Arrival day
Thursday 8 JulyNothing on track that matters yet. Check in, then use the afternoon.
German MotoGP (Sachsenring) 2027: race weekend guide and things to do nearby
9 to 11 July 2027 · ProvisionalSachsenring, Chemnitz and Dresden, Germany
German MotoGP (Sachsenring) fills Sachsenring, Chemnitz and Dresden with fans for three days, but the track only runs for a few hours a day. Practice starts around lunchtime, qualifying leaves the morning free and the day after the race is open. This guide fills those gaps.
Know before you go
- Dresden and Leipzig are about 1 hour away and make great bases with far more to do.
Airport to Sachsenring, Hohenstein-Ernstthal
Leipzig/Halle (LEJ) and Dresden (DRS) airports are about 1 hour away; Prague is 2.5 hours.
The circuit is between Chemnitz and Zwickau. Regional trains run to Hohenstein-Ernstthal; shuttles and long walks to the hillside grandstands.
Public transport directions to Sachsenring, Hohenstein-Ernstthal
Where to stay by budget
| Budget | Where | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | Chemnitz | Closest city, 25 minutes. |
| Mid-range | Leipzig | Lively city with bars, 1 hour. |
| Splurge | Dresden | Baroque old town hotels, 1 hour 15 minutes. |
Three hotels we would book
- Budget: Hotel an der Oper Chemnitz
- Mid-range: Motel One Leipzig-Augustusplatz
- Splurge: Hotel Taschenbergpalais Kempinski Dresden
Day plans for the free hours
Built around the usual MotoGP weekend schedule for 9 to 11 July 2027. Session times change: check the official timetable and move the blocks around.
Practice day
Friday 9 JulyFirst practice rarely starts before lunchtime, so the morning is free.
- Half-dayAugust Horch car museum
- EatDresden Neustadt bars
Qualifying day
Saturday 10 JulySupport races fill the morning. Skip them for a slow start in town and reach the track after lunch.
- Free ideaElbe meadows in Dresden.
- FreeLeipzig Zoo.
Race day
Sunday 11 JulyGo to the track early and stay after the flag: leaving straight away means the worst of the traffic.
- After darkLeipzig Südvorstadt and Dresden Neustadt.
The day after
Monday 12 JulyA full free day before the flight home. This is the best day for a longer trip out of town.
- Full dayDresden old town tour
- EatAuerbachs Keller Leipzig
Family-friendly picks
- Leipzig Zoo.
Evening and day-trip tours
After dark
- Leipzig Südvorstadt and Dresden Neustadt.
4 tours worth booking for German MotoGP (Sachsenring)
| Tour | Length | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Leipzig music and history tour | Half day | Everyone |
| August Horch car museum | Half day | Bad weather, Families |
| Dresden old town tour | Full day | Families |
| Saxon Switzerland and Bastei Bridge | Full day | Families |
Where to eat
Rainy-day backups
- Dresden Green Vault.
Getting around on event days
- Trains to Hohenstein-Ernstthal and shuttles to the track; parking is in fields.
- Deutsche Bahn ICE trains link the big cities; the Deutschlandticket covers all local and regional transport for a monthly fee.
- Trade fair and event tickets often include free local transport: check yours.
Day trips from Sachsenring, Chemnitz and Dresden
- Dresden: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Leipzig: 1 hour
Bringing a group?
Corporate hospitality, fan clubs, teams and families travelling together: tell us the dates and group size and we will put together tours, transfers and a group dinner for German MotoGP (Sachsenring).
Plan a group tripQuestions people ask
When is German MotoGP (Sachsenring) 2027?
The next edition is 9 to 11 July 2027, following the usual pattern. The organiser has not confirmed it yet.
How do I get from the airport to Sachsenring, Hohenstein-Ernstthal?
Leipzig/Halle (LEJ) and Dresden (DRS) airports are about 1 hour away; Prague is 2.5 hours. The circuit is between Chemnitz and Zwickau. Regional trains run to Hohenstein-Ernstthal; shuttles and long walks to the hillside grandstands.
Where should I stay for German MotoGP (Sachsenring)?
For most visitors the best base is Leipzig: Lively city with bars, 1 hour.
What can we do between sessions at German MotoGP (Sachsenring)?
Good short outings in Sachsenring, Chemnitz and Dresden include Leipzig music and history tour, August Horch car museum. See the day plans on this page for a full schedule.
What is there for kids and families near German MotoGP (Sachsenring)?
Family-friendly picks: Dresden old town tour, Saxon Switzerland and Bastei Bridge, August Horch car museum. Leipzig Zoo.
How far is Sachsenring, Hohenstein-Ernstthal from Sachsenring, Chemnitz and Dresden centre?
About 17 km in a straight line. The circuit is between Chemnitz and Zwickau. Regional trains run to Hohenstein-Ernstthal; shuttles and long walks to the hillside grandstands.
More MotoGP
16 Jul 2027Czech MotoGP (Brno)
Brno, CzechiaMotoGP13 Aug 2027British MotoGP (Silverstone)
Silverstone and Northamptonshire, United KingdomMotoGP27 Aug 2027Austrian MotoGP (Spielberg)
Spielberg and Styria, AustriaMotoGP10 Sept 2027San Marino MotoGP (Misano)
Rimini and Misano, ItalyMotoGP17 Sept 2027Aragón MotoGP (MotorLand)
Alcañiz and Aragón, SpainMotoGP1 Oct 2027Portuguese MotoGP (Portimão)
Algarve (Portimão), PortugalMotoGP
Brno, CzechiaMotoGP13 Aug 2027British MotoGP (Silverstone)
Silverstone and Northamptonshire, United KingdomMotoGP27 Aug 2027Austrian MotoGP (Spielberg)
Spielberg and Styria, AustriaMotoGP10 Sept 2027San Marino MotoGP (Misano)
Rimini and Misano, ItalyMotoGP17 Sept 2027Aragón MotoGP (MotorLand)
Alcañiz and Aragón, SpainMotoGP1 Oct 2027Portuguese MotoGP (Portimão)
Algarve (Portimão), PortugalMotoGP