28.07.2026
August: Motorsport Month: Over the coming weeks, one top-class racing event after another will take place at the Nürburgring. The highlights will be the DTM races (14–16 August) and the Oldtimer Grand Prix (7–9 August). But the GT World Challenge (28–30 August) and the 6-hour race of the Nürburgring Endurance Series (1 August) are also definitely worth a trip to the Eifel. Here are the Nürburgring highlights for August: Two extra hours in the Green Hell: the NLS 6-hour race | 1 August 2026An extra dose of racing on the Nordschleife: the traditional 6-hour race of the ADAC RAVENOL Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie is coming up. But the seventh NLS round of the year offers far more than just two extra hours of racing. Fans can look forward to a long race day in August with a well-filled starting grid. Even after the 24-hour race, the organisers were recently delighted with high entry numbers, so we can expect well over 100 racing cars. These include lightning-fast GT cars, numerous production-based touring cars and an ever-increasing number of vehicles running on alternative fuels. For 25 euros (children under 14 free), fans gain access to the grandstands, the paddock and even the pit walk, as well as the starting grid before the race. Anyone wishing to enjoy an endurance race as an exclusive experience can opt for the VIP ticket for 295 euros, which includes a guided bus tour of the Nordschleife, a VIP shuttle to the circuit, and delicious food and drinks. There is also the ‘RACE & LUNCH’ ticket, available for 210 euros. Dream cars of yesteryear: 53rd BELMOT Classic Car Grand Prix | 7 to 9 August 2026Year after year, it’s Germany’s most beautiful automotive journey through time – and 2026 is no exception, with a star-studded line-up. On the second weekend in August, the 53rd BELMOT Classic Car Grand Prix will become a reunion of motorsport legends. Racing greats such as Uwe Alzen, Christian Danner and Leopold, Prince of Bavaria, will be getting behind the wheel once again. Meanwhile, on the tarmac of the Nürburgring Grand Prix circuit, a lightning-fast and thunderously loud museum of motorsport awaits: the line-up ranges from Group 5 monsters such as the fiery Ford Capri Turbo, through timeless rarities like the Porsche 550 A Spyder and Aston Martin DB4 GT, to Formula cars from various eras. Cars from the DTM – including the 2012 BMW championship-winning car – bridge the gap to the more recent past. The Saturday evening race featuring historic sports cars is traditionally a highlight. Fans can experience this feast for the eyes and ears from as little as 35 euros – including access to the paddock; the full weekend can be booked from 89 euros. Children and young people up to the age of 17 go free. The VIP packages, starting at 450 euros, promise first-class comfort in a historic setting. Big names, thrilling racing: DTM at the Nürburgring | 14 to 16 August 2026 Glock, Grello or 24-hour winner Maro Engel: in mid-August, the big names in German motorsport will return to the Nürburgring. At stake is the DTM crown – for more than 40 years, THE racing series in our country. Their arena? The Nürburgring’s sprint circuit: 3.629 kilometres – short, tight and renowned for lap-after-lap battles for position. Fans can look forward to two days of racing on Saturday and Sunday (each featuring qualifying and a race), spectacular pit stops and a diverse line-up of cars from eight different manufacturers. The DTM offers plenty to keep you entertained for a long day of racing in the Eifel – or even a whole weekend. Whether it’s the supporting races such as the Porsche Sixt Carrera Cup, the numerous stands and attractions in and around the paddock (included in the admission price), or up-close experiences such as the pit walk with an autograph session or the Track Safari. Day tickets for race days are available from 49 euros, and weekend tickets from 69 euros. Also available: ‘RACE&LUNCH’ options (from 280 euros) and VIP packages from 450 euros. Classic two-wheelers to marvel at: Cologne Circuit | 22–23 August 2026On the fourth weekend in August, the engines certainly don’t fall silent – they simply change a gear. The MSC Porz invites you to the traditional Cologne Circuit on the Grand Prix track. This event has been a fixture since 1991 and will be held this year as an official round of the VFV German Historic Motorcycle Championship. Vintage motorcycle enthusiasts can marvel at historic racing machines from various eras. The absolute crowd favourites are the spectacular starts of the vintage sidecars and the high-speed races of the supersport bikes and superbikes. Day tickets are available from 10 euros and – like all tickets this weekend – include free access to the grandstand and the paddock. 