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From 2026, our blog posts will be exclusively vegan! This means: we emphasise vegan-friendly places and refreshment stops to actively support vegan activities and vegan leisure tips. The RedBull Erzbergrodeo 2024 in Styria was an unforgettable event. In perfect weather, the visitors experienced a weekend full of adrenaline and excitement. In this post, I share my impressions and highlights of the main race on Sunday as a visitor.
The RedBull Erzbergrodeo is a legendary motorsport event, which attracts numerous enthusiasts from all over the world every year. Like every year, it took place at the Erzberg in beautiful Styria. The event took place over several days - we attended the main race on Sunday as visitors. The weather couldn't have been better: cool and cloudy at the beginning, but as the day progressed it cleared up and the sun provided perfect conditions - for both the riders and the visitors. Once again, I couldn't miss out on a little sunstroke, as I completely misjudged the intensity of the sun.
Directions and parking options for the Erzbergrodeo
We travelled to the Erzbergrodeo by car. Coming from Voralpenkreuz, we took the motorway and paid a toll of €6.50 each way. The journey then took us along the main road from Ardning to Eisenerz. There were plenty of parking spaces, but they were a long way from the event arena and the starting point. Fortunately, there were shuttles that transported us comfortably back and forth between the car parks and the event arena. The shuttles were sometimes very busy later on and couldn't keep up with the rush during the race at peak times.
Erzbergrodeo main race 2024: excitement and action up close
The main race on Sunday was undoubtedly the highlight of our visit. The riders had to master extremely difficult sections of the course that are almost unimaginable for non-experts. The great atmosphere on site was particularly impressive. The enthusiasm and euphoria of the visitors was infectious. It was an incredible experience to see the drivers up close and cheer them on. The whole atmosphere was further enlivened by the numerous vehicles (including those not involved in the race) that were on the road like outlaws.
One special moment was when we stood at one of the most difficult sections of the route and watched how the riders overcame the seemingly impossible obstacles. It was simply amazing to see how they overcame these challenges and gave it their all. The enthusiasm of the spectators also contributed to the absolutely brilliant atmosphere. You could really feel everyone's adrenaline levels soaring.
The start of the main race was an absolute spectacle. Several hundred riders stood at the start line, full of euphoria and adrenalin, ready for the exciting competition. The tension was palpable as everyone waited for the starting signal. The handover of the starting flag was therefore a special highlight: it was delivered by skydivers who put on a breathtaking show in the air. With daring manoeuvres and impressive formations, they drew wide eyes and enthusiastic applause.
But I just couldn't get my head round it: At the end of the event, there were a surprising number of sofas standing around in the car park/campsite. Why this was the case remains a mystery to me, but it was definitely a weird sight and reminded me a little of the „British air mattress phenomenon“.
Optimising the viewer route is the be-all and end-all
We made a big mistake: we didn't make a plan beforehand as to how we could see as much as possible. There are shuttle services between the individual spots, but we forgot about that. It's best to have a plan and make sure you get to all the spectator spots you want to see as quickly and efficiently as possible. The shuttle services are really handy if you use them properly.
There were separate shuttle services for VIPs with no real waiting times in great off-road vehicles. This seemed very convenient and enabled the VIP guests to move from spot to spot without having to rush.
So if you are planning to visit the Erzbergrodeo, I recommend that you develop a strategy in advance. Take a look at the map of the area, find out about the best spots and plan your route so that you don't miss any highlights.
Prices for the Erzbergrodeo as a spectator or visitor in advance booking
- Day ticket Saturday: € 45,-
- Day ticket Sunday: € 60
- 2-day ticket (Thu & Fri): € 39,-
- 2-day ticket (Sat & Sun): € 77,-
- 4-day ticket: € 102
- Overnight parking ticket: € 100,-
- VIP tickets: between € 300 and € 900 per day, depending on the package
All prices are can be viewed on the Erzbergrodeo website (link last accessed on 11/06/2024)
Catering at the Erzbergrodeo 2024
The catering at the Erzbergrodeo was fine and offered guests both drinks and snacks. There were several stands and a large marquee. There were also several spots outside the event arena. The selection was manageable and unfortunately I didn't find any vegan options, which was a small disadvantage for some visitors (myself included).
My personal summary of the Erzbergrodeo 2024
The Erzbergrodeo 2024 was an absolute highlight! The combination of extreme race tracks, the proximity to the riders and the unique atmosphere made this event unforgettable. The excitement and enthusiasm of the spectators was infectious and the riders impressed with their skills.
One small downer was our lack of planning. We failed to make a detailed plan beforehand to see as many spots as possible. Nevertheless, the event was a great experience that I can only recommend to any motorsport fan and I know what I will definitely do better next year to experience the RedBull Erzbergrodeo to the full.
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