But not all Germans are the way you describe them, René. Today I was with my son in Breidscheid near Adenau for a coffee. There is the second Nordschleife entrance. It is unbelievable how many crazy petrol heads are on the way there. There is always a really great atmosphere, which is characterized by great tolerance and mutual respect. Whether brand new Porsche 911 GT2 or Ferrari or restored 1975 Opel Kadett, or classic Alfa or Lotus Elise or Morgan or expensive classic gullwing doors. Hobbyists, DIY mechanics, drivers who only cruise, semi professional racing drivers, simply everything. A large friendly community that shares the joy in the end. But also a lot of people with fun cars of all kinds from all across Europe. In all countries you have also people who don't get through this.
Whenever I'm there I don't get the impression that people want to pose with it, ok of course there's some self-portrayal involved. But much more important is the feeling of being on a small island, where you are left alone by all the hostility.