60 GT cars and motorcycling icon Rossi: GT World Challenge | 28 to 30 August 2026 60 supercars on a 5.1-kilometre Grand Prix circuit: there’ll be plenty of traffic on the track during the GT World Challenge powered by AWS’s guest appearance. The world’s largest GT series will deliver thrilling duels during its 3-hour race on Sunday. The field of entrants is huge – and, at the same time, packed with top-class contenders. The starting line-up includes Nordschleife favourites such as the ROWE BMW, the Red Bull-branded Mercedes-AMG from Verstappen Racing and the powerful Ford Mustang from HRT. Experience suggests that the biggest crowds will gather around the number 46 BMW: motorbike legend Valentino Rossi will be behind the wheel – and spectators can be there to watch. Tickets grant free access to the paddock and are available from 10 euros (weekend ticket: 40 euros). A special treat awaits as part of the supporting programme: in the new GT3 Revival Series, rare legendary sports cars such as the BMW Z4 and the Mercedes-Benz SLS will take to the track. The Nürburgring highlights in August 2026: 31 July – 2 August: Nürburgring Drift Cup 1 August: ADAC RAVENOL Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie (6-hour race) 7–9 August: 53rd BELMOT Classic Car Grand Prix 14–16 August: DTM 22–23 August: Kölner Kurs 28–30 August: GT World Challenge powered by AWS
14.04.2026
Top-class racing on the track and the best entertainment in the paddock: During the preseason test at the Red Bull Ring—a good ten days before the season opener from April 24 to 26 in Styria—the DTM offered a strong preview of the 2026 season. An international field of top drivers, eight premium brands, and a new exclusive tire from Pirelli promise spectacular motorsport action. Off the track, the DTM attracts fans with concerts, an even more enhanced Fan Zone, and a program for the whole family. With prices starting at 49 euros, tickets remain fan- and family-friendly this year as well. Children and teens under 16 get free admission when accompanied by an adult. Three champions and strong new additionsIn a star-studded field of drivers representing eleven nations, the three DTM champions—Mirko Bortolotti (I/TGI Team by GRT) in a Lamborghini, Porsche driver Thomas Preining (Porsche 911 GT3 R Evo/Manthey), and Marco Wittmann (Fürth) in a BMW M4 GT3 Evo from Schubert Motorsport—are chasing another title. Wittmann’s teammate Kelvin van der Linde (ZA), the 2024 DTM runner-up, is aiming for his first championship title in his comeback season. The same goes for Mercedes-AMG driver Lucas Auer, who secured the runner-up title in 2025. His Mercedes-AMG teammate Maro Engel (Monaco) is celebrating an anniversary this year: The veteran is entering his tenth DTM season. Lamborghini Debut - Upgrades at Ferrari, Ford, and PorscheThe new Lamborghini Temerario GT3 is making its DTM debut this year. The new car succeeds the Huracán GT3 Evo 2 and will be fielded by Red Bull Team Abt and TGI Team by GRT. Ferrari, Ford, and Porsche will be competing with upgraded versions of their proven cars. New Pirelli Tire "Made in Germany" and synthetic FuelTire partner Pirelli has developed a new tire exclusively for the DTM this year. The slick tire is optimally tailored to the needs of DTM cars and is produced at Pirelli’s German plant in Breuberg, Hesse—one of the most modern of the group’s 18 production sites worldwide. All DTM cars are powered by “DTM Pro Climate,” a 100 percent sustainable fuel that reduces CO2 emissions. “The DTM is kicking off this year with a first-class field, and Pirelli’s new exclusive DTM tire is a key component in the series’ development. The quality of the drivers and teams is exceptional, and we can once again look forward to an exciting season,” says DTM Managing Director Thomas Voss. Top-tier racing series on the supporting programAn exciting supporting program awaits visitors at every DTM race weekend. In addition to the ADAC GT Masters and the ADAC GT4 Germany, the BMW M2 Cup is also a regular feature this year. The Porsche Sixt Carrera Cup Germany also has a permanent place on the DTM stage.
