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100 years of the Nürburgring | September 27, 1925: The foundation stone for the Nürburgring was l...

The foundation stone for the Nürburgring was laid 100 years ago. In the beech forest near what would later become the start and finish line, this moment on September 27, 1925 marked a milestone for the “First German Mountain Race and Test Track” – and at the same time a symbolic event for the sustainable development of an entire region. What began as an emergency measure against unemployment is...
100 years of the Nürburgring | September 27, 1925: The foundation stone for the Nürburgring was laid 100 years ago

27.09.2025

The foundation stone for the Nürburgring was laid 100 years ago. In the beech forest near what would later become the start and finish line, this moment on September 27, 1925 marked a milestone for the “First German Mountain Race and Test Track” – and at the same time a symbolic event for the sustainable development of an entire region. What began as an emergency measure against unemployment is now a versatile event, leisure, and business location, an international flagship, and a central economic factor for an entire region. The foundation stone is still preserved near the historic paddock, 100 years after it was laid. Simple in design, featuring a racing car and the number 1925, it is considered the oldest relic of the Nürburgring and is also a symbol of the durability of the most demanding race track in the world. “The laying of the foundation stone was an important moment in a story that continues to this day. The Nürburgring is not only a crucial part of motorsport history and the development of the automobile, but also the heart and identity of the region,” explains Managing Director Christian Stephani. His fellow managing director, Ingo Böder, also sees the foundation stone as a message that extends into the present: “The fact that this stone has been preserved for 100 years is symbolic of the Nürburgring's enduring nature – despite all the challenges and changes that have affected this place over the course of a century.” The way for the laying of the foundation stone was paved by personalities such as Hans Weidenbrück from Bonn, who founded the Adenau Automobile Club in early 1925, thus providing the initial impetus for a racetrack on the roads around the Nürburg. However, the decisive driving force was Adenau District Administrator Dr. Otto Creutz, who developed the idea of a closed, permanent racetrack at an early stage. He promoted the project in Berlin with great dedication and recognized both the tourist and economic opportunities it offered. The Adenau district council had already decided on the construction in the spring of 1925, Gustav Eichler's engineering office was commissioned, and work began in the summer – a development that turned vision into reality in a remarkably short time. On the day the foundation stone was laid in 1925, more than 600 people were already working on the construction of the track, and by the end of the year there were around 2,000. Blasting, earthworks, and construction work dominated the scene, while politicians and sports officials set the course for a project that was to give the economically weak Eifel region a much-needed boost. The track did not yet have an official name at that time. It was not until October 30, 1925, that it was given the original name “Nürburg-Ring” – although the spelling without a hyphen was also found occasionally at that time, it was not until later that the common form “Nürburgring” became established. Today, the Nürburgring is more than just a race track. With hundreds of thousands of visitors every year, major motorsport and sporting events, festivals, and tourism offerings, it contributes significantly to the region's economic strength. In addition, it is an important testing and development center for the automotive and supplier industry, offers companies a wide range of B2B opportunities – from conferences and trade fairs to major events – and has a variety of indoor locations. The foundation stone from 1925 is not only a historical monument, but also a visible sign of how a vision became a lasting engine for development and identity throughout the region. Brief chronicle: From the idea to the Opening 1907 | First considerations for the construction of a race track after the Kaiserpreis race in the Taunus. 1922 | The first Eifel race is held near Nideggen. During one of the editions of the Eifelrundfahrt, the idea arises to also hold races in the Adenau district. January 31, 1925 | 31. The Adenau Automobile Club is founded by Hans Weidenbrück from Bonn, who proposes a racetrack on the roads around the Nürburg. District Administrator Dr. Otto Creutz develops the idea into a closed, permanent race track. The Adenau district council approves the construction, and Berlin recognizes the project as an emergency measure shortly thereafter. June 13, 1925 | The engineering firm Gustav Eichler from Ravensburg takes over construction management. July 1925 | Major construction work begins, with up to 2,300 workers employed at times. September 27, 1925 | Foundation stone laid by Dr. Johannes Fuchs, President of the Rhine Province. October 30, 1925 | Introduction of the name “Nürburgring” (originally “Nürburg-Ring”). June 18/19, 1927 | Official opening with the Eifel Race. Rudolf Caracciola wins in a Mercedes-Benz. ℹ️ The Nürburgring was opened in 1927. As we approach our big anniversary year, we are looking back on various milestones in our long history with #Roadto100!

