23.06.2026
Midsummer in the Eifel, time for the next highlights on and off the Nürburgring: In July, the 40th anniversary of the racing giants of the Truck Grand Prix (July 10–12) and the premiere of the 12H Nürburgring on the Grand Prix circuit (July 03–05) await, before cyclists traditionally conquer the Green Hell at Rad am Ring (July 24–26) at the end of the month. In addition, fans can look forward to smoking tires and flying darts in July. These are the Nürburgring highlights in July: International Shell ADAC Truck Grand Prix | July 10 to 12, 2026 Since 1986, a very special event has made the Nürburgring tremble once a year—with truck racing, country atmosphere and countless cheerful and peaceful long-distance drivers. The International Shell ADAC Truck Grand Prix is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. In addition to the thrilling and traditionally contact-heavy position battles of the multi-ton race trucks, a large supporting program awaits, featuring an industrial exhibition, a country and party festival, and many other program points. Country legends such as Tom Astor and Truck Stop are just as much a part of it as the impressive fireworks late on Saturday evening. Day tickets for this cult event start at 32.00 euros. Those who want to experience the Truck Grand Prix from its exclusive side can opt for VIP tickets in the Coca-Cola business°lounge starting at 360.00 euros. MICHELIN 12H Nürburgring & DLMM | July 03 to 05, 2026 For the first time, the well-known GT and touring car series will stop at the Nürburgring. The series also runs on numerous racetracks across Europe and in the Emirates. At the premiere of the “Michelin 12H Nürburgring,” an exciting “split race” will take place on the 5.148-kilometer Grand Prix circuit. This means: the twelve-hour race is divided into two 6-hour sections on Saturday and Sunday. The starting field ranges from GT3 and GT4 cars to touring cars from premium brands such as Audi, Porsche, Mercedes-AMG, Lamborghini, and Ferrari. Tickets are available from 10.00 euros. VIP offers including box seats and exclusive catering can be booked from 320.00 euros. Parallel to the roar of the engines on the Grand Prix circuit, darts will be flying on the ring°boulevard on the first July weekend. The “German League Team Championships (DLMM)” will be held at the Nürburgring for the third time, transforming the 3,500-square-meter indoor area into a madhouse of electronic darts. As the largest e-darts tournament in Europe, the event is breaking records: more than 500 teams and 4,000 active players will compete on over 250 machines simultaneously for the coveted championship titles. A great spectacle—even for outsiders. In this sense: “Onehundredandeighty!“. Rad am Ring | July 24 to 26, 2026 After the cycling highlight set a record last year with 11,948 participants, “Rad am Ring” is once again set in 2026 to firmly place the Green Hell in the hands of cyclists. The range of disciplines leaves nothing to be desired: from the legendary 24-hour race to amateur races, touring rides, the German Cycling Bundesliga, and a challenging 22-kilometer time trial, to the Kids Race and the dusty gravel race—everything is on offer. The sporting weekend is complemented by a large expo in the Grand Prix paddock, offering everything related to two-wheel mobility. Nürburgring Drift Cup | July 31 to August 02, 2026 At the turn of the month from July to August, the Nürburgring Drift Cup invites participants to the next round. Europe’s elite drifters will take on the demanding track as well as the critical eyes of the judges. After free practice on Friday and qualifying on Saturday, the weekend culminates in the spectacular “twin battles” on Sunday. When two cars with up to 1,000 hp fly through the corners bumper to bumper in direct duels, nuances decide whether they advance or face an early exit. Day tickets are available from 25.00 euros. The Nürburgring highlights in July 2026: July 03 – 05: MICHELIN 12H Nürburgring July 03 – 05: DLMM (ring°boulevard) July 10 – 12: Int. Shell ADAC Truck Grand Prix July 18: RCN (Nordschleife) July 24 – 26: Rad am Ring July 31 – August 02: Nürburgring Drift Cup
22.06.2026
On June 8, 2026 the a Xiaomi YU7 GT — the high-performance SUV from Xiaomi EV, equipped with the Track Package — completed the full 20.8-kilometer Nürburgring Nordschleife circuit in 10:29.483. Operating fully without a driver on board, the vehicle autonomously navigated all 73 corners of the Nordschleife, managed an elevation change of approximately 300 meters, and adapted to the circuit's complex and variable surface conditions. This marks the first time in the history of the Nürburgring Nordschleife that a fully autonomous vehicle has completed an officially timed lap. All record drives and further information Onboard through the Green HellThe record lap of the Xiaomi YU7 GT with Track Package 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.
