Red Bull Ring resounds to the roar of the DTM
Fabulous racing cars, double the racing action (two races per weekend), a line-up that includes Austria’s top drivers, a paddock open to everyone, the opportunity to glimpse behind the scenes in the pit lane and a supporting programme for the whole family – these are the ingredients that rightly make the iconic German touring car series a perennial favourite at the Red Bull Ring. The DTM weekend (24th 26th April) is the first fixture on the 2026 racing calendar of the circuit in Spielberg. It also features three partner series – the ADAC GT Masters, the ADAC GT4 Germany and the Porsche Sixt Carrera Cup Deutschland.
Can Austrians once again challenge for the title in the German cult series?
The outstanding opener to the season will be contested by a dozen teams fielding spectacular GT3 racing cars sporting the badges of various premium manufacturers. Will the driver line-up be equally impressive as in previous years, especially from an Austrian perspective? No Austrian has as many DTM victories to his name as Lucas Auer. After his compatriot Thomas Preining won the title in 2023 and Mirko Bortolotti, who lives in Vienna, won it in 2024, the Tyrolean lifted the runner-up’s trophy in 2025. The odds of another Austrian triumph in the iconic German series must surely be high in 2026!
ADAC GT Masters
Now into its 20th season, the ADAC GT Masters will once again share the billing with the DTM on four race weekends, one of which is at the Red Bull Ring in April. Two drivers take turns at the wheel in the 60- and 90-minute sprint and endurance races. In the ‘Road to DTM’ classification, talented drivers can prove themselves worthy of a step up to the next level in GT racing.
ADAC GT4 Germany
The ADAC GT4 Germany is aimed at up-and-coming young talent and ambitious gentleman drivers. Two races of around one hour each are held each weekend. Two drivers share the cockpit and switch mid-race.
Porsche Sixt Carrera Cup Deutschland
The Porsche Sixt Carrera Cup Deutschland season consists of six races contested within the context of the DTM. The car is the well-established but improved Porsche 911 GT3 Cup with an output of around 510 hp. Each race event features two 30-minute races.
Experience the DTM as a VIP
Whether with colleagues, employees or clients in the exclusive VIP lounge, or together with friends and family in the Race Club, enjoy prime views of the on-track action, outstanding culinary highlights and an atmosphere that makes motorsport come alive. Discover Germany’s iconic racing series from a completely new perspective.
