# Germany 2026 Stadtradeln expands and sets records > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/german-municipalities-broaden-cycling-infrastructure-and-ecocleanup-programmes > Updated: 2026-09-15T16:10:20.000Z. Sources: 150. Developments: 68. The 2026 Stadtradeln climate-bike challenge continued to drive significant engagement across Germany throughout July and August. Following the August 2 award ceremony in Nördlingen, where individual winner Eslam Payenda was honored alongside runners-up Otto Friske and Gerlinde Friske, new data highlighted specific regional successes. In the Cologne region, the ecumenical “Kirche radelt” team, representing the Evangelical Church District Cologne and the Catholic city deanery, rode 10,488 km, avoiding approximately 1,732 kg of CO₂ and placing 50th out of 654 regional participants. Nationally, 39 teams and 689 cyclists covered 174,167 km, cutting roughly 28,563 kg of CO₂. As the competition concluded in various municipalities, Gunzenhausen reported 48 teams and 893 cyclists covering 241,429 km, reducing CO₂ by an estimated 40 tons—an increase of 5 tons over the previous year. The team ‘Wormer Radler’ secured the top local ranking with 32,843 km. In Rasdorf, 65 participants covered 14,682 km, nearly doubling the previous year’s distance, though local officials noted uncertainty regarding the initiative’s future due to the removal of funding by the state of Hessen. The Weißenburg-Gunzenhausen district achieved record-breaking results between July 5 and July 25, with 2,588 participants across 170 teams cycling 696,800 km, resulting in an estimated 114 tons of CO₂ reduction. In the Pfaffenhofen district, 1,732 cyclists across 118 teams covered 415,458 km from July 4 to July 24, an increase of nearly 100,000 km compared to 2025. Recent reports show Teublitz participants set a new record by cycling 53,188 km over 21 days, reducing CO₂ by nine tons. In the Saarpfalz district, the Landratsamt team saw a 50% performance increase over the previous year. Additionally, Gymnasium Sottrum participated in the campaign for the first time, with 83 students covering 17,199 km and saving an estimated 2,820.6 kg of CO₂. ## Claims - Stockstadt secured second place in Kreis Groß‑Gerau’s 2026 Stadtradeln ranking. (single source) - Stockstadt’s participants rode a combined 27,200 km, offsetting 4,461 tonnes of CO₂. (single source) - Erich Kieselbach recorded roughly 2,000 km for the Freibad Team in Stockstadt. (single source) - The Altrheinradler team in Stockstadt contributed 5,877 km, with Siegmar Zilske exceeding 1,600 km individually. (single source) - Heppenheim hosted 30 teams and 482 cyclists in the 2026 Stadtradeln. (single source) - Heppenheim cyclists covered 76,022 km in total, saving about 12 tonnes of CO₂. (single source) - Sabine Zöller achieved the highest female distance in Heppenheim with 1,395.8 km. (single source) - Rainer Bender posted the leading male distance in Heppenheim with 1,378 km. (single source) - Heppenheim had 482 participants in the STADTRADELN 2026 campaign. (single source) - Heppenheim cyclists covered 76,022 kilometres and saved about 12 tonnes of CO₂. (single source) - Sabine Zöller recorded 1,395.8 km, the leading female distance in Heppenheim. (single source) - Rainer Bender recorded 1,378 km, the leading male distance in Heppenheim. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-15: Pforzheim sets new cycling record during heatwave Pforzheim set a new record in the ‘Stadtradeln’ cycling campaign, with 978 participants completing over 19,000 trips and avoiding 39 tons of CO2 despite extreme heat. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pforzheim-sets-new-cycling-record-during-heatwave ### 2026-09-03: German schools promote cycling through new local initiatives German schools are promoting cycling through new programs, including Hessenwaldschule becoming a ‘Bikeschool’ and Gymnasium Sottrum participating in the ‘Stadtradeln’ climate initiative. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-schools-promote-cycling-through-new-local-initiatives ### 2026-08-28: Stadtradeln 2026 cycling event sees record results in Germany The 2026 Stadtradeln cycling event saw record-breaking results in Teublitz with over 53,000 km cycled, while the Saarpfalz district administration increased its distance by 50%. