Sports car on the circuit of the Bilster Berg Drive Resort Sports car on the circuit of the Bilster Berg Drive Resort

DMSB National A

Racing licence course

Your way into official motorsport. As part of our trackday at the Bilster Berg you earn the official DMSB National A licence – and see right away what you can do with it on track.

Trackday coach Pascal Pregizer during a motorsport coaching session in a Porsche 991 GT3 RS

Racing licence

Your ticket into official motorsport

The DMSB National A racing licence is the basic requirement for taking part in national motorsport championships in Germany. It opens the door to official grassroots series, cup events and club races under the umbrella of the German Motor Sport Federation.

The racing licence course covers theory lessons on regulations, flags and vehicle safety equipment, plus practical components right on the circuit. Once you pass the course, you can apply for your licence directly with the DMSB.

What makes it special: the course runs as part of a regular trackday at the Bilster Berg. You don't just earn the licence – you spend the day on one of the finest private circuits in Germany.

Pascal Pregizer with a Porsche 991 GT3 RS at a trackday

What it gives you

National A racing driver licence

  • Official grassroots championships in Germany
  • Club races and cup events
  • Valid for all DMSB-approved disciplines
  • Foundation for higher licence grades
  • Apply directly once the course is complete
Father and son helping each other buckle up in the car at a trackday

What to expect

From the rulebook to the track

Theory lessons
Introduction to the DMSB regulations, flags, start procedures and race operations. Carsten Seifert teaches all exam-relevant content with a practical focus.
Vehicle safety & equipment
Technical basics of safety equipment, roll cages, fire extinguishing systems and driver gear – what is mandatory, what is recommended?
Bilster Berg track knowledge
A theory briefing on the key points of the Bilster Berg Drive Resort: braking points, apexes, critical sections and marshalling positions.
Practical session on track
The theory is put straight into practice at the Bilster Berg. As part of the regular trackday, you gain your first licence-relevant driving experience.
Completion & licence application
Once you pass, you receive all the documents you need to apply for your DMSB National A racing licence directly with the DMSB.
Carsten Seifert, DMSB licence instructor at TWENTYSEVEN Trackdays, talking during a racing licence course

Your course instructor

Carsten Seifert

Carsten Seifert is a long-standing TWENTYSEVEN partner and a proven expert in motorsport training. With extensive experience in both active racing and driver training, he brings exactly the right mix of hands-on knowledge and teaching skill.

As a recognised DMSB licence instructor, he specialises in teaching the licence courses and guides participants through the entire course in a structured, focused way. His teaching style is direct, practical and anything but dry – racing should be fun, including the learning part.

Carsten knows the Bilster Berg like hardly anyone else and can explain track characteristics and racing scenarios right where they happen.

BMW M4 GT4 in BMW Motorsport Junior livery on the circuit at sunset

Requirements

What you should bring

Class B driving licence
A valid car driving licence is the basic requirement for applying for a DMSB National A racing licence.
Medical fitness certificate
A medical certificate in line with DMSB requirements is needed for the official licence application. You'll get the details when you sign up.
Car & equipment
You need a car for the practical session. A helmet and safety clothing in line with the Bilster Berg trackday rules are mandatory.
DMSB membership
The licence is issued by the DMSB. Membership of a club or direct DMSB affiliation is required.
Minimum age 16
Minors need a consent form signed by their parents or legal guardians.
Registration & preliminary chat
Once you've signed up, you'll receive all details on documents, schedule and specifics in advance by email.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

What is the DMSB National A racing licence?

The DMSB National A racing licence is the official entry-level licence for national motorsport in Germany. It entitles you to take part in national grassroots championships, club races and official cup events under the umbrella of the German Motor Sport Federation. It is the foundation for all higher licence grades in German motorsport.

When and where does the racing licence course take place?

The course takes place at the Bilster Berg Drive Resort in Bad Driburg – as part of a regular TWENTYSEVEN trackday. That way you combine the theory and practical licence training with a full day of driving on one of the most demanding private circuits in Germany.

No new date has been set yet. Sign up below and we'll let you know as soon as it's fixed – before anyone else.

Who runs the racing licence course?

The course is led by Carsten Seifert – a long-standing TWENTYSEVEN partner and recognised DMSB licence instructor. He combines active racing experience with solid training expertise and is known for his direct, practical teaching style.

What are the requirements?

You need a valid class B driving licence, a medical fitness certificate in line with DMSB requirements and a minimum age of 16. To apply for the licence you also need membership of a DMSB club. For the practical session on track, a car, a helmet and sturdy footwear are mandatory.

How do I sign up?

Using the form at the end of this page. We add you to the list and get back to you with all details on date, schedule, documents and costs. Places are limited, so it pays to sign up early.

Can I apply for the licence straight after the course?

Yes. Once you pass the course, you receive all the required course confirmations and documents, which you submit directly to the DMSB to apply for the DMSB National A racing licence. The DMSB then issues the licence after reviewing the documents you've submitted.

No obligation

We will let you know as soon as the date is set

A new course date is being planned. Sign up and you will get all the details on schedule, paperwork and cost — before the places go public.