New bikesharing in Leipzig: Flexible cycling by the end of 2025!

New bikesharing in Leipzig: Flexible cycling by the end of 2025!

Post Mockau, Leipzig, Deutschland - In Leipzig, the bikesharing offer is significantly expanded by a new station at Post Mockau. The initiative is part of a collaboration between the Leipzig Verkehrsbetriebe (LVB) and Nextbike, which will go through a pilot phase by the end of 2025. Over 30 additional loan stations are to be set up to offer the commuters a flexible and environmentally friendly mobility alternative. This project is supported by federal funding and aims to facilitate the switch to tram and bus, especially for commuters in the city. [AHOI Leipzig] (https://ahoi-leipzig.de/artikel/flexibel- through-den-leipziger-norden-4932/) reports that these measures should not only simplify mobility, but also to promote the use of public transport.

For the use of the bikesharing system, registration is free of charge. However, a deposit of 1 euro is required to verify the account; This amount is used as rental credit. The rental process is simply designed by scanning a QR code on the bike via the NextBike app. A special function enables users to pause the journey without ending the rent. The rent is continuously calculated during the break. Returns are free of charge in non -colored roads or at stations, while there is an additional charge of 1 euro in the yellow zone. Bicycles can also be returned in Schkeuditz, which also increases flexibility. NEXTBIKE has thus created a user -friendly system that significantly improves mobility in the city.

growth opportunities in the European bikesharing market

The bikesharing market in Europe shows impressive growth. In 2024, sustainable mobility initiatives are expected to become more important. According to the "Shared Ambition 2024" report by Cycling Industries Europe (CIE), a fleet of 270,000 bicycles in European cities could save 270,000 tons of CO₂ annually. According to reports, cities such as Paris and Antwerp on the trips per 1,000 inhabitants. A crucial success factor for bikes sharing is the fleet size; At least 50 bikes per 10,000 inhabitants are recommended to optimize the use. [Connected Cycle] (https://connectedcycle.com/de/der- ascension-des-bikesharings-schluessel-Seultate-und-chances-fuer-die-zukunft/) emphasizes the significant potential that is in the expansion of fleets and in investments in infrastructure.

The combination of flexible offers and strategic support by the city of Leipzig helps to ensure that the bikesharing model not only becomes part of urban mobility, but is also a key function for decarbonization and an active mobility policy. The adaptive approach in Leipzig could also serve as a template to introduce similar measures.