2026 FIA European Hill Climb Championship 27. Internationales Glasbachrennen

The Glasbachrennen returns as round of the 2026 FIA European Hill Climb Championship on 13–14 June. Races run on the historic Glasbach hillclimb course in the Thüringer Wald, with timed runs on a ~5.5 km, multi-turn mountain road.

Expect competition runs, support classes, paddock access and spectator areas around the Start Glasbach‑Rennen site near Bad Liebenstein / Steinbach. The organiser is RSG Altensteiner Oberland and full programme and ticketing are on the official site.

A compact, motorsport-focused weekend in the Thuringian Forest centered on a classic German hillclimb course.

What makes it worth the trip:

• Historic 5.5 km Glasbach course with about 35 turns and notable elevation change, offering close-track viewing of multiple run groups.
• Part of the FIA European Hill Climb Championship, bringing top national and international hillclimb entries and purpose-built hill cars.
• Paddock atmosphere where you can see cars being prepared, talk to teams, and catch support races and local motorsport displays.

Best way to experience it:

Arrive early on race days to secure a good vantage point near the Start Glasbach‑Rennen area; use official spectator zones for safety. Bring ear protection, weatherproof layers, and sturdy shoes for short walks between viewing spots. Check the organiser site for the detailed timetable and paddock access rules before you go.