Rock am Ring 2026 with Iron Maiden, Volbeat, Linkin Park, and more

23.09.2025

Advance ticket sales for Rock am Ring 2026 are breaking all records: over 70,000 weekend tickets have already been sold – earlier than ever before. This is a strong signal of the huge anticipation and enthusiasm among Ring fans. Buoyed by this euphoria, Rock am Ring is today announcing further top-class acts. Iron Maiden will be performing at Rock am Ring and Rock im Park in 2026 – these are the only German festivals that the metal icons will be playing next year. More than a decade after their last appearance at the Nürburgring, they are returning to one of Europe's most important festival stages. With their globally acclaimed “Run For Your Lives” tour, the band promises an epic live experience – a long-awaited moment for the audience at the racetrack. Another highlight in the line-up: Volbeat will play their only German shows in 2026 at Rock am Ring and Rock im Park – a special moment for their huge fan base. Their current album went straight to number one in the German charts, and their arena tour announced for December 2025 sold out completely within a few hours – a clear sign of the band's momentum. Already confirmed as headliners since the last edition, Linkin Park are at the top of the upcoming line-up, marking a new chapter in the festival's history. Limp Bizkit will also be among the biggest names on stage at the twin festivals in 2026. As one of the most influential nu metal bands ever, they will bring their explosive live show and unmistakable mix of crossover sound and attitude to Rock am Ring and Rock im Park. Also joining the lineup is Papa Roach—a fixture in the alternative rock cosmos and known for their energetic performances. Adding to the excitement is Bad Omens, currently one of the most exciting new bands in modern metalcore, who will be performing at a top slot on the Mandora Stage. Electric Callboy, who have long enjoyed cult status with their mix of metalcore and humor, will present their biggest festival show to date exclusively at Rock am Ring and Rock im Park 2026. Sabaton will also bring their spectacular live performances, while The Offspring will provide both nostalgia and a state of emergency with a whole arsenal of punk rock classics. International stars, scene favorites, and crowd pullers add extra depth and power to the first wave of bands – including Babymetal, who are redefining metal with J-pop influences, Within Temptation with their epic soundscapes between symphonic and alternative, and Marteria, one of the most influential German live acts of recent years. Also confirmed: A Perfect Circle, Architects, Hollywood Undead, Ice Nine Kills, Landmvrks, Social Distortion, Three Days Grace, and Trivium. “The response to Rock am Ring 2026 has been simply overwhelming,” says Matt Schwarz, CEO of PRK DreamHaus and organizer of Rock am Ring and Rock im Park. “Over 70,000 festival tickets sold in September – that's unprecedented. We are infinitely grateful to the fans for their trust and are delighted to offer them a festival that will be remembered with this line-up.” ➡️ Tickets are available here. There will be no day tickets for Rock am Ring 2026. Lineup A-Z: A Perfect Circle Architects Babymetal Bad Omens Electric CallboyHollywood Undead Ice Nine Kills Iron Maiden Landmvrks Limp BizkitLinkin Park Marteria Papa Roach Sabaton Social DistortionThe Offspring Three Days Grace Trivium Volbeat Within Temptation Source: Rock am Ring 2025