20.06.2026
The sixth race of the ADAC RAVENOL Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie ended with a true photo finish. In perfect weather and midsummer temperatures that pushed both drivers and machinery to their limits, Nico Menzel and Sven Müller celebrated a historic victory after 4:09:46.280 hours in the new Dunlop-Porsche 911 GT3 R. At the 1. ADAC Eifel-Trophy, the duo crossed the finish line with a lead of just 0.319 seconds. For Menzel, it was the fifth win of his NLS career, while Müller recorded his seventh overall victory. After 27 laps, the duo narrowly defeated Jens Klingmann and Robin Frijns in the BMW M4 GT3 EVO from Schubert Motorsport. Third place went to the Pro-Am crew of 48 LOSCH Motorsport by BLACK FALCON: Patrick Assenheimer, Tobias Müller and Dylan Pereira guided their Porsche 911 GT3 R EVO to the remaining podium position after a faultless team performance. In qualifying, Christian Krognes and Mateo Villagomez initially demonstrated their potential in the Aston Martin Vantage GT3 EVO from Walkenhorst Motorsport. With a lap time of 7:54.452 minutes, Krognes secured pole position for the team. The Norwegian maintained the lead at the start and entered the first corner in first place. However, as the race progressed, the Aston Martin lost ground during the first pit stop phase and had to let the leading group pull away. In the very last lap, the Walkenhorst team lost another position when Adam Christodoulou, Jake Hill and Kyle Tilley in the Mercedes-AMG GT3 from PROsport racing overtook them in the final sprint to secure fourth place. For the pole setters, fifth place overall was the final result. Strategic undercut and late drama on track The battle for overall victory was largely influenced by pit strategy in the first third of the race. While most of the top cars stayed out until lap seven, the Dunlop-Porsche 911 GT3 R and the Schubert-BMW pitted already at the end of lap six. Thanks to this early stop, the duo moved to the front of the field, where Menzel took the lead on lap twelve. The Porsche 911 GT3 R from Falken Motorsports, driven by Klaus Bachler and Tim Heinemann, was also on course for a podium finish for a long time. However, a left-rear tire failure on lap 21 forced the team to retire the car prematurely, allowing Black Falcon to move into third place. In the closing laps, Klingmann in the BMW M4 GT3 EVO closed the gap significantly to the leading Porsche due to heavy traffic and a late Code 60 phase. Nevertheless, Müller kept his composure in traffic and defended the lead all the way to the finish line. Relief after hard work in the cockpits After crossing the finish line, the intense tension of the final laps was clearly visible on the drivers’ faces. Müller, visibly emotional about the close finish, explained: “I don’t think it could have been any closer. We didn’t expect it to get that tight at the end.” His teammate Menzel added with relief: “No fingernails left! My heart nearly sank when another Code 60 came out on the last lap.” At the second-placed Schubert Motorsport team, Klingmann still drew a positive conclusion despite narrowly missing victory: “It was definitely fun. There was a lot going on out there and it was pretty messy. But in the end, it’s P2. I think we can still be satisfied.” Commenting on the extreme temperatures, Pereira added: “It was a hot race, but we fought through it. In the end, we finish P3 overall and P1 in Pro-Am. We’re happy!” Raphael Rennhofer named Driver of the Race In the Cup-2 class of the Porsche Endurance Trophy Nürburgring, Raphael Rennhofer attracted attention. At the wheel of the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup with starting number 902 from LIQUI MOLY by BLACK FALCON, the young driver delivered a strong performance in the highly competitive one-make cup. As a result, ILN, race control and the track commentators jointly named him “Driver of the Race.” Rennhofer, who finished second in class alongside Ryan Harrison and Leon Wassertheurer, commented enthusiastically: “Yes, that’s super cool! I was very satisfied with my own performance and felt like this was my best race on the Nordschleife so far. The fact that the officials noticed that makes me proud.” Meanwhile, class victory in Cup-2 went to Nico Bastian and Martin Rump in the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup from Mühlner Motorsport. Thriller decided by seconds in the BMW M240i Racing Cup and shift at the top of the standings In addition to the GT3 cars at the top of the overall classification, the BMW M240i Racing Cup class delivered excitement right up to the finish line. In a nail-biting