Katharina Lippka is a German endurance racing driver from Neuss who balances a career in banking with her passion for tackling the legendary Nürburgring Nordschleife in the NLS series.

EARLY YEARS

Hailing from Neuss, Germany, Lippka grew up with a fascination for motorsports that would eventually lead her to one of the world’s most challenging racing environments. Before competing in the full NLS championship, she honed her skills in the RCN performance test series, building the experience necessary to take on the Green Hell.

OTHER INTERESTS

Away from the track, Katharina works as a bank clerk in Neuss, proving that professional racing dreams don’t always require abandoning a stable career. Her ability to balance the demands of finance with the adrenaline of endurance racing demonstrates a discipline that translates well to both worlds.

EARLY SUCCESS

Lippka made her NLS debut in 2021, stepping up from the RCN series to compete in the SP4 class. Her inaugural season saw her piloting a BMW 325i alongside teammates including Jörg Schönfelder, Serge Van Vooren, and Christian Schotte. The transition from testing to full competition marked a significant milestone in her racing journey, as she faced the demanding combination of the Nordschleife’s 73 corners and the multi-hour endurance format that defines NLS racing.

NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS

• 2021: Secured an SP4 class victory in the Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie, demonstrating her capability against experienced competitors[1].
• 2021: Competed in multiple NLS rounds, including qualifying 104th overall in the #254 BMW 325ci, showing persistence in a highly competitive field[2].
• 2024-2025: Continued her NLS participation, competing with Ollis Garage Racing in a Dacia Logan in the SP3T class[3].

INSPIRATIONS

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REPUTATION

Lippka has earned respect in the NLS paddock as a dedicated privateer who isn’t afraid to take on the Nordschleife’s challenges. Her willingness to compete in various machinery—from BMWs to the modest Dacia Logan—demonstrates a pure love of racing over prestige. Fellow competitors recognize her commitment to learning one of the world’s most demanding circuits while maintaining her career outside motorsport, a balancing act that resonates with many amateur racers in the series.

FUTURE GOALS/PLANS

Lippka continues to compete in the 2025 NLS season with Ollis Garage Racing, piloting their Dacia Logan in the SP3T class. Her ongoing participation suggests a long-term commitment to mastering the Nordschleife and building her endurance racing credentials in one of Europe’s most challenging championships.

REFERENCES

[1] Statistics: Class Victories – Nürburgring Langstrecken Serie
[2] NLS 6: Lippka and Thomas Take Class Wins – Racers Behind the Helmet
[3] 2025 Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie – Wikipedia
[4] Katharina Lippka – Driver Database
[5] 147 Vehicles in the Second Race of the Nürburgring Endurance Series
[6] Female Drivers Shine in Several Classes at NLS Round 2
[7] 2021 Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie – Wikipedia