17.11.2025
The first tickets for the 2026 Nürburgring season are now available. Fans can already secure their seats for selected event highlights – and thus officially start looking forward to a new motorsport year. Even though the current season is only just coming to an end, preparations for 2026 are already in full swing. With the start of ticket sales, the stage is set for a year full of thrilling races, unique experiences and unforgettable moments at the Nürburgring. Whether traditional major events or popular crowd pullers: the first events are now available in the ticket shop, offering fans early planning security for the coming season. Secure your tickets now and start the countdown to 2026! ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring | Event ticket & VIP ADAC 24h Qualifiers | Event ticket & VIP BELMOT Oldtimer Grand Prix | Event ticket & VIP ADAC Truck Grand Prix | Event ticket & VIP Rock am Ring | VIP DTM | VIP & RACE&LUNCH
02.10.2025
The lights are green for advance ticket sales for 2026: As the 2025 DTM reaches its climax in Hockenheim (3rd to 5th October), tickets for the coming season go on sale. Tickets for the 2026 DTM still start as low as € 49 and are available in the online shop at dtm.com from 16:00 on Sunday 5th October. Those who act quickly enough will not only get their hands on the best seats for next year, but can also save up to 30 percent. The DTM is once again family friendly in 2026: under 16s go free at all circuits when accompanied by an adult. The start of advance ticket sales means fans can purchase tickets for seven of the eight race weekends, saving money not once, but twice. Anyone purchasing tickets by 16th October 2025 will receive a ten percent early booking discount on tickets in all categories. ADAC members benefit from an additional saving of ten percent, allowing them to save a mighty 30 percent on the price of tickets purchased on the day. Tickets for the race weekend at the Norisring will be available at a later date. At all eight events, visitors can look forward to an entertaining and varied programme, extending far beyond the thrilling action on the track: all ticket holders have free access to the paddock, the pit walk and the DTM Fan Zone. As weil as free admission, young fans can also look forward to a hast of activities across the event sites. "The DTM is booming. This year, more than half a million people flocked to the circuits to watch the races live," says ADAC Motorsport Director Thomas Voss. "The DTM offers visitors an accessible event that is outstanding value for money. With this in mind, we are sticking with□ur tried-and-tested ticket range, and are delighted to be able to keep the prices the same forthe coming season." 2026 sees the DTM kick □ff the new season in Austria for the first time. The opening round will take place at the Red Bull Ring from 24th to 26th April. The calendar features a total of 16 races spread across eight race weekends in Germany, the Netherlands and Austria. After the season opener in Styria, the season heads to Zandvoort on the North Sea coast of the Netherlands for its second event outside of Germany. In keeping with tradition, the Hockenheimring Baden Württemberg will hast the grand finale to the season. Other venues include the Dekra Lausitzring, the Norisring, Motorsport Arena Oschersleben, the Nürburgring, and the Sachsenring.
21.08.2025
The DTM will kick off the 2026 season against a spectacular mountain backdrop - for the first time, the two opening races will take place in Austria, as the Red Bull Ring hosts the season opener from 24th to 26th April. The calendar comprises eight race weekends with a total of 16 races in Germany, the Netherlands and Austria. In keeping with tradition, the venue for the finale of the DTM season will be the Hockenheimring Baden-Württemberg from 9th to 11th October. Tickets for the 2026 season will be available online at dtm.com from 5th October. After the season opener in the Austrian Alps, the teams and drivers head to the coast: the second race weekend takes place from 22nd to 24th May at Circuit Zandvoort, on the North Sea coast of the Netherlands. Germany welcomes the DTM for the first time from 19th to 21st June, when the DEKRA Lausitzring hosts two races. In July, Nuremberg is the stage for the fastest traffic in Germany: the Norisring (3rd to 5th July) draws the biggest crowds of the season and has for decades been one of the highlights on the DTM calendar. The series travels to Motorsport Arena Oschersleben at the height of the holiday season (24th to 26th July), before the Nürburgring (14th to 16th August) heralds the business end of the title race. The Sachsenring (11th to 13th September) will see the drivers jostle for position again, as they look to set up the best possible chance of winning the title at the traditional season finale in Hockenheim (9th to 11th October). "The opening round at the Red Bull Ring for the first time promises to be a spectacular start to the season. We are looking forward to kicking □ff a new season in Austria for the first time," says ADAC Motorsport Director Thomas Voss. "We were pleased to witness a significant increase in the number of visitors at all the races so far in 2025. That shows that the events areweil received and popular with the fans. We have slightly changed the order of the events, in order to make the 2026 season even more exciting." 2026 DTM calendar 24.04.-26.04.2026 Red Bull Ring presented by VKB-Bank 22.05.-24.05.2026 Circuit Zandvoort (NL) 19.06.-21.06.2026 Dekra Lausitzring 03.07.-05.07.2026 Norisring 24.07.-26.07.2026 Motorsport Arena Oschersleben 14.08.-16.08.2026 Nürburgring 11.09.-13.09.2026 Sachsenring 09.10.-11.10.2026 Hockenheimring Baden-Württemberg
10.08.2025
