The run on the Ring, the running competition over the A10, is shortened from 7.5 kilometers to 3.75 kilometers. This is to ensure that all participants can participate within the relatively cool part of the day. The loop over the A2 is removed from the course for the abbreviation.
Taking care of festival on A10: asphalt 50 degrees, tens of thousands of visitors less welcome
The hottest part of the day is between 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. That is why the organization says it will build the music at the various stages at a quieter pace. Other parts of the sports program are also shortened.
Furthermore, there will be 344 free water taps on the Ring, spreads of Nivea and extra first aid support. Earlier it was announced that the maximum number of visitors of 280,000 was reduced to 253,000. In this way there is more space and good accessibility of the water points.
Possibly more measures for Festival on the Ring
The organization of the festival on the Ring states that it will keep a close eye on the weather forecasts. If more additional measures are needed in the long run, they will be taken. Visitors can receive current updates via LiveCrowd about the crowds, weather and accessibility.