The Essentials

The Nurburgring is, the ultimate driving experience. The greatest test of man a machine.
 At 13.2 miles long with at least 73 bends even top racing drivers describe it as the most
 demanding Race track in the world. Its simply a "must do before you die" for any petrolhead.
Built in circa 1927, the Ring was designed as a dual-purpose test track and race circuit.
 German Grand Prix's were held here until Lauda's firy crash in 1976
It is still used as a test track today by many manufacturers, During public sessions, its legal
status is that of a one-way public toll-road with no speed limit (except on the approach to
the two exits). Vehicles must be 100% road-legal (including tyres), and normal German road
traffic law applies.
  Full road insurance is also required, Please don't just assume that your fully comp cover
 applies Please don't contemplate a trip there unless you're happy with the risks. This is a
dangerous road, and serious accidents are a common thing, happening most weekends. 
Bikers are especially vulnerable Make sure you have personal accident insurance. In particular,
 two-wheelers should ensure that their personal accident cover doesn't exclude motorcycling
(many policies exclude motorcycles over 125cc). You should also make sure you have a
European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) to entitle you to free medical treatment in Germany
 (the old E111 form is no longer valid). You can apply for this online. European vehicle
 recovery is a must. We recommend ADAC (Link on home page)  Please think about your
 own ability to deal with an accident: first-aid training is highly recommended. Be sure your
vehicle is road-legal. There is also a noise-limit of 95dB, many people get noise-tested because
 they rev their engine in the car-park,  Don't just turn up on spec! The Nurburgring is only open
 to the public for limited periods, so check out the calendar before you arrange your trip.
B&B accommodation is plentiful, but you'll need to book in advance during peak seasons
 if you want to stay very close to the Ring. When you arrive at the Nurburgring  you'll need to buy
 tickets. These are available from either the office or the ticket-machine immediately outside the
 office.  We recommend that you try to get one or more passenger laps before you go out for the
first time. The Nurburgring is very long, has many bends and more than a few nasty surprises .
 Take it easy on your first few laps. You'll be overtaken by lots of fast-moving traffic, so keep
 an eye on your rear-view mirror, move over to the right and indicate right to let it past. If you fail
 to move to the right and someone rear-ends you, legally the accident will be your fault for being
on the wrong side of the road! Although everyone of course treats it like a track and takes the
 racing line, the police have a simple view: it's a road, and therefore you should be driving on the right. Indeed, It's best to go out on the Nurburgring when it's quiet if you can Monday afternoons are great for this first thing in the morning at weekends and the weekday evening sessions are the best times. Frequent breaks are recommended to allow both you and your vehicle to recover - there's a restaurant on-site for drinks, snacks and full meals.