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stadtradeln-2026-cycling-event-sees-record-results-in-germany ### 2026-08-22: STADTRADELN 2026 cycling campaign promotes sustainable mobility in Germany The STADTRADELN 2026 cycling campaign promoted sustainable mobility in Germany, with the Pfaffenhofen district recording over 415,000 kilometers cycled and significant CO2 savings. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stadtradeln-2026-cycling-campaign-promotes-sustainable-mobility-in-germany ### 2026-08-19: Fulda cycling event reaches 547,000 kilometers The ‘Stadtradeln’ cycling event in Fulda and its surrounding district concluded with 2,500 participants covering 547,000 kilometers to promote eco-friendly mobility. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fulda-cycling-event-reaches-547000-kilometers ### 2026-08-17: Weißenburg-Gunzenhausen sets cycling record in Stadtradeln event The Weißenburg-Gunzenhausen district set a new record during its 'Stadtradeln' cycling event, with 2,588 participants cycling nearly 697,000 kilometers and saving 114 tons of CO2. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/weienburg-gunzenhausen-sets-cycling-record-in-stadtradeln-event ### 2026-08-12: STADTRADELN cycling competition concludes in Gunzenhausen and Rasdorf The STADTRADELN cycling initiative saw increased participation in Gunzenhausen and Rasdorf, Germany, contributing to CO2 reductions, though funding uncertainties face the program in Hessen. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stadtradeln-cycling-competition-concludes-in-gunzenhausen-and-rasdorf ### 2026-08-09: German schools participate in STADTRADELN cycling competition German schools, including Steinmühle Schule & Internat and RICARDA!, are participating in the STADTRADELN mobility competition to promote cycling. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-schools-participate-in-stadtradeln-cycling-competition ### 2026-08-04: German Stadtradeln 2026 drives climate‑friendly cycling, saves CO₂ Germany’s 2026 Stadtradeln saw Cologne’s ecumenical team ride 10,488 km, saving 1.7 t CO₂, while nationwide 689 cyclists covered 174,167 km, cutting 28.6 t CO₂ and earning awards for top riders and the Fit for 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-stadtradeln-2026-drives-climatefriendly-cycling-saves-co ### 2026-07-31: Stadtradeln cycling events record miles in Bad Kissingen and Karlshuld Stadtradeln competitions in Bad Kissingen and Karlshuld logged 249,878 km and 91,346 km respectively, with top cyclists Lucy Klinder and Philipp Lehmeier leading the rides and saving thousands of tonnes of CO₂. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stadtradeln-cycling-events-record-miles-in-bad-kissingen-and-karlshuld ### 2026-07-28: German towns record strong participation in 2026 STADTRADELN cycling campaign STADTRADELN 2026 saw strong turnout in German towns: Heppenheim logged 76,022 km, Stockstadt 27,200 km, Aulendorf 138,000 km, with top riders Rainer Bender, Sabine Zöller, Guido Sträßle and Andrea Seeger. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aulendorf-and-leutkirch-post-record-results-in-germanys-stadtradeln-2026 ### 2026-07-23: German regions log record 2.4 million km in 2026 Stadtradeln campaign In 2026 Germany's Stadtradeln campaign logged over 2.4 million km across regions, cutting roughly 900 t of CO₂, with top results in Rhein‑Neckar‑Kreis, Haßberge, Neumarkt, Bamberg and Traunstein. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-districts-log-record-cycling-miles-in-stadtradeln-campaigns ### 2026-07-20: German Schools Set New Cycling Milestones in STADTRADELN Events German schools in Regensburg and Munich broke cycling records in the STADTRADELN competition, logging tens of thousands of kilometres, boosting participation and promoting sustainable mobility. