ADAC Heidelberg Historic

The 28th ADAC Heidelberg Historic came to an end on Saturday evening with an atmospheric finish at the Technik Museum in Sinsheim. After two one-day stages and 540 kilometres through the scenic Kurpfalz, Kraichgau and Madonnenland regions, the more than 180 historic vehicles, including a 1925 Lancia Lambda, attracted thousands of spectators. The starting field was complemented by 14 former rally cars from the 1980s, which mesmerised the rally fans. The absolute highlight was the participation of rally legend Walter Röhrl, who competed in the legendary Audi Sport quattro. He won the ‘Rallye Schloss Heidelberg’ 40 years ago with this vehicle. He was accompanied by Kuno Hug, the founder of the event and Chairman of the Board of the Förderverein Auto + Technik Museum Sinsheim e.V., who piloted Röhrl along the route as co-driver.

The rally kicked off on Thursday, 11 July, with a special highlight for motorsport fans. A film documentary by Helmut Deimel about the 1984 World Rally Championship was shown in the museum's IMAX 3D cinema. The screening was accompanied by an exciting panel discussion with the filmmaker, renowned rally photographer Reinhard Klein and Walter Röhrl. The experts provided fascinating insights into the ‘European Safari’ in Greece and the famous duel between Stig Blomqvist and Röhrl in Monte Carlo. Insider knowledge and humorous anecdotes made the evening a successful start to the rally. With this mixture of sporting competition, historic vehicles and unique experiences, the ADAC Heidelberg Historic offered an unforgettable highlight in the motorsport calendar - the 29th round will take place on 3 July 2025.