Torpedo Run 2007 by Christian

The success of the Torpedo Run: one man is behind this extraordinary event. Christian made the impossible possible. After long discussions with the German government, he got the official ‘go’ for the Torpedo Run. And all the work he put in this event was worth it. Now Christian shares his experiences about this exciting three days:

21st September 2007
» Ahaus, Germany
» Papenburg, Germany
» Luxembourg

Torpedo Run started in Ahaus, Germany. Nobody expected in the city North of Düsseldorf such a spectacular location: the Tobit.Elements. Entertainment, action, restaurant and hotel at the same place. The Torpedo Runners agreed: It was the perfect choice.

In the virtual world of the Tobit.Elements the participants were able at the sing-in to show their skills as a rally pilot in a simulator and got to know what it means to dash an aircraft with high speed. The simulators allowed unlimited twists of 360 degrees over the roll as well as over the pitch axes – a real adrenaline rush! The sportcars and exotics like Lamborghini Diablo SV, Porsche Carrera GT, Ferrari F430, Porsche 997 Turbo, Hummer H2, Corvette Z06, Porsche GT3 und Jaguar XKR were parked safely in a hangar which is also located on the same area.

In the morning the Torpedo Run started to Papenburg (Germany) to have fun on a special racetrack. Torpedo Run is not a race, it’s about passion. So the organizers have the official go of the government and administrative authority to start the event in Germany.

The highlight of today was the “holy� automotive proving ground of Papenburg, normally used by well-known car manufacturers to test new vehicles and which is usually closed for public access. But participants of the Torpedo Run were able to experience the modern racetracks. The reproduction of the small Hockenheimring, a track known by Formula 1 fans was loaded with action.

The Torpedo Run continued to Luxembourg. The drivers stayed gorgeous overnight at the 5 star luxury hotel “Le Royal�, a leading hotel of the world. After culinary pleasures at the “La Fourchette à Droite�, an insiders’ tip, the participants celebrated a funky party at the “White�.

22nd September 2007
» Luxembourg
» Roggwil near Bern, Switzerland
» Geneva, Switzerland

On the trip to the South the Torpedo Run stopped at the Race-Inn near Bern, one of Switzerlands’ best go-kart centers. Powerfull karts, sharp turns and long straights are made for speeding while fighting against the opponents – a thrilling fun.
The Race-Inn even offers an exhibition of race cars. You can marvel at the first Sauber race car as well as a Formula 1 Ferrari of Michael Schumacher.

After the event at the go-kart center the teams drove to luxury Geneva in Switzerland to enjoy again a top hotel in the world: the Mandarin Oriental du Rhône located at river Rhône near the famous water fountain of Lac Lémans. The hotel fascinated by pure luxury!

In the evening Torpedo Run came up with a special event on the water: a stylish dinner cruise on Lac Léman offering an extraordinary scenery as well as culinary pleasures. The big lake is shaped like a croissant and offered a breathtaking scenery with the high mountains of the Alps in the background. Atmosphere and dinner were perfect and the Torpedo Run took place on water for the first time!

23rd September 2007
» Geneva, Switzerland
» Rivoli near Torino, Italy
» Gardone at Lake Garda, Italy

Thrill of the Alps: Today the teams experienced remarkable heights, impressive massifs and dark tunnels. Gigantic impressions we will never forget! The participants even conquered Col d l’Iseran, with a height of 2770 meters one of the highest pass roads of the Alps.

The participants got to know some of the most thrilling mountain roads and most impressive massifs. All the roads were aloof from the crowded tourist roads.

Even lunch was a highlight. The Torpedo Run visited Combal.zero – one of Italy’s best restaurants located in the restored Castello di Rivoli at the gates of Torino and rewarded with one of the rare Michelin stars.
Gardone Riviera at Lake Garda offered the perfect atmosphere for the Grand Final at the noble Villa del Sogno with a delicious gala dinner.