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-schools-set-new-cycling-milestones-in-stadtradeln-events ### 2026-07-18: Germany’s Brandenburg Tour and Roland‑Sternfahrt promote bike‑friendly infrastructure 2026 Germany hosted the Brandenburg Tour 2026, presenting a bike‑policy paper, and the free Roland‑Sternfahrt 2026 ride to Burg, both promoting cycling infrastructure and climate‑friendly mobility. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/germanys-brandenburg-tour-and-rolandsternfahrt-promote-bikefriendly-infrastructure-2026 ### 2026-07-17: Hochheim launches 2026 Stadtradeln bike campaign Hochheim’s 2026 Stadtradeln campaign starts 23 May, inviting residents to bike daily for three weeks, with a kickoff tour through the Flörsheimer Schweiz. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hochheim-launches-2026-stadtradeln-bike-campaign ### 2026-07-13: Germany's 2026 Stadtradeln bike campaign logs millions of kilometres Germany's 2026 Stadtradel​n bike challenge logged over 2.3 million km in Cologne, saved hundreds of tonnes of CO₂, and saw strong participation and tree‑planting pledges across regions. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-cities-record-millions-of-cycling-kilometres-in-stadtradeln-challenge ### 2026-07-09: ADFC launches new guided cycling tours in Germany and Denmark ADFC organizes a day bike tour from Rostock to Falster (July 2026) and regular group rides in Esslingen, including routes on 18 July, 15 August and 20 August. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/adfc-launches-new-guided-cycling-tours-in-germany-and-denmark ### 2026-07-09: Lauf and Klosterlechfeld top German Stadtradeln bike campaign Lauf and Klosterlechfeld participated in the national Stadtradeln bike campaign, logging hundreds of kilometres, saving CO₂ and fostering community cycling events. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lauf-and-klosterlechfeld-top-german-stadtradeln-bike-campaign ### 2026-07-06: Stadtradeln 2026 kicks off in Burglengenfeld and Schweinfurt county, Germany Germany's 2026 Stadtradeln campaign launches in Burglengenfeld and Schweinfurt county, urging citizens to log bike kilometres over 21 days for climate benefits and local infrastructure data. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stadtradeln-2026-kicks-off-in-burglengenfeld-and-schweinfurt-county-germany ### 2026-07-05: Ottersberg cyclists log 79,271 km in 2026 Stadtradeln challenge Ottersberg cyclists covered 79,271 km in the 2026 Stadtradeln, saving 13 t of CO₂; Fischerhude won overall, mayor Weber highlighted the results. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ottersberg-cyclists-log-79271-km-in-2026-stadtradeln-challenge ### 2026-07-03: German municipalities launch 2026 Stadtradeln bike‑kilometer climate drives Rain and Landkreis Schweinfurt in Germany have kicked off the 2026 Stadtradeln bike‑kilometer campaigns to promote climate‑friendly travel and improve local cycling infrastructure. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-municipalities-launch-2026-stadtradeln-bikekilometer-climate-drives ### 2026-07-03: Niederrhein Raderlebnistag draws cyclists across German and Dutch towns The third Niederrhein Raderlebnistag on 5 July 2026 saw over 50 German and Dutch towns offer cycling routes, linking local tours in Viersen and Schermbeck with charity rides and the Stadtradeln campaign. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/niederrhein-bike-experience-day-draws-cyclists-across-germandutch-border ### 2026-07-02: German municipalities log thousands of bike‑kilometers in climate ‘Stadtradeln’ campaign Essen (Oldenburg) and Heiligenhafen reported 22,312 km and 31,098 km respectively in Germany's Stadtradeln bike‑riding climate campaign, cutting about 5.1 tonnes of CO₂. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-municipalities-log-thousands-of-bikekilometers-in-climate-stadtradeln-campaign ### 2026-07-01: Eberswalde and Wolkersdorf school bike contests boost sustainable mobility School bike contests in Eberswalde, Germany and Wolkersdorf, Austria logged thousands of kilometres, encouraging sustainable transport among students. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eberswalde-and-wolkersdorf-school-bike-contests-boost-sustainable-mobility ### 2026-06-30: Bruchköbel and Gotha set new cycling mileage records in Germany's Stadtradeln Bruchköbel cyclists rode 111,144 km and Gotha participants covered 295,348 km in Germany's Stadtradeln, setting new local mileage records and cutting CO₂ emissions. