Nürburgring Nordschleife
The legendary 'Green Hell' – a 20.8 km mountain circuit that tested the greatest drivers in motorsport history.
The Nürburgring Nordschleife is a 20.830 km (12.943 mi) long circuit within the Nürburgring motorsports complex in Nürburg, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. It was built in the 1920s and features more than 300 metres (1,000 feet) of elevation change. Scottish racing driver Jackie Stewart famously nicknamed it 'the Green Hell'.
Quick Facts
- Location
- Nürburg, Eifel, Germany
- Type
- Permanent Motorsport Circuit
- Track characteristic
- Highly technical
- elevation changes
- 'Green Hell'
- Aston martin connection
- Site of historic endurance sports car races involving the marque
Lore & Background
Originally part of the 28.265 km-long Gesamtstrecke, the Nordschleife was 22.835 km long. The track hosted the German Grand Prix from 1927 to 1939 before World War II. After the war, the Nordschleife again became the main venue for the German Grand Prix from 1951 onward, except 1959. The 1976 German Grand Prix was the last F1 race ever contested on a circuit of 10 or more kilometres. Notable pre-war Ringmeister included Rudolf Caracciola, Tazio Nuvolari, and Bernd Rosemeyer. Post-war Ringmeister included Alberto Ascari, Juan Manuel Fangio, Stirling Moss, Jim Clark, John Surtees, Jackie Stewart, and Jacky Ickx.
Reader's Guide
The Nordschleife is still in use for racing, testing, and public access. The track was modified in 1971 with safety improvements including Armco barriers and smoothing of bumps. In 1973, the entrance to Kallenhard corner was made slower. The fastest lap of the full 22.835 km Nordschleife was set by Niki Lauda in 1975 at 6:58.6. As of 2025, the venue hosts several national GT events including the Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Nürburgring Nordschleife?
It is a legendary permanent motorsport circuit located in the Eifel region of Germany, renowned for its extreme length and technical complexity.
How does the Nürburgring connect to Aston Martin F1 history?
While the team has no direct historical affiliation with football, this track remains part of their racing heritage where historic Formula 1 races involving the marque took place.
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