Leading the Pack — A Collection of German Books About Cycling

For over seventy years, private cars have dominated public space in German cities. In the Free Street Manifesto, a creative-academic...

For over seventy years, private cars have dominated public space in German cities. In the Free Street Manifesto, a creative-academic alliance fundamentally challenges this status quo, highlighting the forgotten and unrecognized characteristics of streets and the opportunities they present. In doing so, the alliance focuses on a communal spatial resource that we, in times of climate change, digitalization, and social inequality, urgently need to learn to use differently. Through images, comics, graphics, and succinct scientific insights, the Free Street Manifesto points the way to a future full of exciting possibilities—and demonstrates that our streets should be more than just a route from A to B.

This book is about people and bicycles, and about the transformative power that bicycles bring – on a personal level,...

This book is about people and bicycles, and about the transformative power that bicycles bring – on a personal level, through the experience of movement, and on a higher level, for society and for liveable cities and environments.

These 40 cycling adventures between the foothills of the Alps and the water’s edge, personally narrated and illustrated with large-format...

These 40 cycling adventures between the foothills of the Alps and the water’s edge, personally narrated and illustrated with large-format photos, will make you want to follow them on your bike. The spectrum ranges from a 600-km trip along the German-Polish border or a leisurely tour of old railways in Hesse, to the challenging off-road trails of Bavaria’s Ester Mountains. A splendid book as a gift, for browsing and seeking inspiration and, thanks to the well-founded tips, also for planning your next tour.

Frankfurt would be the ideal city for cyclists, if it weren't for all the cars. If its thinly scattered cycle...

Frankfurt would be the ideal city for cyclists, if it weren't for all the cars. If its thinly scattered cycle paths weren’t parked on, or if they didn’t end in nothingness.  If they would achieve the much-vaunted traffic transition and put an end to the "car-friendly city". "Frankfurt, a Cyclist’s Dream" meets tinkerers and bicycle freaks, whose bike are their "magical material", and tells of Frankfurt's traditions that now lie buried: the exhilarating rides of cycling world champion August Lehr on the track in the Palmengarten; practice laps at the magnificent "Bicycle Club"; cycling pioneer Heinrich Kleyer and his slogan "Frankfurt cyclists ride eagles".

From basic know-how to ready-made training plans, the experts Tim Böhme and Jochen Haar provide instructions that are easy to...

From basic know-how to ready-made training plans, the experts Tim Böhme and Jochen Haar provide instructions that are easy to understand, along with many valuable tips on all aspects of cycle racing. Exciting, thorough and refreshingly different.

More than two centuries after Johann Gottfried Seume's legendary trek to Syracuse, in this entertaining travelogue Oliver Heilwagen cycles in...

More than two centuries after Johann Gottfried Seume's legendary trek to Syracuse, in this entertaining travelogue Oliver Heilwagen cycles in his footsteps. He follows the entire route from Grimma near Leipzig, via the Czech Republic, Austria, Slovenia and northern, central and southern Italy, to Sicily. In his book, Heilwagen gives us a portrait of modern Italy beyond the clichés and traces the countless Italian influences on our continent, from cuisine, to economic life and culture.

Spectacular tours through the high mountains that are feasible for everyone. Tour reports with numerous photos incl. altitude profiles, tour...

Spectacular tours through the high mountains that are feasible for everyone. Tour reports with numerous photos incl. altitude profiles, tour maps, GPX tracks and overview map. Attractive bike regions such as Graubünden, Eastern Switzerland, Salzburger Land and many more. This volume offers you all the important information about about 20 spectacular downhill routes in the alpine high mountains. Info section with tips on the bike region, tour character, tips on where to stop, bike hotels, guiding and web info. From tips on local bike rental, the mode of transport of choice for the ascent to delicious refreshments on the way - so nothing stands in the way of a successful vacation with the mountain bike.

1,000 kilometres in no more than 75 hours: a stirring, poetic, intoxicating tale of cycling in the mountains; a long-distance...

1,000 kilometres in no more than 75 hours: a stirring, poetic, intoxicating tale of cycling in the mountains; a long-distance test for intrepid cyclists; madness for mere mortals. Starting and finishing in Provence, crossing the high Alps and traversing Liguria.

The book Transalp on a Racing Bike covers the most beautiful passes of the Tour de France, together with information...

The book Transalp on a Racing Bike covers the most beautiful passes of the Tour de France, together with information about the big races for everyone in the Alps, alongside 15 Alpine crossings for all skill levels – from enjoyable trips for leisure cyclists, to tours for more ambitious hobby cyclists. There are also detailed route descriptions, tips for luggage transfers and hotels, as well as GPS tracks and road books to download.

A bike is all you need to join this epic adventure, spanning continents and years, that will awaken your thirst...

A bike is all you need to join this epic adventure, spanning continents and years, that will awaken your thirst for exploration. Imagine going from Canada to the southern tip of Argentina, powered by nothing but your own two legs. Pedaling through wind, rain and blistering sun until you reach the mythical Tierra del Fuego. It’s the epic adventure many dream of doing, and that photographer and travel writer Martijn Doolaard did in Two Years on a Bike. Here, his stunning photography takes us to the Californian coast, to the impenetrable jungles of Mexico, and to the ever-higher passes of the Andes.

The "velomania” virus drove the author to cross the breathtaking high Alpine passes of France, Italy and Switzerland, over Mont...

The "velomania” virus drove the author to cross the breathtaking high Alpine passes of France, Italy and Switzerland, over Mont Ventoux in Provence, through the Dolomites, the Pyrenees, Auvergne, Vercors, Jura and far beyond. Funny stories and lots of interesting facts about cycling, richly illustrated with colour photos.  126 individual stages, including 17 week-long tours. With tips on the best clothing, special features of the routes, places of interest, selected stops for refreshments, suggestions for overnight stays, and much more besides.

This volume describes the current status of micro-mobility and new developments in the field, presents sustainable business models and shares...

This volume describes the current status of micro-mobility and new developments in the field, presents sustainable business models and shares tips on all aspects of bicycles. Examples from daily life and the economy demonstrate how we can advance the urgently needed transport transition, what role innovative measures will play in this, and how our society can get into gear in a sustainable way. It includes contributions on the transport transition, mobility research and cycling as an economic factor, as well as on networks and initiatives. There are also practical tips on services and routes, as well as historical facts, anecdotes and experience reports on sustainable and environmentally friendly mobility.

An expert look behind the scenes of the Tour de France from cycling insiders. Two sports journalists describe the things...

An expert look behind the scenes of the Tour de France from cycling insiders. Two sports journalists describe the things the fans rarely get to see. Funny stories from the journalists’ daily work: bizarre experiences, logistical challenges and lively incidents involving the Tour riders and team bosses. With spectacular photos of the Tour and personal insights from the sports writers.