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bruchkbel-and-gotha-set-new-cycling-mileage-records-in-germanys-stadtradeln ### 2026-06-29: Stadtradeln 2026 sees strong participation across German cities German campuses and municipalities reported strong results in the 2026 Stadtradeln bike‑riding challenge, with Bielefeld’s university team covering 51,944 km to finish second, and Amberg and Amberg‑Sulzbach la‑ 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stadtradeln-2026-sees-strong-participation-across-german-cities ### 2026-06-29: German towns celebrate 2026 Stadtradeln cycling events Neutraubling and Haren in Germany hosted 2026 STADTRADELN bike campaigns, with Neutraubling’s opening and Haren’s finale awarding clubs for 60 500 km ridden. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-towns-celebrate-2026-stadtradeln-cycling-events ### 2026-06-29: Raderlebnistag Niederrhein bike festival attracts thousands in Germany The Raderlebnistag Niederrhein bike festival on 5 July 2026 in Geilenkirchen and Willich expects thousands of riders, offers digital route maps and supports a children’s charity. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/raderlebnistag-niederrhein-bike-festival-attracts-thousands-in-germany ### 2026-06-28: Lemgo and Bersenbrück top German Stadtradeln competition in 2026 Lemgo logged 322,355 km and cut 53 t CO₂, while Bersenbrück recorded 104,028 km and saved 17 t CO₂ in the 2026 Stadtradeln competition, earning top spots in German district rankings. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lemgo-and-bersenbrck-top-german-stadtradeln-competition-in-2026 ### 2026-06-27: Lübeck and Leingarten cycling clubs schedule 2026 local rides Radsport Team Lübeck will join the 2026 Stadtradeln (30 May‑19 June) and SV Leingarten held an 88 km birthday ride on 27 June, climbing 745 m. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lbeck-and-leingarten-cycling-clubs-schedule-2026-local-rides ### 2026-06-26: Record participation in Germany's Stadtradeln bike‑commuting campaign Germany's Stadtradeln campaign recorded over 2,000 cyclists in Nürnberger Land and 1,300 in Kaiserslautern, logging hundreds of thousands of kilometres and cutting CO₂ emissions. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/record-participation-in-germanys-stadtradeln-bikecommuting-campaign ### 2026-06-26: German towns host successful bike‑promotion events in Gunzenhausen and Walldorf Gunzenhausen’s 2026 STADTRADELN bike day attracted many cyclists, while Walldorf’s RadKultur stall promoted a new commuter route during mobility week, both emphasizing sustainable transport. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-towns-host-successful-bikepromotion-events-in-gunzenhausen-and-walldorf ### 2026-06-25: Niederrhein Raderlebnistag draws 34,000 cyclists across German‑Dutch border The Raderlebnistag Niederrhein on 5 July 2026 drew about 34,000 cyclists with 99 routes across German‑Dutch towns, featured family‑friendly rides, a charity drive for RTL – Wir helfen Kindern e. V., and digital 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/niederrhein-raderlebnistag-draws-34000-cyclists-across-germandutch-border ### 2026-06-24: German towns promote cycling with 'Stadtradeln' climate campaigns German schools and towns in Mellendorf and Romrod are holding summer 'Stadtradeln' bike challenges, encouraging students and residents to log thousands of kilometres for climate and health benefits. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-towns-promote-cycling-with-stadtradeln-climate-campaigns ### 2026-06-24: Bensheim and Hesse towns organize local cycling tours Green Party cyclists in Bensheim toured vacant buildings, while a 65‑km Radlertag linked four Hesse towns with food stations and a stamp‑pass. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bensheim-and-hesse-towns-organize-local-cycling-tours ### 2026-06-22: Lübeck and Cloppenburg record over 1.2 million km in Germany’s 2026 Stadtradeln bike campaign Germany’s 2026 Stadtradeln sees Lübeck field a cycling team for the May‑June event, while Cloppenburg’s 788 riders logged 127 200 km in three weeks, cutting CO₂ by 21 t. