Celebrating two decades of DONAU CLASSIC
The much-anticipated DONAU CLASSIC 2025 is set to be an unforgettable event, promising a thrilling journey through some of Europe's most stunning landscapes. Participants will traverse the picturesque surroundings of Ingolstadt, follow the Danube, venture through the Altmühltal Nature Park, and explore the Hallertau.
This year's rally is shaping up to be bigger and better, with a 70% increase in participants compared to 2024. Over 31 vehicle brands will be represented, including some automotive legends. Audi Tradition, a key player in the event, is bringing four milestones from the company's history to the starting line, each marking a significant anniversary in 2025. Among them is the Audi 200 5T, driven by two-time German rally champion Harald Demuth.
The DONAU CLASSIC 2025 will feature numerous exciting special stages and spectator-attracting passage controls. On Friday, July 18, the first rally stage will include stops at Donat IT, Lebenshilfe, Elektrotechnik Liebhard, Sipl's Kaffee und Brothaus, and Almhütte Goaßstoi. A day later, on Saturday, July 19, the second rally stage will include stops at Mitten.driN by Sipl, Autohaus Klepmeir, and Audi Forum Ingolstadt.
In addition to the Audi Sport quattro and S1 E2 rally versions, several gems from the company's history will be sent onto the track for the DONAU CLASSIC anniversary event. The rally will also see the participation of the iconic Audi Urquattro, driven by multiple rally European champions Walter Röhrl and Christian Geistdörfer.
A "Generation Cup" has been announced for the DONAU CLASSIC anniversary rally, with 23 teams already registered. The event, which has been a fixed date on the classic car rally calendar for 20 years, will cover approximately 470 kilometers and will take place in Germany and neighboring countries.
More than twenty rare Audis, as well as many other treasures with illustrious names like Jaguar E-Type, Maserati Ghibli, Ferrari 348, or DeLorean DMC-12, are also part of the starting lineup. The official time and route plans for DONAU CLASSIC 2025 can be found on the website www.donau-classic.de/zeit-und-routenplaene.
For more information about the rally, including pictures of the participating vehicles, readers are invited to check out the DONAU CLASSIC rally magazine. Dr. Joachim Hess, who celebrates his 100th birthday on February 15, 2025, will be the oldest participant in the DONAU CLASSIC 2025. The event is expected to attract participants from seven federal states, as well as from Austria, Italy, and Switzerland.
As the DONAU CLASSIC 2025 nears, spectators can look forward to several viewing spots, including moderated passage controls and special tests, spread across various locations. The event promises to be a celebration of classic cars, history, and camaraderie, not to be missed by car enthusiasts and casual observers alike.
- The DONAU CLASSIC 2025 promises to showcase various industries, with over 31 vehicle brands participating, including some automotive legends in the finance sector.
- The event is expected to attract participants not only from Germany but also from Austria, Italy, and Switzerland, demonstrating the international appeal of the transportation industry and lifestyle associated with it.
- The rally serves as a platform for sports events, featuring numerous special stages and spectator-attracting passage controls, showcasing the thrilling journey of cars through picturesque landscapes.
- Among the rare vehicles participating in the DONAU CLASSIC 2025 are the iconic Audi Urquattro, driven by multiple rally European champions Walter Röhrl and Christian Geistdörfer, as well as other illustrious names like Jaguar E-Type, Maserati Ghibli, Ferrari 348, and DeLorean DMC-12.
