Motorsport Arena Oschersleben
The Motorsport Arena Oschersleben is a 3.696 km (2.297 mi) long race track with a width of 11–13 m (12–14 yd) and elevation changes of 23 m (75 ft).
The circuit is located in Oschersleben, Börde where is approximately 30 km (19 mi) from Magdeburg, Germany. Its fairly flat contours create a smooth, fast circuit.
.svg) Grand Prix Circuit (2007–present)  Motorcycle "A" Circuit (1997–present) | |
| Location | Oschersleben, Germany |
|---|---|
| Time zone | CET (UTC+1) CEST (DST) |
| Coordinates | 52°01′38″N 11°16′43″E / 52.02722°N 11.27861°E |
| FIA Grade | 2 |
| Broke ground | 5 April 1995 |
| Opened | 25 July 1997 |
| Construction cost | €58 million |
| Former names | Motopark Oschersleben (1997–2005) |
| Major events | Current: Sidecar World Championship (1998, 2000–2003, 2011–2019, 2021–present) DTM (2000–2001, 2004–2015, 2023–present) NASCAR Whelen Euro Series (2023–present) ADAC GT Masters (2007–2022, 2024) Former: World SBK (2000–2004) WTCC Race of Germany (2005–2011) FIM EWC 8 Hours of Oschersleben (1999–2009, 2012–2019) TCR Eastern Europe Trophy (2023) International GT Open (2007) FIA GT (1998–1999, 2002–2009) |
| Website | http://www.motorsportarena.com |
| Grand Prix Circuit (2007–present) | |
| Length | 3.696 km (2.297 miles) |
| Race lap record | 1:18.846 ( Sergey Afanasyev, Lola B05/52, 2011, Auto GP) |
| Motorcycle "A" Circuit (1997–present) | |
| Length | 3.668 km (2.279 miles) |
| Race lap record | 1:15.050 ( Andreas Zuber, Dallara T05, 2005, FR 3.5) |
| "B" Circuit (1997–present) | |
| Length | 2.600 km (1.616 miles) |
| "C" Circuit (1997–present) | |
| Length | 1.100 km (0.684 miles) |
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Opened on 25 July 1997 as Motopark Oschersleben, it was Germany's fourth permanent racecourse, after Nürburgring, Hockenheimring and Sachsenring.
Motorsport Arena Oschersleben was a venue for FIA's European Touring Car Championship from 2001 to 2004 and the World Touring Car Championship from 2005 to 2011.
The circuit
Consistently driving quickly is hard work on the fast and smooth circuit. The first turn, modified from its original rounded shape into a sharp 90-degree left, is a frequent source of multi-car accidents especially on the first lap, as a popular YouTube video of a touring race illustrates this case, with former BTCC driver-turned commentator John Cleland remarking that, "The guy who designed this first corner should be taken into a dark room and beat about the head". There are many key turns to master for a fast lap. The end of the finish straight is the fastest spot on the circuit. The McDonald's chicane allows for different racing lines. However, an aggressive line may lead to early retirement with broken suspension.
Events
- Current
- April: Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters, ADAC GT Masters, ADAC GT4 Germany, Porsche Carrera Cup Germany, Börderennen
- May: Supercar Challenge ADAC Racing Weekend Oschersleben
- June: IDM Superbike Championship, Northern Talent Cup
- July: Börde Moto Klassik
- September: NASCAR Whelen Euro Series NASCAR GP Germany
- October: Sidecar World Championship Sidecar Festival, DMV Goodyear Racing Days
- Former
- ADAC Formula 4 (2015–2020)
- Auto GP (2011)
- EuroBOSS Series (2006)
- European Touring Car Championship (2001–2004)
- FIA GT Championship (1998–1999, 2002–2009)
- FIA Sportscar Championship (2003)
- FIM Endurance World Championship
- 8 Hours of Oschersleben (1999–2009, 2012–2019)
- Formula Renault Eurocup (2004–2005)
- Formula Three Euroseries (2005–2006, 2009–2010)
- International Formula 3000 (1998)
- International GT Open (2007)
- Prototype Cup Germany (2023)
- Superbike World Championship (2000–2004)
- Super Tourenwagen Cup (1998–1999)
- TCR Eastern Europe Trophy (2023)
- TCR Europe Touring Car Series (2019)
- TCR International Series (2016–2017)
- World Touring Car Championship
- FIA WTCC Race of Germany (2005–2011)
Lap records
As of April 2024, the fastest official race lap records at Motorsport Arena Oschersleben are listed as:
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