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lbeck-and-cloppenburg-record-over-12-million-km-in-germanys-2026-stadtradeln-bike-campaign ### 2026-06-20: Völklingen and Bayreuth advance cycling initiatives in Germany Mayor Stephan Tautz led a 25‑km cycling tour in Völklingen for Stadtradeln 2026, while Bayreuth earned a seven‑year “bicycle‑friendly municipality” award after a review of its bike infrastructure. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vlklingen-and-bayreuth-advance-cycling-initiatives-in-germany ### 2026-06-20: Germany's STADTRADELN Campaign 2026 Promotes Cycling and Inclusion Germany's 2026 STADTRADELN cycling drive runs in Haßberge and Bamberg, offering health incentives, school prizes and free rickshaw rides for mobility‑impaired residents. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/germanys-stadtradeln-campaign-2026-promotes-cycling-and-inclusion ### 2026-06-19: Frechen withdraws from Germany's Stadtradeln bike challenge over budget Frechen cancels participation in Germany's Stadtradeln bike challenge due to budget shortfalls, while Schweinfurt sees strong local involvement with 140,000 km logged. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/frechen-withdraws-from-germanys-stadtradeln-bike-challenge-over-budget ### 2026-06-18: Würzburg Mayor Vorlová Celebrates Record Participation in 2026 City Cycling Campaign Würzburg’s 2026 STADTRADELN cycling campaign logged 749,081 km, avoided 123 tonnes of CO₂, engaged 4,407 participants, and raised funds for leprosy treatment in Togo. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/wrzburg-mayor-vorlov-celebrates-record-participation-in-2026-city-cycling-campaign ### 2026-06-16: Police and ADAC roll out rider safety training events in Germany German police and ADAC host safety training for motorcyclists and cyclists aged 65+, offering practical courses and guided rides in the Eifel region and Bavaria. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/police-and-adac-roll-out-rider-safety-training-events-in-germany ### 2026-06-15: German police host motorcycle safety event and clarify cycling rules German police held a motorcycle safety event in Rinteln and issued guidance on cyclists' legal obligations in the Allgäu, promoting safer two‑wheel travel. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-police-host-motorcycle-safety-event-and-clarify-cycling-rules ### 2026-06-15: German towns advance climate bike challenge in Neustrelitz and Teublitz Neustrelitz and Teublitz in Germany push the STADTRADELN bike challenge, with thousands of cyclists logging tens of thousands of km to promote climate-friendly travel. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-towns-advance-climate-bike-challenge-in-neustrelitz-and-teublitz ### 2026-06-15: German police and community events boost traffic safety in June 2026 Germany’s Unterfranken police held a five‑day traffic‑safety action week in early June 2026, logging ~1,000 violations, while Münster hosted a public road‑safety event on 20 June with simulations, first‑aid and 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-police-and-community-events-boost-traffic-safety-in-june-2026 ### 2026-06-13: Münster and Buchholz Family Bike Tours Set for 2026 Münster and Buchholz will hold free family bike tours in September and June 2026, each offering guided 20‑km and 25‑km routes to promote traffic safety and community participation. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mnster-and-buchholz-family-bike-tours-set-for-2026 ### 2026-06-13: Munich hosts 10,000‑cyclist rally on Königplatz urging safer bike infrastructure About 10,000 cyclists rode into Munich’s Königplatz, with mayor Dominik Krause joining, to demand safer bike lanes and better cycling infrastructure across the city. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/munich-hosts-10000cyclist-rally-on-knigplatz-urging-safer-bike-infrastructure ### 2026-06-10: Germany's Hattersheim, Mannheim and Dortmund Win TÜV New Mobility City Awards Germany's TÜV Association named Hattersheim, Mannheim and Dortmund as winners of its first New Mobility City award, highlighting each city's safety, sustainability and innovative transport plans. