Legend has it that Michael Schumacher and other Formula 1 drivers found their aptitude for driving through karting as children. Consequently, you might find a karting ring full of hopeful children, and even more hopeful dads. The karts themselves are open-wheel vehicles raced on short circuits. Most race for fun but karting is also a competitive sport. Below is only a smattering of the city’s tracks; most neighbourhoods have one. Contact the National Karting Association (www.kart-world-racing.de) for more details.