finish, Sven Markert, Edoardo Bugane, Tim Lukas Müller and Yannick Fübrich claimed victory in car number 651 for Adrenalin Motorsport Team Mainhattan Wheels. After more than four hours of hard racing on the Nordschleife, the class winners were separated from their closest rivals by just 1.028 seconds at the finish. Aiden Mulready, Joshua Hislop and James Breakell mounted a fierce charge in car number 667 but, after 23 completed laps, had to concede defeat to the well-drilled Adrenalin quartet by the narrowest of margins in the final sprint. This dramatic outcome had an immediate impact on the championship at the start of the second half of the season: before the race weekend, Bugane, Fübrich and Markert were tied on points with the Smyrlis duo Oskar Sandberg and Alexander Fielenbach at the top of the standings. While the Adrenalin team secured maximum points with their class win and moved into sole championship lead with 60 points, their rivals experienced drama. After an accident in the Schwalbenschwanz section, Sandberg was forced to retire the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 CS. Focus on young talent Parallel to the action in the Green Hell, young motorsport talents competed in the second event of the NLS Youth Kart Slalom Championship 2026 in the historic paddock. Across six different age categories, the young drivers delivered clean and millimeter-precise duels decided by tenths of a second. At the end of an intense race weekend, Leonie Heiermann (K1 / MSC Altenbach), Luise Schwarz (K2 / MSC Adenau), Jeremy Port (K3 / MSC Piesbach), Leo Pawelczyk (K4 / MSC Losheim), Tim Schneider (K5 / AMC Hellertal) and Francis Rittinger (K6 / OC Lahnstein) secured the coveted class victories. On August 1, the XXL-distance race is on the schedule. The KW 6h ADAC Ruhr-Pokal-Rennen is the highlight of the ADAC RAVENOL Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie season.
19.06.2026
The Nürburgring was officially opened on June 18, 1927. With the unveiling of the official “100 Years of the Nürburgring” logo, the legendary racetrack is now kicking off the build-up to its 2027 anniversary year. At the same time, the Nürburgring is offering a first glimpse of a special weekend for fans, families, and friends of the Green Hell: On June 19 and 20 in 2027, the Nürburgring invites everyone to the grand anniversary weekend “100 Years of the Nürburgring – The Fan Event.” The anniversary logo draws on the design and color scheme of the historic Nürburgring logo from the early years of the legendary racetrack, thus bridging the gap back to the time when one of the world’s most famous racetracks was opened. Beneath the striking “100”—whose design is based on the Nürburgring’s current corporate typeface—is the phrase “hearts racing since 1927.” This ties the anniversary logo to the slogan “nürburgring. we make your heart race.,” which the Nürburgring uses in its current communications. “The overall design of the anniversary logo deliberately bridges the gap from the year of its opening to the present, thus connecting a full century of the Nürburgring,” explains Alexander Gerhard, Head of Communications at the Nürburgring. “For us, 100 years of the Nürburgring are far more than just historical black-and-white photographs. They represent ten decades full of spine-tingling moments, great successes, moving stories, and countless memories. Generations of people have experienced and shaped this place, writing their own personal stories with the Nürburgring. It is precisely this connection between tradition and the present that we want to convey through this logo in the coming months.” The anniversary logo will now feature in all communications surrounding the 100th anniversary and will also be used in the stories and content that will gradually build up to the anniversary. Date for the Centennial Anniversary CelebrationAlong with the official unveiling of the logo, the Nürburgring is offering a first glimpse of the anniversary weekend “100 Years of the Nürburgring – The Fan Event.” Motorsports fans, people from the region, friends of the Nürburgring, and families can already mark June 19 and 20, 2027, on their calendars to celebrate this major anniversary together that weekend. Admission to the fan event will be free for all visitors. The two managing directors of the Nürburgring are also looking forward to the anniversary weekend with great anticipation: “The Nürburgring’s 100th anniversary is a special occasion that we want to celebrate together with the people who have shaped and been part of this place for generations. The Nürburgring belongs to the region, to the fans, and