Cycling in Urban Spaces: Bergisch Gladbach Pedals Over 156,000 Kilometers on Bikes by 2025
In the picturesque city of Bergisch Gladbach, the annual STADTRADELN action – a nationwide initiative promoting cycling as a sustainable, everyday means of transportation – has come to a triumphant close. The three-week event, which ran from July 1st to July 21st, 2025, saw a remarkable participation of 763 cyclists, organised into 34 teams, who collectively covered an impressive 156,938 kilometers by bicycle [1][2][4].
Ragnar Migenda, the First Deputy Mayor of the city, emphasised the increasing use of bicycles as a means of transport in Bergisch Gladbach, stating that it is a CO2-emission-free means of transportation and a significant step towards the city's desired climate neutrality [3]. The STADTRADELN action in Bergisch Gladbach is part of a broader effort to improve cycling infrastructure and promote healthier, eco-friendly transport options.
The action, which typically lasts three weeks, encourages individuals, teams, or communities to log their cycling kilometers. This year, a new category, "Most Daily Trips", was introduced to further emphasise the importance of incorporating cycling into daily life [1]. The Otto-Hahn-Gymnasium, a municipal school, emerged as the top cycling team, recording the highest total kilometers covered by its students [2].
The official awards ceremony for the STADTRADELN 2025 action took place on July 17, 2025, as part of the Radtour NRW, and took place in Bergisch Gladbach. The top teams in the overall ranking this year were 3R & Friends and the Kruger Group [2]. The city expressed its gratitude to all participants for their commitment to sustainable transport and climate protection.
As the city looks forward to STADTRADELN 2026, it is clear that the action has made a significant impact in promoting the use of bicycles as a genuine means of transport in Bergisch Gladbach. For more information about the action, please visit www.our-website.de/stadtradeln. The Konrad-Adenauer-Platz served as the meeting point for cycling enthusiasts from the entire region, demonstrating the growing community of cyclists in the city [1].
In summary, the STADTRADELN action in Bergisch Gladbach has been a resounding success, with participants collectively covering an impressive 156,938 kilometers by bicycle, and contributing to the city's efforts towards climate neutrality and sustainable transport.
Ragnar Migenda's focus on using bicycles as a CO2-emission-free means of transportation in Bergisch Gladbach aligns with the city's broader efforts to promote healthier and eco-friendly transport options. As part of this initiative, the annual STADTRADELN action also includes a home-and-garden category aimed at encouraging sustainable living, such as growing one's own fruits and vegetables or installing solar panels at home.