Jubilation at McLaren and Dörr Motorsport: Ben Dörr drove the fastest lap in the second qualifying session at the Nürburgring on Sunday morning with a time of 1:25.620 minutes. This secured the 20-year-old his first pole position for McLaren in the DTM and puts him in first place on the starting grid for the first time. “I'm lost for words! When I heard over the radio that I'd secured pole position, I was overjoyed. It's just wonderful to see the progress we're making as a team. Today is my father's birthday, so starting from the front of the grid is the perfect gift for him,” said a delighted Dörr. Lucas Auer (Mercedes-AMG Team Landgraf) finished second, just a tenth of a second behind, and therefore has a good chance of regaining the lead in the standings on Saturday. Gilles Magnus (Comtoyou Racing) also put in a strong performance in the Aston Martin Vantage GT3 and finished third. Fourth place went to Lamborghini driver Jordan Pepper. However, the South African from TGI Team Lamborghini by GRT will be set back five places on the grid for the race after receiving his third warning on Saturday. Jules Gounon (Mercedes-AMG Team Mann-Filter) finished qualifying in fifth place. Bright sunshine greeted the 24 drivers on Sunday morning for the second qualifying session at the Eifel circuit. With a cool 14 degrees Celsius, it took a long time for the Pirelli slicks to reach their optimum operating temperature and for fast laps to be possible. Magnus was the first driver to break the 1:26.000-minute mark with two and a half minutes remaining. Shortly afterwards, Dörr set a new fastest time. Then things got dramatic: Auer took the lead on the last lap, but just eight seconds later Dörr countered and secured the first pole position of his DTM career. Front-runner Jack Aitken disappointed with 16th place and will have a tough time defending his eight-point lead in the championship against Auer. Qualifying results, 10th race of the season, Nürburgring1. Ben Dörr (D/Dörr Motorsport), 1:25.620 minutes2. Lucas Auer (A/Mercedes-AMG Team Landgraf), +0.100 seconds3. Gilles Magnus (B/Comtoyou Racing), +0.131 seconds4. Jordan Pepper (ZA/TGI Team Lamborghini by GRT), +0.192 seconds5. Jules Gounon (F/Mercedes-AMG Team Mann-Filter), +0.244 seconds The complete results are available here.
10.08.2025
A perfect race and a milestone anniversary: René Rast (Bregenz/Schubert Motorsport) celebrated his 30th victory in his DTM career on Sunday at the Nürburgring after a composed performance. After 38 laps, the three-time champion crossed the finish line in first place with a lead of just under eight seconds. "I didn't expect such a dominant race. But I could already feel in the formation lap that the car felt very good. To have secured the 30th victory of my DTM career means an incredible amount to me. When I started my DTM career in 2017, such a number was unimaginable for me," said Rast, who was successful at the Eifel circuit for the fourth time. His teammate Marco Wittmann (Fürth) completed the one-two victory for Schubert Motorsport in the BMW M4 GT3 Evo. Lucas Auer (A/Mercedes-AMG Team Landgraf) regained the lead in the standings with third place ahead of Jack Aitken (GB/Emil Frey Racing), who finished 16th and failed to score points after contact with a competitor through no fault of his own. A total of 78,000 visitors enjoyed a fantastic motorsport weekend with thrilling races and three days of sunshine. Rast showed shortly after the start on Sunday afternoon that he had big plans for the tenth DTM race of the season. The 38-year-old made up three places and slotted into third behind pole-setter Ben Dörr (Butzbach/Dörr Motorsport) in the McLaren 720S GT3 Evo and Auer. After two more overtaking maneuvers, the BMW driver took the lead on lap six and pulled away from the field as the race progressed.Rast was the last driver to make his first mandatory pit stop and remained in the lead ahead of Auer. Teammate Wittmann moved up to third place after an early tire change. Gilles Magnus (B/Comtoyou Racing) in the Aston Martin Vantage GT3 and Ford Mustang driver Arjun Maini (IND/HRT Ford Performance) followed in fourth and fifth place. Rast was also quickly dispatched by his Team Schubert Motorsport crew during the second pit stop and returned to the 3.629-kilometer track with a comfortable lead. Wittmann was able to overtake Auer shortly afterwards, who lost a lot of time during the tire change, just like on Saturday. Behind the BMW duo and Auer, Maro Engel (Monaco/Mercedes-AMG Team Winward Racing) finished Sunday's race at the Nürburgring in fourth place with a tactically astute drive. Ayhancan Güven (TR/Manthey EMA) completed the top five in his Porsche 911 GT3 R after an uneventful race at his team's home event. Maini rewarded himself with sixth place in the Ford Mustang GT3 for another strong performance. Belgian driver Magnus celebrated his first top ten finish for himself and his team in seventh place. Pole-setter Dörr was unable to keep up with the pace at the front but still finished in the points in eighth place. Jordan Pepper (ZA/TGI Team Lamborghini by GRT) steered his Lamborghini Huracán GT3 Evo2 to ninth place and is now third in the overall standings. Thomas Preining (A) was unable to finish higher than tenth in the second Manthey EMA 911. Marco Wittmann: “After fifth place on Saturday, the podium is the perfect end to a strong weekend for us. Unfortunately, we didn't have the necessary speed in the first stint, so we decided to make an early first pit stop. The strategy paid off because it allowed me to make up a lot of positions.”Lucas Auer: “The two BMWs were on a different level. Second place might have been possible, but unfortunately our second pit stop didn’t go perfectly. Overall, it was an action-packed weekend. You can tell that the second half of the season has started and things are getting a bit rougher on the track.”