to the many people who have created countless memories here. That’s why this anniversary should be a celebration for everyone,” says Christian Stephani.His colleague Ingo Böder adds: “We look back with great pride on the history of this legendary racetrack. For a century, it has been a source of excitement and unique moments. At the same time, today it is far more than just a racetrack. It is a versatile event venue, an employer, an economic driver, and home to an extraordinary community. Being part of this history and writing the next chapters together with visitors from all over the world is simply wonderful.” In the run-up to the anniversary, additional event highlights will be unveiled gradually. The plans include activities on and around the legendary Nürburgring track, featuring a colorful program and a wide range of offerings in the paddock and on the ring°boulevard. Visitors can look forward to a weekend that brings the history, present, and future of the Nürburgring to life. ➡️ You can find more information here.
18.06.2026
The ADAC RAVENOL Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie enters the second half of the season. This coming Saturday (June 20), the 1st ADAC Eifel Trophy is on the schedule at the legendary Nordschleife. A look at the provisional entry list promises a diverse field ranging from international top drivers and ambitious newcomers to a strong GT3 presence. Tickets are available from €25 at VLN.de/tickets. Children up to the age of 14 receive free admission. From Le Mans straight to the Grüne Hölle: Kobayashi and Frijns go on the attackJust one week after his overall victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, Kamui Kobayashi switches directly from the Sarthe to the Nordschleife. True to the motto “Business first, pleasure second,” the Japanese star driver takes on the challenge in the Eifel. Kobayashi will pilot the No. 47 Mercedes-AMG GT3 for KCMG in the SP9 PRO class. “Le Mans and the Grüne Hölle are two completely different challenges. After the fantastic victory, I’m now looking forward to returning with KCMG after a great experience at NLS3,” says Kobayashi. “My goal is to continue improving on the Nordschleife in a GT3 car. This is another great opportunity to continue my learning process on this legendary racetrack. With an all-Japanese driver lineup, we are confident that we can enjoy a successful race day.” In Le Mans, Robin Frijns had to settle for second place behind winner Kobayashi. In the Grüne Hölle, however, a rematch now awaits. The Dutchman will drive the BMW M4 GT3 entered by Schubert Motorsport. Nordschleife debuts for Scott Speed and Tim TramnitzIn addition to Kobayashi, several other well-known drivers will enrich the field and make their NLS debuts. Former Formula 1 and NASCAR driver Scott Speed will compete for Mühlner Motorsport in the No. 999 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 CS in the CUP3 class. Also making his debut is Tim Tramnitz. The young German driver, who competed successfully in the FIA Formula 3 Championship over the past two years and was a member of the Red Bull Racing junior program, became a BMW works driver this year. He will pilot the No. 651 BMW M240i Racing Cup for Adrenalin Motorsport Team Mainhattan Wheels with the goal of completing the laps required for his Nordschleife permit. “For me as a German driver, making my NLS debut is simply a huge thing,” says Tramnitz. “Completing the permit process together with BMW and hopefully competing in GT3 soon is an absolute childhood dream. Every German motorsport enthusiast associates racing with the Nordschleife, so I’m really looking forward to it. In the long term, the goal is crystal clear: one day to fight for victory in a GT3 car at the 24-hour race at the Nürburgring.” A full GT3 field: New cars and an AT premiere for équipe vitesseEven after the 24-hour race, the top class remains strongly represented, with around 20 GT3 cars expected to line up on Saturday. Particularly noticeable is the increase in new entries in the AM and alternative-fuel classes. Among the new entries are the No. 6 Audi R8 driven by Pierre Lemmerz and Alexander Kroker (SP9 AM), as well as the No. 11 Audi R8 LMS GT3 entered by Max Kruse Racing in the AT 1 class. Also new to AT 1 is the second Audi R8 LMS GT3 fielded by équipe vitesse, carrying the No. 18. The team is expanding its program and will run this GT3 machine on environmentally friendly Racing eFuel 98 E10. Experienced racing driver Carrie Schreiner will share the cockpit with Andreas Ziegler and Roland Froese. Team principal Jil Herbst emphasizes: “The use of synthetic fuels