Join the Gabelbachbergrennen 2026 for a spectacular centennial celebration of motorsport history! This special event commemorates Karl Kappler's legendary 1926 double victory on the Simson Supra, honoring the iconic vehicle and similar historic automobiles up to 1961.
Prepare for a unique regularity trial on the world's oldest continuously operated hill climb, the historic Gabelbach-Bergrennstrecke. Participants will navigate the challenging 4km course, focusing on precision timing rather than raw speed, in a tribute to the golden era of automotive engineering. The event will feature Simson Supra vehicles and other classic cars from the 1920s and 1930s, offering enthusiasts a rare glimpse into the past.
Details
- Date: 2026-06-19 to 2026-06-21
- Time: Starts 10:00 AM on June 19th, ends 10:00 AM on June 21st
- Venue: Unterpörlitzer Str. 35, 98693 Ilmenau, Germany
- Organizer: Unknown
- Entry/Price: Not yet published
- Highlights: 100th Anniversary of Karl Kappler's Simson Supra victory, regularity trial on the historic Gabelbach-Bergrennstrecke, display of historic vehicles up to 1961, focus on 1920s-1930s cars.
Discover more on the official event page.