09.08.2025
Ferrari is unstoppable in qualifying for the DTM: Jack Aitken from Team Emil Frey Racing drove the fastest lap in the first qualifying session at the Nürburgring on Saturday morning with a time of 1:25.155 minutes, securing pole position for the second time this season. Teammate Thierry Vermeulen finished second, 0.044 seconds behind. This means that the Ferrari duo will start from the front row, just as they did at the Norisring. "I'm over the moon! The team set up my car perfectly for the track. In recent years, I've often been close to the podium at the Nürburgring, but it's never quite been enough. That makes pole position all the sweeter for me. I love this place; the atmosphere at the Nürburgring is always fantastic," said the Briton, who scored three points for pole position for the second time this season and climbed to second place in the standings. Vermeulen also praised the Emil Frey Racing team: "After the Norisring, to be on the front row with two cars at the Nürburgring is the result of an outstanding team performance. With such a close margin, you're naturally a little annoyed that it wasn't enough for pole position. But there's always a second qualifying session on Sunday." Luca Engstler (TGI Team Lamborghini by GRT) took third place in the Lamborghini Huracán GT3 Evo2. Alongside him, Ben Green will start the ninth race of the season in fourth place in the third Ferrari from Emil Frey Racing. Championship leader Lucas Auer (Mercedes-AMG Team Landgraf) steered his Mercedes-AMG GT3 into fifth place. With temperatures of 18 degrees Celsius, it took more than ten minutes in Saturday morning's qualifying session for the 24 drivers' Pirelli tires to reach the optimum temperature range. After that, the lead changed hands every second. Auer initially took the lead, but was soon overtaken by Engstler. With just under a minute and a half to go, Aitken set the fastest time on the 3.629-kilometer track before Vermeulen moved up to second place on his final lap. The gaps in the first qualifying session at the Nürburgring were extremely close, with the top five separated by just 0.121 seconds. Qualifying results, 9th race of the season, NürburgringJack Aitken (GB/Emil Frey Racing), 1:25.155 minutesThierry Vermeulen (NL/Emil Frey Racing), +0.046 secondsLuca Engstler (D/TGI Team Lamborghini by GRT), +0.057 secondsBen Green (GB/Emil Frey Racing), +0.116 secondsLucas Auer (A/Mercedes-AMG Team Landgraf), +0.121 seconds The full results are available here.
06.08.2025
When the DTM returns to the Eifel, a weekend full of motorsport highlights awaits you! Everything you need to know about the DTM from August 8–10, 2025, at a glance: TICKETS Tickets can be purchased here. OPEN BOX OFFICES Box office 1 Friday – Sunday Box office 11 Friday – Sunday Box office 11a Saturday – Sunday Box office 12 Saturday – Sunday Box office 15 Friday – Sunday Ticket office 26 Friday - Sunday info°center During normal opening Hours PROGRAM/SCHEDULE Click here for the complete race schedule. SUPPLEMENTARY PROGRAM Friday, August 8, 2025 4:30 p.m. Track safari (tickets can only be purchased through the ADAC Shop! Not available at the box office) 6:15 p.m. Show program 6:40 p.m. Event program Saturday, August 9, 2025 Car slalom in the Müllenbachschleife 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Paddock tour 10:35 a.m. Show program 11:55 a.m. Pit walk 11:55 a.m. Event program 12:50 p.m. Autograph session DTM Fanzone 2:30 p.m. Award ceremony 2:55 p.m. Show program 3:20 p.m. Autograph session PSCCD Paddock 4:30 p.m. Meet the Drivers 6:00 p.m. Peter Wackel live Sunday, August 10, 2025 Car slalom in the Müllenbachschleife 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Paddock tour 10:40 a.m. Show program 11:55 a.m. Pit walk 11:55 a.m. Event program 12:45 p.m. Autograph session DTM Fanzone 2:30 p.m. Award ceremony 3:00 p.m. Autograph session PSCCD Paddock PARKING Day visitors: A4, A5, B1-B5, C7-C8, D1-D3, D10, D11
