Tanja Haiden

Bikes are becoming much more of a lifestyle object. The trend shows that for many people, bikes are a status symbol and showpiece. Whether a collector’s item or financial investment, the fact remains that bikes are no longer simply a mode of transport.

Cycling no longer means that the cyclist cannot afford to buy a car, but represents a conscious decision for sustainable and healthy living. We have taken a look at the social and economic benefits of cycling for businesses.

Maria is a passionate cyclist and a bikefex Guide. She prefers stylish city bikes, crossing the Alps on vacation on a mountain bike and dreams of bike highways. Why are bicycles so important to you? On one hand, riding a ...

Unlike the name Bicycle Day suggests, it was not the bike that is celebrated as a cherished all-around means of transportation on 19 April. It rather is a particular historical event that is the reason for this festivity – the unforgettable bicycle trip by the Swiss scientist Albert Hofmann. We’ll tell you what happened that day in1943 and where you can celebrate this day!

Bicycle enthusiasts will stream to Berlin from 16 to 22 March. For one whole week, the focus will be on the bicycle and all its aspects. The centrepiece is the Berliner Fahrradschau (Berlin Bike Show), which has developed into Europe’s biggest event for lifestyle, bicycle sport and cycling culture. The trends for the coming season will be presented in the halls of STATION Berlin from 20 to 22 March. Visitors can look forward to a modern exhibition concept and an urban festival atmosphere. Trendy bikes, stylish cycling fashion, accessories and lots of events - a “must go” for fans of cycling culture.