for the future of motorsport is very important to us. We are delighted to have secured this high-caliber driver lineup, which has emerged from long-standing relationships and our shared commitment to promoting women in motorsport.” The team’s well-known sister car, carrying the No. 50, will compete as usual in the SP9 AM class. A renewed attempt: Mario Fuchs returns to the challengeMario Fuchs is set to make his second attempt in the NLS after his debut last year ended prematurely due to a technical failure. Together with Eugen Weber and Axel Duffner, he will field the No. 333 Mitsubishi Lancer CT9A in the SP3T class, the same car with which he recently won the RCN race held as part of the 24-hour race weekend. Fuchs is optimistic ahead of the upcoming race weekend:“The start had actually been planned for quite some time, but scheduling conflicts, preparations for the 24h race, and the special technical supplementary regulations meant that it only worked out now. Our Mitsubishi requires an enormous amount of maintenance, which unfortunately makes a full season financially impossible. But the fantastic spectator atmosphere, the many fan inquiries, and the excellent organization of the NLS really drew us in. In addition, Eugen Weber and Axel Duffner put enormous pressure on us to finally make this project happen. We’re absolutely thrilled and hope for a long and successful race.” A varied support program around the RingThe race weekend also offers a diverse program away from the Nordschleife. In the Historic Paddock, the second round of the NLS Youth Kart Championship 2026 will begin at 10:00 a.m., where young drivers will weave through the cones in electric karts. At the same time, participants in the ADAC Slalom Youngster Cup (ADAC Mittelrhein) will demonstrate their precision driving skills on the helipad in the paddock area. In the area of the former Südschleife, the ADAC Clubsport Rallyesprint Cup Region Mitte will host rounds three and four of its championship. Young motorsport talents will tackle a spectacular special stage on mixed surfaces while working together in close team cooperation. But motorsport is not the only attraction: the “STAGE National Championships” in cheerleading will take place simultaneously in the ring°arena. Tickets for the race weekend cost €25 (children up to 14 years of age are admitted free of charge) and are available at VLN.de/tickets as well as at the ticket offices on site. The ticket includes access to the open grandstands at the Grand Prix circuit, the spectator areas at Brünnchen and Pflanzgarten, as well as the paddock, pit lane, and starting grid. Qualifying to determine the starting positions will take place on Saturday morning from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Afterwards, fans will have the opportunity to experience the cars and drivers up close during the Pitwalk in the pit lane from 10:20 a.m. and the subsequent Gridwalk on the starting grid from 11:10 a.m. The four-hour endurance race will start promptly at 12:00 noon. Those unable to witness the spectacle in person can tune into the official livestream on VLN.de from 8:15 a.m. or follow the action via “Radio Nürburgring” on rpr1.de and in the RPR1 app.
12.06.2026
The Abt team, which finished second in the 2026 ADAC RAVENOL 24 Hours of Nürburgring, has been retroactively disqualified due to a technical violation. This decision was made by the race stewards at a meeting on June 12, 2026. The following cars move up in the standings, so that behind the winning Mercedes-AMG Team RAVENOL with Maro Engel / Luca Stolz / Fabian Schiller / Maxime Martin (Mercedes-AMG GT3), the Aston Martin Vantage AMR GT3 EVO from Walkenhorst Motorsport with Christian Krognes / Mattia Drudi / Nicki Thiim now follows. New in 3rd place: Rowe Racing with Daniel Harper / Max Hesse / Sheldon van der Linde / Dries Vanthoor (BMW M4 GT3 EVO). During a technical post-race inspection, the #84 Lamborghini (driven by Luca Engstler / Mirko Bortolotti / Patric Niederhauser) was found to have excessive power output. This was outside the tolerance range prescribed by the Balance of Performance (BoP). In total, six GT3 vehicles in the SP9 class were inspected in the days following the race as part of a routine post-race inspection. The inspections of the other five vehicles—from Aston Martin, BMW, Ford, Mercedes-AMG, and Porsche—including tests on a dynamometer to measure power output, revealed no issues. Since the Abt team has decided not to appeal, the results of the 54th edition of the ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring are now final and can be viewed at www.24h-rennen.de.