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/germanys-hattersheim-mannheim-and-dortmund-win-tv-new-mobility-city-awards ### 2026-06-10: Bad Kissingen launches 2026 Stadtradeln cycling campaign Bad Kissingen starts its 2026 Stadtradeln cycling campaign on 14 June, urging residents to log bike trips through 4 July to promote climate‑friendly transport, health and local mobility via website or app. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bad-kissingen-launches-2026-stadtradeln-cycling-campaign ### 2026-06-10: STADTRADELN cycling campaign kicks off across Baden‑Württemberg towns STADTRADELN runs in Ravensburg, Leimen and Mannheim in June‑July 2026, encouraging residents to bike more for climate and health, with free safety checks and a friendly derby against Heidelberg. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stadtradeln-cycling-campaign-kicks-off-across-badenwrttemberg-towns ### 2026-06-08: STADTRADELN cycling campaign launches in German cities German cities host the 2026 STADTRADELN bike‑kilometre campaign; Brühl’s Rheingas offers a balloon ride prize, while Mannheim adds a derby with Heidelberg and a free bike‑check prize. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stadtradeln-cycling-campaign-launches-in-german-cities ### 2026-06-07: Lübeck and Brühl join Germany's 2026 Stadtradeln cycling campaign Lübeck and Brühl are taking part in Germany's 2026 Stadtradeln bike campaign, with Lübeck hosting training sessions and Brühl's Rheingas sponsoring a balloon‑trip prize. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lbeck-and-brhl-join-germanys-2026-stadtradeln-cycling-campaign ### 2026-06-06: German cities launch 2026 Stadtradeln bike challenge to boost climate-friendly commuting Germany’s 2026 Stadtradeln bike challenge runs in Buchen (20 Jun‑10 Jul) and Lübeck (30 May‑19 Jun), urging citizens to log cycling trips for health and climate benefits. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-cities-launch-2026-stadtradeln-bike-challenge-to-boost-climate-friendly-commuting ### 2026-06-05: German regions Ostallgäu and Bayreuth join 2026 Stadtradeln bike‑for‑climate challenge Ostallgäu district and Bayreuth city in Germany are participating in the 2026 Stadtradeln bike‑for‑climate challenge, with registrations, guided tours and prizes to encourage cycling. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-regions-ostallgu-and-bayreuth-join-2026-stadtradeln-bikeforclimate-challenge ### 2026-06-04: Geeste and Cottbus boost 2026 German ‘Stadtradeln’ cycling drive Geeste and Cottbus join Germany’s 2026 Stadtradeln bike campaign, with Geeste offering guided rides and Cottbus setting a record of 659 745 km, avoiding 108 tonnes of CO₂. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-towns-geeste-and-cottbus-boost-participation-in-2026-stadtradeln-cycling-campaign ### 2026-06-03: German towns kick off 2026 Stadtradeln bike‑kilometer campaign Over 3,000 German municipalities launch the 2026 Stadtradeln bike‑kilometre drive, with events in Tannheim, Ochsenhausen, Memmingen and a kickoff in Frankenberg, promoting everyday cycling for climate goals. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-towns-kick-off-2026-stadtradeln-bikekilometer-campaign ### 2026-06-03: Police and church host local cycling safety events in Germany German police held a free motorbike safety tour in Kreis Soest on 5 July 2026, while a Markkleeberg church hosted a bicycle festival on 6 June 2026, both promoting safe, sustainable mobility. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/police-and-church-host-local-cycling-safety-events-in-germany ### 2026-06-02: Munich and Black Forest host major cycling rallies in June 2026 Munich hosted a large ADFC cycling rally on 14 June 2026 demanding better bike infrastructure, while the AOK Schwarzwald‑Baar ran free guided tours across the region from mid‑June to mid‑July. