rp Gruppe Race Day Mülheim

Autumn Racing Action in Mülheim-Speldorf

The rp Gruppe Race Day on October 10, 2026, is one of the four or five major race days of the season at the Raffelberg Racecourse in Mülheim an der Ruhr. The sponsor is rp Gruppe (presumably from the Rhine-Ruhr region), and the day traditionally marks the transition into the second half of the horse racing season. The organizer is Rennclub Mülheim — one of the oldest and most prestigious horse racing clubs in North Rhine-Westphalia.

Two Races, More Program

According to Deutsche Galopp, there are two races on the official program for the rp Gruppe Race Day — the exact race day schedule with distances, classes, and horses will be published in the weeks leading up to the event on rennclub-muelheim.de and deutscher-galopp.de. Between races, the usual race day operations will be in full swing with a betting office, catering, live music, and a family area.

Race Day Schedule

• 10:00 am Admission and gates open
• 11:00 am First race
• Two races according to Deutsche Galopp
• Betting office open throughout
• Catering and snacks on the grandstand
• Family area and activities for children

Raffelberg Racecourse — A Tradition

The Raffelberg Racecourse in Mülheim-Speldorf is the only horse racing track in the Ruhr area. Opened at the beginning of the 20th century, the track has shaped horse racing in western Germany for decades — with classics like the Großer Mülheimer Preis, ladies' races, international competitions, and a loyal regular audience. Today, the track is operated by Rennclub Mülheim, which offers a manageable but high-quality season of race days.

Race Day Atmosphere

Race days in Mülheim have their own charm: not a mass event, but a family gathering of equestrian sports enthusiasts, bettors, ladies with hats, and curious families. The grandstand offers a view of the entire track, the betting office operates at a modern standard, and the catering in the historic restaurant is part of the experience. For those who have never been to a race day: Mülheim is the ideal place to start — manageable, friendly, and with breaks of just under half an hour between races.

Admission and Concessions

• Adults: €8
• Concessions: €5 (Students, pupils, disabled individuals with ID)
• Children under 14: usually free (details from the Rennclub)

The Ruhr Area Between Sport and Industry

The Raffelberg track is located between the A40 motorway and the Ruhr river, in the Mülheim district of Speldorf — easily accessible from Essen, Oberhausen, Duisburg, and the southern Ruhr area. Those who want to combine the race day with a walk in the MüGa Park, a boat trip on the Ruhr, or a visit to the Aquarius Water Museum will have a full weekend day.