The course is 28.2 km-long which consists of the 22.8 km Nordschleife ("North Loop") and the 7.7 km Südschleife ("South Loop"). The course contains more than 300 metres of elevation change from its lowest to highest points.
While it is unusual for deaths to occur during sanctioned races, there are many accidents and several deaths each year during public sessions. It is common for the track to be closed several times a day for cleanup, repair, and medical intervention. The estimated number of fatalities is between 3 and 12 per year.
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