Can anyone drive on the Nürburgring?

During Touristenfahrten, or tourist sessions, the Nürburgring acts effectively as a public German toll road, which means, amazingly, that almost any vehicle is allowed to drive the track. Of course you see a plethora of Porsches and BMWs — plus motorcycles, coach buses, and cargo vans on the track at any given time.

Why did F1 stop racing at Nürburgring?

Due to name-licensing problems, it was held as the European Grand Prix that year. In 2014, the new owners of the Nürburgring were unable to secure a deal to continue hosting the German Grand Prix in the odd-numbered years, so the 2015 and 2017 German Grands Prix were cancelled.

How much is taxi in Nurburgring?

Please mention Nurburgring.org.uk when you make your enquiry. BMW runs a “Ring Taxi” service from April to October where you can take a ride around the Nurburgring with one of its drivers. Tickets cost €225 per car and can be booked with the Nurburgring directly (link below).

Do you have to wear a helmet on the Nurburgring?

Unlike a trackday there’s no safety briefing or helmet required. Road insurance is also required, but don’t assume that your fully comp cover applies – see my insurance page for details. This website should give you all the info you need to plan your first trip to the Ring.

What does Nurburgring mean in English?

a ring of the famous castle
What does the Nürburgring name mean? The name is literally a ring of the famous castle. Other names associated with the circuit include Nordschleife or North Loop, Südschleife or South Loop, and Gesamtstrecke or Whole Course.

Does Formula One race Nurburgring?

The Nürburgring is a motor racing circuit near Nürburg, Ahrweiler in West-Central Germany. The Nordschleife layout, used for 22 Formula One World Championship events between 1951 and 1976, is second only to the Pescara Circuit in Italy in terms of the longest circuits ever used in F1.

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Do you need a license to drive on Nürburgring?

1) Driving on the Nürburgring is only permitted using vehicles which comply with the law and which have a minimum speed of 40 km/h. 2) Every driver must own a valid drivers license and a valid ticket/permit issued by Nürbrurgring GmbH.