3,000 visitors celebrate Carolin Kebekus – Bülent Ceylan is coming in 2027

22.09.2025

At the end, there was a standing ovation in the ring°arena: 3,000 visitors celebrated Carolin Kebekus' performance, who brought her “Shesus” tour to a fitting finale at the Nürburgring. At the same time, the evening marked the start of a varied indoor program in the coming months. While Kebekus provided emotional highlights with her stage program, the focus is already on the future: with Bülent Ceylan, advance ticket sales for another big comedian at the Nürburgring have already started, and a diverse program of sports, shows, and entertainment awaits in the coming months. Kebekus thrilled the audience in the ring°arena with her program “Shesus” for around two and a half hours. In the interior and on the stands of the diverse and weather-independent indoor location, guests watched a show that was both entertaining and thought-provoking. Kebekus covered everything from personal experiences of pregnancy and motherhood to a pointed examination of religion and the church. With her unmistakable mix of wit, charm, and clear stance, she not only provoked loud laughter but also moments of reflection. Once again, the ring°arena proved to be an atmospheric stage for live events. Bülent Ceylan comes to the Nürburgring in the anniversary yearAfter an evening in front of a full house at the ring°arena, advance ticket sales for another big comedian have already begun. On June 12, 2027—just six days before the 100th anniversary of the Nürburgring—Bülent Ceylan will bring his new program “DIKTATÜRK” to the Bitburger Event Center. In it, he takes aim at the small and large “dictators” of everyday life with his usual biting humor – from social constraints to absurd rules – and serves up a mixture of satire, irony, and his unmistakable stage energy. Tickets are available from Eventim starting at 46 euros. A variety of indoor events await in the coming weeksIn the coming weeks and months, the Nürburgring will be offering a diverse indoor program. On October 26, the Nürburgring Family Day will take place at the ring°boulevard – with mascot Legend, colorful program items, and free admission. A few weeks later, on November 7 and 8, the job fair will open its doors and showcase the many exciting employers and career opportunities the region has to offer. Comedy fans will get their money's worth on November 15 at the Bitburger Event Center, when NightWash Live provides top-notch entertainment (tickets from €32). There will be plenty of sporting action at the ring°arena: the Rhineland-Palatinate Cheerleading Championships on November 22 and the German Championships in Carnival Guard Dance on December 6 and 7 will round off 2025. And the new year will get off to a flying start: From January 9 to 11, 2026, the international karate tournament Rhein Shiai will attract around 1,000 participants from all over the world, before the West Regional Cheerleading Championships and the SC Regionals & STAGE Events West take place on January 24 and 25 – with over 2,000 athletes in one weekend. Already on presale for 2027: June 12, 2027 | Bülent Ceylan “DIKTATÜRK” Bitburger Event Center | Tickets are available from €46. Upcoming indoor events: October 26, 2025 | Nürburgring Family Day ring°boulevard | Free Admission Mascot Legend invites you to the Nürburgring Family Day again this year. November 7 & 8, 2025 | Job Fair powered by Nürburgring ring°arena | Free Admission Nürburgring is more than just motorsports – the region around the Ring offers a variety of strong employers, diverse jobs, and exciting career opportunities.  November 15, 2025 | NightWash Live Bitburger Event Center | Tickets are available from €32. The well-known stand-up comedy format is coming back to the Nürburgring. November 22, 2025 | Rhineland-Palatinate Cheerleading State Championship ring°arena | Advance ticket sales start soon The best cheerleading groups in Rhineland-Palatinate compete to qualify for the West Regional Championship. December 6 & 7, 2025 | German Carnival Guard Dance Championship ring°arena | Tickets are available from €35. Germany's best dancers in carnival guard dance will compete against each other in exciting competitions. January 9–11, 2026 | International Rhine Shiai ring°arena | Advance ticket sales start soon. The world's largest round-robin karate tournament attracts around 1,000 competitors from 19 countries every year. January 24, 2026 | Cheerleading Regional Championship West ring°arena | Advance ticket sales start soon Follow-up championship to the top competition series, in which over 2,000 athletes from western Germany compete. January 25, 2026 | Cheerleading SC Regionals & STAGE Events West ring°arena | Advance ticket sales start soon Two championships in one day for national cheerleading teams as well as beginner, recreational, game day, and show teams.

The Nürburgring highlights in September: Comedy with Kebekus, NLS double-header and the 1000 km race

