3h Cup Wachauring
The 3-hour touring car race in Melk
Three hours in a touring car, driver changes every 20 minutes and four power classes – from the age of 15, with a racing licence instead of a driving licence. The team race at the Wachauring in Melk, organised by ÖAMTC Fahrtechnik.
About the 3h Cup
The 3h Cup at the Wachauring in Melk is an endurance race for near-standard touring cars. After qualifying, a rolling start leads into a three-hour race – the winner is the team that crosses the finish line in front once the three hours are up.
A driver change is mandatory every 20 minutes and must last at least 45 seconds. Cars race in four classes up to 75, 90, 120 and 150 hp with naturally aspirated petrol engines and road tyres; each class is scored separately, and the top three teams in each class receive trophies.
With motorSPORTaktiv you can race without your own car: our touring cars – Peugeot 206, Audi A4 Quattro and BMW 318ti – compete in the 3h Cup. Those who impress in the touring car training get first refusal as regular drivers.
Our drivers in the 3h Cup
In 2025 they finished 4th overall in the motorSPORTaktiv Audi A4 Quattro.
How the 3h Cup works
Scrutineering
Administrative and technical checks of drivers and cars, followed by the mandatory drivers’ briefing.
Qualifying
Qualifying decides the starting grid.
Race
Three hours with a rolling start and a driver change every 20 minutes.
Prize-giving
In the pit lane – trophies for the top 3 in each class.
Dates 2026/27
All races take place at the Wachauring in Melk, always on a Sunday.
- Race 1/6Sun 8 November 2026
- Race 2/6Sun 22 November 2026
- Race 3/6Sun 20 December 2026
- Race 4/6Sun 10 January 2027
- Race 5/6Sun 24 January 2027
- Race 6/6Sun 14 February 2027
Ready for three hours?
Start with the touring car training and secure a place as a regular driver in our cars for the 3h Cup.
Questions about the 3h Cup
From what age can you race in the 3h Cup?
From the age of 15. Drivers under 18 need the consent of their parents or guardians.
Do you need a driving licence?
No. You need either a class B driving licence or a racing licence. Without a driving licence you race with a racing licence and the consent of your parents or guardians.
Do you need your own car?
No. motorSPORTaktiv runs its own touring cars – Peugeot 206, Audi A4 Quattro and BMW 318ti. Those who impress in the touring car training get first refusal as regular drivers.
Which classes and cars are there?
Cars race in four classes up to 75, 90, 120 and 150 hp, each scored separately. Closed touring cars with a naturally aspirated petrol engine, road tyres and a roll cage are eligible.
How do you prepare for the race?
Through our touring car training at the Wachauring: there you get to know the car and the track, no driving licence required. The race equipment is simple – a certified helmet, long clothing and closed shoes.
Who organises the 3h Cup?
The organiser is ÖAMTC Fahrtechnik at the Wachauring in Melk. The 3h Cup is held under the AMF Race Card rules; the Race Card is recommended. Ask us about entries and free seats in our cars.