Hey everyone! First-time attendee here, coming all the way from Denmark for the 24h race 🇩🇰🏁
We're leaving Wednesday the 13th around 15:00 and expect to arrive at the Nürburgring somewhere around midnight — so technically early Thursday morning around 00:00. We have the 24h Newcomer Package with camping on area C6.
A few questions:
**1. Late night / early morning arrival ?**
Is the entrance to C6 open 24/7, or is there a cut-off time for arrivals at night? We'd hate to have to buy a hotel to stay the night or wait and end up being in a long morning queue. Has anyone arrived around midnight before?
**2. Power / charging, what do you guys do?**
We know there's no electricity hookups at C6. Me and my girlfriend are coming in a small VW Up with just a tent, no campervan or generator. We're planning to bring powerbanks to keep our phones charged over 4 days (Thu–Sun). Is that enough, or do most people bring something more? Any tips from experience?
**3. Walking or cycling on the track, when is that possible?**
We've heard you can actually walk or cycle on the Nordschleife at certain times before the race starts. Is that true? When does it open and how does it work, do you just show up, or do you need to sign up for something? Also, is there a track walk included with the Newcomer Package?
**4. Meeting the drivers, is it possible?**
Are there any dedicated times or areas where you can meet drivers or get close to them? We know about paddock access being included, but when is the best time to go there if you want to actually see or meet the drivers? Any tips on what to do and when?
Thanks so much in advance, I'm so excitedand nervous for our first 24h experience! 🙌