11.06.2026
Less than a week removed from the halfway point of the Michelin 24H SERIES European Series at Paul Ricard in France, drivers and teams are already making early preparations for the penultimate race of the 2026 season – the hotly anticipated Michelin 12H NÜRBURGRING. Round four of the championship across the weekend 3/4/5 July will not only mark the welcome return of the Creventic organised category to Germany for the first time since 2022, the event will actually be the maiden visit of the Michelin 24H SERIES to the renowned Nürburgring GP track. Leading the headline GT3 class going into round four is local squad GetSpeed Team PCX Racing, the Mercedes-AMG outfit holding a six-point advantage at the top of the table. It will also enter the sister GetSpeed Team JR286 car which is second in the GT3-AM class title battle. The upcoming event couldn’t be any more of a ‘home’ race meeting for GetSpeed if it tried, the team headquarters are actually situated at the Nürburgring itself – so there will be plentiful support for the current championship leaders. HOFOR Racing is guaranteed to still be in celebratory mood after a fantastic overall race victory last time out at Circuit Paul Ricard, and the Mercedes-AMG team will go into round four with the lead of the GT3-AM class. Also set to be on the grid at the Nürburgring with Mercedes-AMG entries will be category stalwarts Ajith RedAnt Racing and Viper Niza Racing – the former is second in the GT3 PRO-AM standings to GetSpeed Team PCX, and fourth in the outright GT3 battle. More local interest in GT3 comes courtesy of the sole Porsche 911 GT3 R (992) EVO from Germany’s Proton Competition, the Baden-Württemberg squad is presently third in the PRO-AM standings and fifth in the overall GT3 championship. Four Audi R8 LMS GT3 EVO II cars are listed for the first ever Michelin 12H NÜRBURGRING, one example each from Sainteloc Junior Team – winners of the season-opening Michelin 12H MUGELLO – HAAS RT, Continental Racing by Simpson Motorsport and Juta Racing. Era Motorsport is confirmed with its Ferrari 296 GT3 EVO, which debuted last time out, and fellow Ferrari squad Pellin Racing makes a welcome return having missed the visit to Paul Ricard. Pellin’s variant is the Ferrari 296 GT3. Completing the GT3 entry will be E2P Racing with its Aston Martin Vantage AMR GT3 EVO and the returning Lamborghini Huracán GT3 EVO of ARC Bratislava. Class battles ready to resume in 992, GT4 and expanded TCE-TCXFollowing victory for the Red Camel-Jordans.nl Porsche 911 GT3 Cup (992 I) in round three, the gap at the top of the 992 championship to leaders Mühlner Motorsport – victors at Mugello and Spa – has closed to 16 points with two events to go. Mühlner has also entered a second Porsche for the trip to the Nürburgring. Germany’s RPM Racing and HRT Performance are confirmed in 992, the latter currently entering two Porsches, while the Seblajoux Racing squad will also enter twin cars. Also in action will be Chazel Technologie Course, MM Racing and Van Berlo Motorsport by CP Motorsport. Two cars are presently listed in GT4, Michelin 12H PAUL RICARD class winners Circuit Toys bring their distinctive Toyota GR Supra GT4 EVO2 and will be challenged by German squad Bonk Motorsport with its BMW M4 GT4 EVO (G82) making its first appearance of the season. TCE-TCX expands to six cars for round four, with the class leading asBest Racing SEAT Leon Cup Racer – winner at Mugello and Paul Ricard – entered alongside the team’s Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 CS (982) and Cupra TCR DSG, making it a three-car effort for asBest Racing. Chief championship rivals Not Only Motorsport, victors at Spa, will be aiming to overturn asBest’s slim four point lead with its potent Ligier JS2 R. Making only its second appearance of the European Series season will be the trusty BMW M3 (E46) of J-Mec Engineering, and Sharky Racing will make an overdue and very welcome return to TCE-TCX with an Audi RS3 LMS TCR. After CR Track Days on Wednesday, 1 July, and Thursday, 2 July, free practice and qualifying will follow at the Nürburgring on Friday, 3 July – the 992, GT4 and TCE-TCX classes will participate in three qualifying sessions, with three additional sessions for GT3 only. Part one of the race is set to begin at 12.00 local time on Saturday, 4 July, with part two beginning at 12.00 on Sunday, 5 July. In addition to the action from the Michelin 12H NÜRBURGRING, there will also be support races from the Creventic organised Prototype Cup Europe and Radical Cup Europe. Creventic Motorsports TV will carry live coverage on YouTube, with streaming and live Timing.
