Gold-Level Bike Hub: How This Bank Redefined Workplace Cycling

From underground garages to e-bike leasing, this bank isn't just talking sustainability—it's pedaling toward it. Employees now enjoy Gold-level cycling support.

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2026 March 14 . 4:01 AM

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Gold-Level Bike Hub: How This Bank Redefined Workplace Cycling

The municipal savings bank has unveiled its new headquarters, complete with top-tier cycling facilities. The building includes a secure underground garage for bikes, alongside changing rooms, lockers, and repair stations. These upgrades have earned the bank a prestigious 'Bicycle-Friendly Employer' award at the Gold level from the German Cycling Association (ADFC).

The bank worked closely with staff to design the cycling infrastructure. Their input helped shape features like weatherproof parking, maintenance stations, and dedicated changing areas. Employees already using bikes for their daily commute will now benefit from even better support.

To encourage sustainable travel, the bank provides a mobility bonus. It also partners with Eurorad to offer a bike-leasing scheme, making e-bikes and traditional bicycles more affordable for workers. Many staff members already cycle to work regularly, and these initiatives aim to boost those numbers further. The bank's commitment extends beyond infrastructure. Employees take part in the nationwide 'City Cycling' campaign, logging kilometres to promote climate protection and teamwork. The efforts reflect a broader push to make cycling a practical and appealing option for all staff.

The new facilities and incentives highlight the bank's focus on sustainable commuting. With Gold-level certification from the ADFC, the institution sets a benchmark for workplace cycling support. The long-term goal is to keep growing the number of employees choosing bikes over cars.