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/munich-and-black-forest-host-major-cycling-rallies-in-june-2026 ### 2026-05-31: German towns boost cycling with pilgrimages, Stadtradeln contests and funding German towns hosted bike pilgrimages, local Stadtradeln contests and a World Bicycle Day tour, while Harburg district received state funding for new cycle paths. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/wiesbaden-organizes-afterwork-bike-tour-for-world-bicycle-day-alongside-regional-cycling-pilgrimage ### 2026-05-29: Herten introduces guided bike tours and advances the Antoniuswache police precinct project Herten will start guided bike tours from 7 June and is pushing the Antoniuswache police precinct project, while also handling apartment‑renovation issues and a regional heat‑protection plan. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/herten-introduces-guided-bike-tours-and-advances-the-antoniuswache-police-precinct-project ### 2026-05-28: German cities Herten, Hattersheim launch new bike promotion programs Herten introduces a bike‑share trial with a selfie contest, while Hattersheim runs its annual Stadtradeln cycling challenge, both aiming to boost sustainable mobility in Germany. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-cities-herten-hattersheim-launch-new-bike-promotion-programs ### 2026-05-26: Hamburg cuts 'Bettelampeln' lights to ease pedestrian and cyclist traffic Hamburg reduced its “Bettelampeln” from 149 in 2011 to 21 in 2026 and will replace the rest with automatic lights, cutting wait times for pedestrians and cyclists. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hamburg-cuts-bettelampeln-lights-to-ease-pedestrian-and-cyclist-traffic ### 2026-05-19: Berlin and Schwalm‑Eder‑Kreis launch 2026 Stadtradeln bike challenges Berlin and Schwalm‑Eder‑Kreis start their 2026 Stadtradeln bike campaigns, promoting cycling, health and CO₂ reduction. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/berlin-and-schwalmederkreis-launch-2026-stadtradeln-bike-challenges ### 2026-05-18: Berlin launches BerlinPay pilot rewarding sustainable tourism on the Spree Berlin introduces BerlinPay, a pilot rewarding tourists for sustainable actions on the Spree with canoe rides, discounts and cultural perks. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/berlin-launches-berlinpay-pilot-rewarding-sustainable-tourism-on-the-spree ### 2026-05-13: Berlin rolls out BerlinPay, rewarding tourists for clean‑up and green travel Berlin's BerlinPay pilot rewards tourists for litter collection, cycling and green travel with free entries and discounts. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/berlin-rolls-out-berlinpay-rewarding-tourists-for-cleanup-and-green-travel ### 2026-05-11: Luckenwalde and Grafschaft Hoya join 2026 Stadtradeln bike campaign Luckenwalde and Grafschaft Hoya start 2026 Stadtradeln bike rides, aiming to log thousands of km and cut CO₂ emissions. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/luckenwalde-and-grafschaft-hoya-join-2026-stadtradeln-bike-campaign ### 2026-05-07: Germany rolls out MyRadl bike-sharing; pilot plan for village system in Bassum Germany launches MyRadl with 6,700 bikes across 37 areas, while Bassum plans its own Landradl bike‑rental scheme. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/germany-rolls-out-myradl-bike-sharing-pilot-plan-for-village-system-in-bassum ### 2026-04-25: Stadtradeln events in Thedinghausen and Rellingen advance municipal cycling push Two Stadtradeln events in Thedinghausen and Rellingen promote cycling, with a town hall kickoff, photo contest, and mayor-led briefing. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stadtradeln-events-in-thedinghausen-and-rellingen-advance-municipal-cycling-push ### 2026-04-21: Rostock expands cycling network; Erkner opens station bike parking Rostock expands its cycling network with new routes and bridges; Erkner opens station-based Park+Ride bike parking to boost bike-rail commuting. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rostock-expands-cycling-network-erkner-opens-station-bike-parking --- Cite as: Germany 2026 Stadtradeln expands and sets records. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/german-municipalities-broaden-cycling-infrastructure-and-ecocleanup-programmes