Jan Ullrich brings legendary cyclists to Bad Dürrheim!

Jan Ullrich brings legendary cyclists to Bad Dürrheim!

Bad Dürrheim, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland - On May 1, 2025, former professional cyclist Jan Ullrich announced important news. On May 17th and 18th, he will host the "Jan Ullrich Cycling Festival" in Bad Dürrheim, Baden-Württemberg. However, this festival will not be an official race, but a folk festival with a variety of events. Children up to 15 years can participate free of charge, which makes Ullrich's endeavor to inspire the young generation for cycling.

The prominent participants of the festival include cycling legends such as Sir Bradley Wiggins, Mario Cipollini, Andreas Klöden, Udo Bölts and Lance Armstrong. Ullrich emphasizes that contact with these former competitors and friends plays a valuable role in his life and describes Armstrong as a disciplined and structured personality. This return to the cycling world has not only brought Ullrich new friendships, but also a positive response to his role as a motivational speaker.

Ullrich's return to cycling identity

The former cycling star has recovered its identity in recent years and feels comfortable again in cycling. He also expresses this in terms of the talents of his sons, Toni (12) and Benno (14), which he supports and encourages to find their own way. "I got stuck in self -pity for many years," says Ullrich, reflecting on his challenges and the way back to the public.

In the new year, Ullrich will also work as a tour expert for Eurosport and is planning a weekly podcast with Rick Zabel. This step shows how much Ullrich is interested in not only promoting cycling, but actively sharing his experiences and knowledge.

historical perspective on cycling

The history of cycling is rich and goes back to the early 1800s when the first bike races secretly took place. According to the Bicycle Museum Rheinhessen , the first draisine race took place on April 20, 1829 in Munich. The world's first official rail race was held in Saint-Cloud, Paris in 1868. This first race marked the beginning of a long tradition, which is characterized by many other events and developments in cycling.

Cycling has developed over the years, from simple competitions to professional events, while the cycling club in Germany was able to boom. The foundation of the German Cyclist Association (DRB) in 1884 was an important step in this development, since it significantly influenced the competitive landscape and paved the way for modern cyclists. This legacy of cycling is carried on by events such as the "Jan Ullrich Cycling Festival" and aims to inspire and motivate new generations.

Ullrich, who, according to his own words, still dreams of being freed from his status as a "undesirable person", hopes to be a suggestion for many who love cycling. His return and support from the cycling community show that the past is controversial, but never can outshine what cycling has to offer.