Cycling in Berlin:
The complete guide.

Why Berlin is a cyclist's city

Berlin is consistently ranked among Europe's top cycling cities. With over 1,700km of dedicated cycling infrastructure, more than 1.5 million daily cycling trips, and a culture deeply rooted in urban mobility, Berlin has made the bicycle a central part of city life.

Key cycling routes in Berlin

🟢 The Berlin Cycling Ring (Berliner Radring)

The Berliner Radring is a 130km loop circling the entire city, connecting major parks, lakes, and neighbourhoods. Sections run through Tegel, Spandau, Wannsee, and Köpenick.

🟢 The Spree Cycle Path

Following the River Spree from the city centre east into Brandenburg, this flat, scenic path is perfect for commuters. The stretch through Treptow and along the East Side Gallery is particularly popular.

🟢 Unter den Linden to Tempelhofer Feld

Starting from the Brandenburg Gate, heading south through Mitte and Kreuzberg, arriving at the vast open airfield of Tempelhofer Feld. Approximately 8km, entirely flat.

🟢 Prenzlauer Berg to Mauerpark

A short, vibrant route through one of Berlin's most active cycling neighbourhoods, with some of the city's highest cycling modal share.

Berlin's cycling infrastructure

• Protected cycle lanes (Radfahrstreifen) — separated from traffic on major arterial roads
• Cycle superhighways — high-capacity routes connecting outer boroughs to the centre
• Contraflow cycling — allowing cyclists to ride against one-way traffic on many residential streets
• Lights legally required at night — white front, red rear. A bell is also legally required.

Earn rewards for cycling in Berlin with PedalPay

PedalPay is Berlin's first cycling rewards app. Every kilometre you cycle automatically earns credits — no manual logging required. Redeem at partner cafés, gyms, and eco brands across the city.

Berlin cycling statistics

• 1,700+ km of dedicated cycling infrastructure in Berlin
• 1.5 million+ cycling trips made daily in Berlin
• 18% modal share — nearly 1 in 5 journeys is by bike
• Berlin has more registered bicycles than cars
• Average cycling commute: 6.2km, approximately 20 minutes