Name: Aachen Cycling and Mobility Day 2026
Start: 2026-05-09T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-05-09T00:00:00+00:00
Location: Elisenbrunnen und Aachener Marktplatz

Cycling and Mobility Day

About Cycling and Mobility Day

On Saturday, May 9, 2026, the city of Aachen will transform Elisenbrunnen and the Market Square into a large mobility festival from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Penny-farthing school, nostalgic playground, e-mobility show, cargo bike rental, cycling course, and four guided hidden route tours are on the program — plus a Big Band, school choir, and circus group. Part of the #aachenbewegt campaign, initiated by the City of Aachen and the AVV.

Dates 09 May — 09 May 2026

Venue Aachen (05334)

Prices Free

Status Confirmed

Edition 2026

Cycling and Mobility Day — edition 2026

Grand Cycling and Mobility Day in Aachen's city center on May 9, 2026. Program around Elisenbrunnen and Market Square with penny-farthing school, nostalgic playground, bike tests, used bike market, cargo bike rental, e-mobility show, four guided hidden route tours, and stage program (Big Band, choir, circus). Part of the #aachenbewegt campaign.

The 2026 edition builds on the proven format of previous years, doubles the number of guided hidden route tours, and integrates cargo bike rental for the first time. Focus 2026: School routes and family mobility — the Kids on Tour routes in particular aim to encourage children and parents to switch to cycling.

Highlights Cycling and Mobility Day 2026

Penny-farthing school
Guided hidden route tours (4 routes)
E-mobility show at the market
Live program Big Band / Choir / Circus
Free admission

Programme Cycling and Mobility Day 2026

Saturday, May 9, 2026 — Elisenbrunnen and Market Square

Stage at Elisenbrunnen

11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Big Band
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. — Inda-Gymnasium School Choir
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. — Configurani (Student circus of Viktoria School)

Activities at Elisenbrunnen

All day — Penny-farthing school, nostalgic playground, cycling course
All day — Used bicycle market, bike wash station, information booths
All day — Rickshaw rides for seniors and people with limited mobility

E-Mobility at the Market

11 a.m.–4 p.m. — Current e-vehicle models from local dealers, test drives, consultations

Guided Tours from Elisenbrunnen

11:00 a.m. — Hidden Routes I (5.8 km)
12:00 p.m. — Hidden Routes II (7.6 km)
1:00 p.m. — Kids on Tour (6.5 km, 45 min)
3:00 p.m. — Kids on Tour (Repeat)

Prices Cycling and Mobility Day 2026

Free admission. Please register in advance for guided tours.

Practical information

Practical information — Cycling and Mobility Day

Getting There

By train: Aachen Main Station, then a 10-minute walk to Elisenbrunnen. By bus: Lines towards Bushof / Elisenbrunnen. By car: Parking garages Friedrich-Wilhelm-Platz and Adalbertstraße — the city center around Elisenbrunnen is car-free.

Opening Hours

Saturday, May 9, 2026, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Free admission. Regardless of weather.

Tour Registration

Please register in advance for guided tours at [email protected], further information at www.fahrrad-in-aachen.de.

Aachen Celebrates the Mobility Transition

The Aachen Cycling and Mobility Day is the central event of the city's mobility campaign #aachenbewegt. On Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Elisenbrunnen and the Market Square will be transformed into a grand stage for cycling culture, e-mobility, and sustainable transport solutions. Admission is free.

Penny-Farthing School, Nostalgic Playground, and Course

At Elisenbrunnen, demonstrations and hands-on activities will take place throughout the day:

Penny-farthing School — Learn to ride and fall on historic penny-farthings
Nostalgic Playground for children with classic play equipment
Bicycle Test Circuit with advice from local bike dealers
Used Bicycle Market — Citizens sell their bikes
Bike Wash Station
Rickshaw Rides for seniors and people with limited mobility
Road Safety Course

E-Mobility at the Market

At the Aachen Market Square, local car dealerships will present current e-vehicle models — from small cars to cargo bike equivalents. Test drives are possible, as are consultations on funding programs and charging infrastructure.

Live Program and Four Guided Tours

On stage, the Big Band (11 a.m.–1 p.m.), the Inda-Gymnasium School Choir (1 p.m.–2 p.m.), and the student circus Configurani from Viktoria School (3 p.m.–4 p.m.) will provide the atmosphere. Four guided hidden route tours will start at Elisenbrunnen:

11:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. — Hidden Routes I (5.8 km) and II (7.6 km)
1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. — Kids on Tour (6.5 km, 45 minutes)

Aachen — City of Short Distances

Aachen is the westernmost major city in Germany, an independent city in the administrative district of Cologne, and located in the tri-border area of Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands. The compact city center around the Cathedral, Town Hall, and Elisenbrunnen is ideal for cycling — the mobility day shows how a bicycle-friendly city center can function. Partners include the AVV (Aachen Transport Association) and the aachen50plus initiative.