10.06.2026
The race program for the BELMOT Oldtimer Grand Prix 2026 is set – and it promises a weekend that showcases the full diversity of historic motorsports at the Nürburgring. From August 7 to 9, racing legends, classic car clubs, special exhibitions, and exciting show elements will come together there. On the track, the lineup ranges from pre-war vehicles to Formula cars, classic sports cars, GTs, and touring cars, all the way to modern prototypes and supercars. In addition, numerous partner promotions, brand anniversaries, and the premier brand club gathering make the BELMOT Oldtimer Grand Prix a major weekend experience for anyone who loves classic cars and racing legends. Those wishing to attend can still take advantage of discounted advance ticket sales through June 30; after that, the price for the weekend ticket will rise from 79 to 89 euros. A highlight of the weekend are the two-seater sports cars and GTs from before 1965, whose evening race marks the highlight of the weekend. At the DRM Revival, touring car and GT fans will get their money’s worth, as they will at the Touring Car Golden Era, where DTM and ITC vehicles take center stage. As in the previous year, the Super Touring Revival—which has grown to include at least 20 race cars—features vehicles from STW & Co. With its own dedicated tent and prominent former STW drivers on the starting grid, this racing format for technically complex vehicles is a treat for touring car fans. The Classic Cup is dedicated to GTs from the world of Porsche one-make cups. In its races for front- and rear-engine vehicles, the HGPCA brings to life Formula 1 history from the early days of the premier class. The races of the FHR Historic Championship ’65 and ’81 award points toward the German Historic Automobile Championship (DAHM). The newly added Interwetten Sports Car Challenge showcases powerful sports cars and prototypes right up to the recent past. The well-established gathering of pre-war sports cars at the Vintage Sports Car Trophy offers visitors a journey back in time to the early days of the Nürburgring and plenty of track time on the Nordschleife and Grand Prix circuit for participants. The sporting program is rounded out by the Trophy Race for Ferrari Cars—an invitational race for Italian classics. BMW M3 Anniversary Highlights a Weekend Amid Fascinating Brand ClubsThe 2026 BMW M3 anniversary will be a special highlight. To mark the sports sedan’s 40th birthday, the M3 community will also be part of the weekend: owners of a BMW M3 will have the opportunity to participate in the premier brand club gathering in the AMG Arena. Registration is available through the invited BMW clubs. This theme is complemented by the new CLASS ONE Revival, supported by BMW Classic, which brings DTM cars from the Class 1 era and later generations onto the track in a “Time on Track” presentation—including, of course, several M3s from the model’s successful racing history. New highlights on the trackAdditional new and special program items provide further variety. The Interwetten Sports Car Challenge brings prototypes and sports cars, including LMP3 vehicles, into racing action. As part of Formula Heritage, Formula race cars from the 1970s to the 1990s evoke defining eras of international single-seater racing—from junior cars in Formula BMW to former Formula 1 race cars. Dragster exhibition runs on the start-finish straight also provide spectacular sights and plenty of sound. Saturday evening traditionally serves as the emotional highlight of the weekend. The evening race opens with a Le Mans-style start demonstration, while hot-air balloons floating above the Nürburgring create a special backdrop. After the finish, fireworks bring one of the most thrilling moments of the 2026 BELMOT Classic Car Grand Prix to a close. Tourist Trophy winner Helmut Dähne is the special guest at the Historic Motorcycles eventThe historic motorcycles from Grab The Flag are also part of the program once again. They tie in with the roots of the Oldtimer Grand Prix, in which motorcycles also played a role in the early years, and will once again be on