, other spaces in the Adenauer Forst will also be open. A large contingent of stewards and additional security personnel will also monitor the ban on barbecues and camping. Traffic violations will be consistently punishedOverall, a high volume of traffic is to be expected in the area of the main access roads to the Nürburgring, in the town of Adenau and in the surrounding villages. The police will be focusing on possible traffic violations, paying particular attention to road safety and vehicle compliance as well as driver behavior. The message from the law enforcement officers is clear: anyone who behaves "out of line" must expect consequences. These may include all-day bans, vehicle seizures or, in individual cases, confiscation of driving licenses. Illegal parking outside designated areas will ultimately lead to the vehicle being towed away for a fee. An overview of the open parking areas: Parking areas Grand Prix Track: A1, A2, A6, A7, A8, A9, A10, B zone if required Parking areas Nordschleife: Brünnchen P96 Pflanzgarten (P97+P98) Schwalbenschwanz P100 Adenauer Forst (opens when all parking areas in Adenau are full)
