The Sachsenring bucket list: Ten absolute musts for MotoGP fans

• A new “King of the Ring” will be crowned on Sunday
• Goldbachstraße fan mile has plenty to offer fans
• Party on Ankerberg and in the karting hall

Hohenstein-Ernstthal. Race week is here at the Sachsenring! The Charity Run at the iconic 3.7-kilometre track in Hohenstein-Ernstthal on Wednesday evening kicked off the support programme for the 2022 LIQUI MOLY Motorcycle Grand Prix of Germany (17th to 19th June).The campsites around the circuit are filling up, and a host of attractions, concerts and parties make it a true festival of motorsport at one of Germany’s biggest sporting events. Fans at the only MotoGP round in Germany should make sure they do not miss these ten highlights:

The coronation of the new “King of the Ring”
For the first time since 2012, the winner of the elite MotoGP class at the LIQUI MOLY Motorcycle Grand Prix of Germany will not be Marc Marquez. The injury-plagued superstar is currently recovering from a shoulder operation. Can reigning world champion Fabio Quartararo (Yamaha) from France take his crown at the Sachsenring?

Talent of tomorrow
The LIQUI MOLY Motorcycle Grand Prix of Germany allows the motorcycle youth to showcase its talent on the world championship stage. The support programme features the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup and the Northern Talent Cup, two series in which the stars of tomorrow can show what they are made of in front of packed grandstands and talent scouts from major manufacturers. Young riders from Germany, Austria and Switzerland line up in both series.

Party on Ankerberg
With the lifting of coronavirus restrictions, the famous Ankerberg has once again been transformed into a hotspot for campers and party-goers this year. Ankerberg is located right next to the Sachsenring, making it extremely popular with MotoGP fans. As has been the case in the past, the organisers have linked the LIQUI MOLY Motorcycle Grand Prix of Germany with the Ankerberg Festival, which runs at the same time. This year’s highlights include AC/DC and Rammstein tribute bands.

Fan mile on Goldbachstraße
As always, Goldbachstraße is the beating heart of the LIQUI MOLY Motorcycle Grand Prix of Germany. The mile has plenty of opportunities for fans to check out merchandise relating to their favourite stars: From scarfs, jackets and T-shirts to caps, books and flags. Barbecue stands and fast food stalls ensure nobody need go hungry.

Rider presentation in the karting hall
Ankerberg is not the only party venue this year. The same can be said of the karting hall, located on the entrance to Goldbachstraße and thus right next to the Sachsenring. On two evenings, motorcycle fans will be royally entertained by various DJs and bands. The traditional highlight of the support programme will once again be the big rider presentation on Saturday evening, which begins at 19:00.

Vintage motorcycle exhibition
Friends of historical motorcycle racing are in for a treat at the LIQUI MOLY Motorcycle Grand Prix of Germany. This year, with the support of MOTUL, there will again be an exhibition offering a foray through motorsport history, with roughly 50 vintage bikes on display. The exhibition is open from Friday to Sunday and is located next to the yellow ADAC tower, level with the start/finish straight.

Red Bull racing circus
The Red Bull racing circus opens its doors in paddock 3 from Friday to Sunday, offering fans a feast of motorsport, with spectacular shows on all three days, a “Hall of Fame” featuring successful Red Bull motorcycles and race cars, and an autograph session with MotoGP stars at 17:00 on Saturday.

ADAC Member Lounge
The ADAC Member Lounge in the infield, behind stands T3/1 and T4 is worth a visit for all ADAC members. Members can enjoy free coffee from partner Eni, charge their mobile phones, and find out about the club’s latest services, such as the motorcycle puncture assistance, ADAC Trips App and ADAC Medical App.

The journey is the reward
The Sachsenring offers many spectacular corners and great views of the track. A walk through the spectator areas around the 3.7-kilometre circuit is a true voyage of discovery and provides some different perspectives.

Smart and economic travel
The 9 euro ticket from die Bahn allows you to travel to the motorcycle highlight of the year in a relaxing and environmentally-friendly manner. From the station in Hohenstein-Ernstthal, it is just a 15-minute walk via the fan mile on Goldbachstraße to the Sachsenring. Visitors travelling by car can use car park P12 free of charge.