display during rides on both the Nordschleife and the Grand Prix circuit. In connection with the presentation, Helmut Dähne, a special figure in motorcycle racing, is also expected to attend. The former motorcycle world champion and Nordschleife expert represents an era in which courage, skill, and mastery of the machine took on a whole new dimension on the Eifel circuit. The historic racing machines can be found in the Historic Paddock, which also houses the Vintage Sports Car Trophy: a fitting setting for both, as the historic pit complex from the early days of the Nürburgring has already hosted many a participant’s vehicle decades ago. Plenty to discover on the event groundsA tour of the event grounds should also be a must for visitors to the BELMOT Oldtimer Grand Prix. On the ring°boulevard, you’ll find the Classicbid auction house, which will be putting a large selection of classic cars under the hammer on Saturday (August 8) starting at 11:00 a.m. There will also be additional offerings, exhibitors, and catering options. The historic paddock will host vintage sports cars, historic motorcycles from Grab The Flag, and—on Sunday—a fantastic display of Bugatti vehicles. The Bugatti Club Germany is celebrating its 70th anniversary and will be showcasing, among other things, a Type 32 “Tank” and the Type 59. In the Grand Prix paddock, visitors can experience teams, participants, partner activities, and the Maserati exhibition marking the brand’s anniversary. Highlights there include the booths of the event’s namesake, BELMOT, as well as media partner Motor Klassik and official timing partner Junghans. A special area will also feature a treat marking Maserati’s 100th anniversary. Among the vehicles on display there is a Maserati 26 M—the first series of race cars to bear the Maserati name in 1916.
08.06.2026
Linkin Park, Iron Maiden, Volbeat and many more thrill audiences at the Nürburgring blink-182 confirmed as first headliner for 2027 Rock am Ring celebrated its 41st edition with an outstanding festival weekend, once again proving why it has remained one of Europe’s most important live events for decades. A total of 90,000 fans gathered at the Nürburgring to experience three days filled with music, energy and unforgettable festival moments. International top acts including Linkin Park, Iron Maiden, Volbeat, Bad Omens, Limp Bizkit, Sabaton and Papa Roach delivered memorable performances against an impressive backdrop. One of the highlights of the weekend was the return of Linkin Park to the Ring for the first time in twelve years. Papa Roach also created one of the most extraordinary moments of the entire festival when they arrived by helicopter directly behind the stage before their performance. Another major highlight followed shortly afterwards: to the cheers of tens of thousands of fans and accompanied by a spectacular fireworks display, blink-182 were announced as the first headliner for Rock am Ring 2027. With this announcement, the festival fulfilled a long-standing wish of many visitors. After more than four decades of festival history, the Californian pop-punk icons will make their first-ever appearance at Rock am Ring in 2027 – one of the most requested debuts in the festival’s history. Matt Schwarz, promoter of Rock am Ring, drew a positive conclusion: “A weekend like this reminds us why we organize festivals. Ninety thousand people transformed Rock am Ring into a unique city of music, friendship and passion. The energy across the site was extraordinary from the first moment to the last. With blink-182, we have also succeeded in bringing one of the most requested acts in the festival’s history to Rock am Ring for the very first time. It is hard to imagine a better outlook for 2027.” Emergency services and local authorities also reported a positive outcome. Despite changeable weather conditions, the festival weekend remained peaceful and ran smoothly from an organizational perspective. Following a record-breaking sold-out year, advance ticket sales for Rock am Ring 2027 will begin on Tuesday, 9 June 2026, at 12:00 noon. ➡️ Tickets are available here.
