100 Years of the Schleizer Dreieck – Germany’s oldest natural race track will celebrate its anniversary in June 2023. For many years, this iconic track has been a major draw for spectators and the highlight of the IDM calendar. Germany’s premier motorcycle road racing series attracted over 30,000 fans to Thuringia this year alone.
With 13 events over 17 days, the 100th anniversary of the still-active racetrack is now being celebrated. From June 2 to 18, 2023, there are events that motorsports fans and the residents of Schleiz won’t want to miss. Numerous other activities are also planned to mark the anniversary.
The Schleizer Dreieck was first used on June 10, 1923, for a so-called fuel test. That day is therefore considered the racetrack’s birthday, and since then it has hosted a wide variety of motorsports events, themed gatherings, concerts, and events of all kinds. The festival is intended to reflect and showcase the versatility of the venue over the past 100 years.
June 2–4, 2023
International Road Racing Championship (IRRC) featuring various support classes
June 6, 2023
Motorsports Book Reading at the "Seng" Restaurant
June 7, 2023
Historical lecture evening at the Wisentahalle in Schleiz on the Schleiz Triangle
June 8, 2023
Movie night featuring a motorsports film and historical footage of the Schleizer Dreieck – the "
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Venue to be determined
June 9, 2023
A festive event at the Wisentahalle featuring a program, awards and honors, as well as distinguished guests.
June 10, 2023
Opening of the exhibition “100 Years of the Schleizer Dreieck” in the former start-finish building
June 10–11, 2023
A historic racing event featuring exhibition runs by motorcycles and automobiles, as well as former and current drivers from various eras. In addition, historic starts will be reenacted on Saturday at the Weidmannsruh restaurant. Following this, a parade of all participants is planned to Schleizer Neumarkt, featuring a presentation, photo opportunities, food stands, and potentially extended store hours. On Sunday, after the program concludes on the track, another parade will take place along the original, historic Schleizer Dreieck. On Saturday evening, guests of honor will be introduced in the paddock. An evening event and a closing fireworks display are also planned.
June 13, 2023
Awards ceremony with a program at the “Ehrenstein der Tagesschnellsten” monument on Hofer Straße, as well as a theatrical performance about the Schleizer Dreieck by Agrofarm Knau
June 14, 2023
Motorsports Book Reading at the "Seng" Restaurant
June 15, 2023
Movie night featuring a motorsports film and historical footage of the Schleizer Dreieck – the "
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Venue to be determined
June 17–18, 2023
Vehicle meet at the Schleizer Dreieck featuring tractors, all kinds of race cars, East German vehicles, trucks, and more. There will also be a soapbox derby, as well as karting, mini-bike, and pocket bike rides. Presentations and a stage program round out the two-day event. In addition, motorsports expert Lenz Leberkern will be presenting his book this weekend.
The weekend events will be complemented by evening activities, a vendor area, fireworks, driver presentations, and other supporting events. Camping will be available at the Schleizer Dreieck throughout the duration of the festivities.
Advance sales of the “Race” combo ticket begin during the Christmas market weekend from November 25–27. During the first sales phase, which runs through December 23, the ticket costs 66 euros and includes admission to the events on June 2–4 and June 10–11, 2023, including access to the paddock, grandstands, and race party. The ticket is available at the “Alte Münze” city information office and can also be mailed to you.