01.09.2025

September beckons with thrilling action on the track and top-class entertainment off the asphalt at the Nürburgring. Fans can look forward to two-wheeled action from the IDM motorcycles, smoking tyres at the Nürburgring Drift Cup and the special Nordschleife atmosphere at several endurance races. In the ring°arena, comedy fans can exercise their laugh muscles with Carolin Kebekus, and younger visitors can be enchanted by the Disney Channel interactive cinema. The events in detail: IDM – Int. German Motorcycle Championship | 5 to 7 September 2025Germany's most talented motorcyclists at the Nürburgring: from 5 to 7 September, the two-wheeled pilots will battle it out on the approximately 3.6-kilometre-long sprint track. At the International German Motorcycle Championship (IDM), fans can watch exciting races in various classes. And best of all, tickets grant access to all open grandstands and the paddock. Here, visitors can get a taste of the pit lane atmosphere and watch the teams prepare up close. Prices are fair and family-friendly: day tickets cost between €5 and €25, and children up to and including the age of 14 enjoy free admission. Nürburgring Drift Cup | 6 to 7 September 2025Sideways is more: The next round of the Nürburgring Drift Cup on 6 and 7 September in the Müllenbachschleife will take place parallel to the IDM. The drivers will prove who has the best vehicle control in spectacular door-to-door duels in their vehicles with up to 1,000 hp. At the end, judges will decide who advances to the next round. Entertaining fun for drift fans of all ages. Day tickets cost €20, and weekend tickets are available for €35. ADAC Nürburgring Endurance Series | 13 & 14 September and 27 September 2025One weekend, two races and 25 kilometres of the Green Hell: that's the double-header of the Nürburgring Endurance Series. The ingredients for an exciting motorsport weekend: more than 100 vehicles compete in four-hour races – one on Saturday and one on Sunday. Lightning-fast GT cars share the most demanding track in the world with production-based racing cars. Spectators can get up close with their ticket (€25). The paddock, pit walk and starting grid can be visited before visitors experience the action from the grandstands and the Nordschleife. VIP tickets (€239) include lounge access, catering, expert guides and other amenities. The next race is scheduled for 14 days after the doubleheader – a classic NLS race on Saturday. Disney Channel Mitmach-Kino | 13 & 14 September 2025Mickey Mouse will once again delight young visitors to the Nürburgring. At the "Disney Channel Mitmach-Kino" on 13 and 14 September, children aged two to seven can sing along, dance, clap and solve puzzles for an hour. On the big screen, Mickey Mouse will be the animated host of a colourful programme. Episodes of popular series such as ‘Bluey,’ ‘Disney Junior Arielle’ and ‘Marvel Iron Man and his Fantastic Friends’ will also be shown. Carolin Kebekus – SHESUS | 20 September 2025Carolin Kebekus brings laughter to the ring°arena: on 20 September, one of Germany's best-known comedians comes to the Nürburgring. In the atmospheric arena on the ring°boulevard, Carolin Kebekus will perform her successful programme ‘SHESUS’ live for the very last time. So if you want to experience Kebekus' popular barrage of punchlines, razor-sharp observations and incomparable humour, don't miss this highlight. Tickets are available from €44.85. ADAC 1000 km Race | 20–21 September 2025The 1000 km Race – a guarantee for legendary racing action at the Nürburgring for decades. For some time now, it has been held as an exciting revival of historic racing cars. In the spectacular main race on Saturday, around 100 racing cars compete in a seven-hour marathon on a combination of the Nordschleife and Grand Prix circuit. Fans can look forward to spectacular touring and GT cars – many from the 1960s to 1980s. New this year is the extensive weekend programme of events. On Saturday and Sunday, there will be various other races featuring racing legends. Events at the Nürburgring – September 2025: 05. – 07.09.    IDM – Int. Deutsche Motorradmeisterschaft 06. – 07.09.     Nürburgring Drift Cup 06.09.         RCN & GLP 13. – 14.09.     ADAC Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie – Race 7 & 8 13. – 14.09.     Disney Channel Mitmach-Kino 20.09.         Carolin Kebekus – SHESUS 20. – 21.09.     ADAC 1000km-Race 27.09.         ADAC Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie – Race 9 28.09.         RCN & GLP

100 years of the Nürburgring | August 13, 1925: Approval for construction of the Nordschleife

13.08.2025

Exactly 100 years ago today – on August 13, 1925 – the construction of the Nürburgring was granted official status as a “major emergency project” by the Ministry of Welfare. This decision marked the decisive starting point for one of the most extraordinary infrastructure projects of the interwar period – and the beginning of a success story that continues to shape motorsport fans and the Eifel region to this day. The contracts with the four construction companies that built the track, which was over 28 kilometers long at the time, within two years were signed the very next day. The work began with a tremendous effort: up to 2,300 people were employed at the same time, most of them previously unemployed in the region. For many, the construction of the Nürburgring was not only a source of income in difficult times, but also a chance to be part of something lasting – a race track that soon gained worldwide renown. August 13, 1925, thus marks not only a historic milestone for motorsport, but also an economic turning point for the entire Eifel region. The vision of those responsible and the energy of countless workers created a venue that remains a magnet for racing enthusiasts and a driving force for tourism, business, and culture to this day. ℹ️ The Nürburgring was opened in 1927. On the #Roadto100, we are looking back at various milestones in our long history as we approach our big anniversary year!

Dacia thrills visitors with event at Nürburgring Offroad Park

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!

May highlights at the Nürburgring

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

Thousands expected for ‘Anlassen’ on 27 April

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.

All information about Good Friday at the Nürburgring

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)