Name: VELOFONDO Bike Festival at DEKRA Lausitzring 2026
Start: 2026-09-05T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-09-06T00:00:00+00:00
Location: DEKRA Lausitzring

VELOFONDO Lausitzring

About VELOFONDO Lausitzring

On September 5th and 6th, 2026, the DEKRA Lausitzring in Schipkau (Oberspreewald-Lausitz district) will transform into a stage for cyclists of all levels. On an 11.3 km flat course – reportedly the fastest asphalt in East Germany – a 24-hour race for solo riders and teams (2–8 people), time trials (2/4/8 hours), and amateur distances of 68 and 100 kilometers will take place simultaneously. Overnight stays in the rider paddock are possible.

Dates 05 Sep — 06 Sep 2026

Venue Schipkau (12066)

Prices 70.00€ — 920.00€

Status Confirmed

Edition 2026

VELOFONDO Lausitzring — edition 2026

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The 2026 edition of the VELOFONDO Bike Festival will take place on September 5th and 6th, 2026, at the DEKRA Lausitzring in Klettwitz / Schipkau. On the 11.3 km flat course, 24-hour races (solo and teams), 2/4/8 hour time trials, and 68/100 km amateur distances will be held simultaneously. Registrations have been open since December 23rd, 2025.

Three Formats on One Course

The 2026 festival combines three race formats in parallel on the same 11.3 km flat course: the 24-hour race (solo or in a team of 2–8 riders), the 2, 4, and 8-hour time trials, and the classic 68 and 100 km amateur distances. Start times are staggered so that the different fields do not interfere with each other.

The included services package comprises individual timing, race number, finisher medal, use of the Riders' Lounge with catering, free changing facilities, and initial medical support.

Highlights VELOFONDO Lausitzring 2026

11.3 km flat course on the DEKRA Lausitzring — East Germany's fastest asphalt
Three parallel race formats: 24 h, 2/4/8 h time trials, 68/100 km amateur
Overnight stay in the rider paddock possible
Included services: Timing, catering, changing rooms, initial medical support
Main sponsors Red Bull and GRUBER Fahrzeuge

Programme VELOFONDO Lausitzring 2026

Saturday, September 5, 2026 — Day 1

Start of the 24-hour races (solo + teams)
Start of 2 h / 4 h / 8 h time trials (staggered)
24/7 support and timing in the Riders' Lounge
Overnight stay in the rider paddock

Sunday, September 6, 2026 — Day 2

Morning: Start of the 68 km and 100 km amateur races on the flat course
Midday: Finish of the 24-hour race, award ceremony
Afternoon: Award ceremony for amateur distances and closing

Prices VELOFONDO Lausitzring 2026

VELO-Vuelta 2 h: €70. VELO-Giro 4 h: €90. VELO-Giro 8 h: €110. Amateur 68 km: €70. Amateur 100 km: €90. 24-hour Solo: €150. 24-hour Team (2–8 riders): €280–€920. Register at velofondo24h.maximalpuls.com.

Practical information

Practical information — VELOFONDO Lausitzring

Getting There

DEKRA Lausitzring, Lausitzallee 1, 01998 Klettwitz / Schipkau. By car via the A 13 (Klettwitz exit). By train to Senftenberg or Lübbenau (Spreewald), then by shuttle or taxi.

Dates

September 5th and 6th, 2026. Registrations open since December 23rd, 2025.

Admission / Entry Fees

VELO-Vuelta 2 h: €70. VELO-Giro 4 h: €90. VELO-Giro 8 h: €110. Amateur 68 km: €70. Amateur 100 km: €90. 24-hour Solo: €150. 24-hour Team (2–8 riders): €280–€920.

Accommodation

Overnight stays in the rider paddock are possible. Motorhomes, caravans, tents allowed. Alternatively, accommodation in Senftenberg, Großräschen, or Lübbenau.

DEKRA Lausitzring — The Lausitz Asphalt Arena

The DEKRA Lausitzring near Klettwitz, part of Schipkau in the Oberspreewald-Lausitz district, is one of East Germany's largest motorsport and event locations. With its long straights and extensive infrastructure, the circuit is perfectly suited for a 24-hour cycling event: an 11.3-kilometer lap course, flat, traffic-free, with permanent timing and support. In September 2026, the VELOFONDO Bike Festival will be held here on its 11.3 km flat course – one of the toughest yet most accessible cycling events in Brandenburg.

Format: From a 2-Hour Sprint to a 24-Hour Marathon

The program is deliberately broad – from introductory formats to extreme endurance. The "Vuelta" (2 hours, €70) and "Giro" (4 hours €90 / 8 hours €110) time trials are aimed at beginners and club riders. The 68 km (€70) and 100 km (€90) amateur distances are classic mass-start cycling races on the high-speed circuit. The centerpiece is the 24-hour race – solo (€150) or in a team of 2 to 8 riders (€280–€920). Registrations have been open since December 2025.

Overnight Stay in the Rider Paddock

What makes VELOFONDO unique: Riders stay directly by the track, in the rider paddock – typical for motorsport, unusual for a cycling event. Motorhome, caravan, or tent: anything is possible. This creates a festival atmosphere that encompasses the race and makes the long 24 hours a shared experience.

Included Services and Support

Each registration includes individual timing, personal race number, finisher medal, free use of the Riders' Lounge with catering, free changing rooms, and initial medical support. Main sponsors are Red Bull and GRUBER Fahrzeuge, with further support from DEKRA, Eastern Tour, and High Five Nutrition.

Lausitzring and the Lusatian Lake District

Schipkau and the surrounding Lusatian Lake District (Lausitzer Seenland) are among Brandenburg's most exciting tourist regions. After the end of open-cast coal mining, Europe's largest artificial lakes have formed here – perfect for combining a sports weekend with an outdoor holiday. Those spending the weekend at the Lausitzring can explore the rest of the region: Senftenberger See, Geierswalder See, IBA-Terrassen.