Nurburgring as a spectator?

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I'm taking my 86 over to Holland next month to meet up with my son that lives there.

Toying with the idea of a trip down to Nurburgring.

Don't think I would risk taking it on track, but wondered if any one has experience of going just to spectate on open days, or other attactions?

Any other tips or advice on visiting that area appreciated.
 
Only been once for a flying visit this year, so can't really comment on what to do.

However the season is basically over now, so just bare in mind that the ring itself is only open for a couple of days in November (green dates):

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2 years old, so some of this might've changed (but likely not much):


Even better than just spectating, though, is to arrange a ring rental. Many options. For us mere mortals, we can forego the higher spec options and save some money too. I rented a prepped Suzuki Swift and it was incredible.
 
It's often good to just hang around in the car park and see what's going on track. It would be a shame, if you're taking the GR to not take it on track, it's a good way to spend 30 euros and you don't have to drive like a loon. I've probably done over 50 laps in various cars, all of them my daily road cars, just keep your wits about you and drive 8/10ths
 
The two best places I think are adenau - Breidscheid viewpoint on Google maps - and further back up to the slowest corner at Streckenabschnitt (climb up the steps on the side of the bridge - park in Lidl if you feel cheeky) and Brunnchen where so many YouTube videos are done.

Also go to the main boulevard for the ubiquitous photo shot* and a walk about the shop upstairs and maybe the museum. Karting is fun too if you've time.

*Just because...
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I've done a few hundred km round there in all sorts of cars fast and slow - there's no pressure in just being at 6/10ths if you just want to say you've done it.
 
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I am one of the cautious guys when thinking of driving on the Nordschleife. The 8/10th advice from chopper I can definitely agree. Always drive so that you can react to unexpected events, such as an accident behind a blind corner or fluids on the track.

There are a few rules on track which make it not too dangerous. Of course, it is still a race track, and you cannot neglect the possibility that drivers with too much aspiration and not enough respect for others are on track during Touristenfahrten.

Just familiarise yourself with the following:
- Overtaking is only allowed on the left
- Indicate right and stay on the right when you want to let someone pass
- Regularly look into the rear view mirrors
- But don't forget to look ahead before a corner. Well-meant "I let you pass-situations" can end into running out of track unintentionally. So if you do not feel secure, lower your speed at that moment.
- If it's raining, think twice if you want to have a go on the track. It can be a nice sightseeing tour, though. Race lines are totally different in the wet, mostly you drive in a big circle on the outside line of a corner.

Besides the recommended stuff directly at the Ring, for a nice view and fun time on B roads I can recommend driving from the Nürburgring to Cochem an der Mosel. Beautiful vinyards, acceptable wine. Please note although I am living only 100 kilometres away, I do not have any knowledge about good wine at all.

This is Cochem, 40 minutes away from the Ring:
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If you have even more time, I can also recommend the Middle Rhine Valley from Koblenz southwards. Best to use the B roads to get there with the car you have.

That is Loreley in the middle of the Middle Rhine Valley:
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Just be reminded that in mid-November daylight is fading from 5 pm the latest, and that it can be quite grey as well.
 
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Cochem is lovely isn't it. We stayed in Ulmen last time we went to the N24 and visited lots of places before and after.
 
sb-harald said:
I am one of the cautious guys when thinking of driving on the Nordschleife. The 8/10th advice from chopper I can definitely agree. Always drive so that you can react to unexpected events, such as an accident behind a blind corner or fluids on the track.

There are a few rules on track which make it not too dangerous. Of course, it is still a race track, and you cannot neglect the possibility that drivers with too much aspiration and not enough respect for others are on track during Touristenfahrten.

Just familiarise yourself with the following:
- Overtaking is only allowed on the left
- Indicate right and stay on the right when you want to let someone pass
- Regularly look into the rear view mirrors
- But don't forget to look ahead before a corner. Well-meant "I let you pass-situations" can end into running out of track unintentionally. So if you do not feel secure, lower your speed at that moment.
- If it's raining, think twice if you want to have a go on the track. It can be a nice sightseeing tour, though. Race lines are totally different in the wet, mostly you drive in a big circle on the outside line of a corner.

Besides the recommended stuff directly at the Ring, for a nice view and fun time on B roads I can recommend driving from the Nürburgring to Cochem an der Mosel. Beautiful vinyards, acceptable wine. Please note although I am living only 100 kilometres away, I do not have any knowledge about good wine at all.

This is Cochem, 40 minutes away from the Ring:
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If you have even more time, I can also recommend the Middle Rhine Valley from Koblenz southwards. Best to use the B roads to get there with the car you have.

That is Loreley in the middle of the Middle Rhine Valley:
View attachment 21654

Just be reminded that in mid-November daylight is fading from 5 pm the latest, and that it can be quite grey as well.
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Thanks for all advise and photos :)
 
The back road from Nürburg to Adenau is superb too, smooth surface and some hairpin bends (obv don't go mad, some lucky people live there).
Last years track tool (one lap - we happened to be passing) !
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My first trip
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sb-harald said:
I am one of the cautious guys when thinking of driving on the Nordschleife. The 8/10th advice from chopper I can definitely agree. Always drive so that you can react to unexpected events, such as an accident behind a blind corner or fluids on the track.

There are a few rules on track which make it not too dangerous. Of course, it is still a race track, and you cannot neglect the possibility that drivers with too much aspiration and not enough respect for others are on track during Touristenfahrten.

Just familiarise yourself with the following:
- Overtaking is only allowed on the left
- Indicate right and stay on the right when you want to let someone pass
- Regularly look into the rear view mirrors
- But don't forget to look ahead before a corner. Well-meant "I let you pass-situations" can end into running out of track unintentionally. So if you do not feel secure, lower your speed at that moment.
- If it's raining, think twice if you want to have a go on the track. It can be a nice sightseeing tour, though. Race lines are totally different in the wet, mostly you drive in a big circle on the outside line of a corner.

Besides the recommended stuff directly at the Ring, for a nice view and fun time on B roads I can recommend driving from the Nürburgring to Cochem an der Mosel. Beautiful vinyards, acceptable wine. Please note although I am living only 100 kilometres away, I do not have any knowledge about good wine at all.

This is Cochem, 40 minutes away from the Ring:
View attachment 21653

If you have even more time, I can also recommend the Middle Rhine Valley from Koblenz southwards. Best to use the B roads to get there with the car you have.

That is Loreley in the middle of the Middle Rhine Valley:
View attachment 21654

Just be reminded that in mid-November daylight is fading from 5 pm the latest, and that it can be quite grey as well.
Click to expand...
Thanks for suggestion. Stayed in Cochem for one night and enjoyed visit. There were some great roads from there to Nurburgring.
 
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