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Self-guided podcast tour of Oldenburg's two-wheeled revolution

Lower Saxony, Germanyby Red Thread

  • 2 hours
  • Free cancellation
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  • Up to 99 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted

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Overview

Discover how a German medium-sized town waged a silent, decades-long war against the car – and won. This captivating walking tour reveals Oldenburg's world-famous cycling culture layer by layer. You will explore the hidden infrastructure, decode the unwritten social rules of the bike paths, and uncover the fierce political battles that have transformed these streets. From underground bicycle treasures to contested pedestrian zones: Find out how urban space is reclaimed step by step. - A 3.8 km self-guided tour with 6 stops in 120 min. - Ideal for travelers interested in urban development, infrastructure & innovation, and social structure & daily life Told in an immersive podcast style by experts and locals - Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app

What's included

  • Precise navigation between stops
  • Immersive audio in podcast style with experts and locals
  • Verified facts woven into a captivating story
  • Interactive in-app guide for questions about history and surroundings

    Itinerary

    1. 1

      Oldenburg

      10 min

      A huge, air-conditioned bicycle parking garage that serves as a physical and symbolic gateway to Oldenburg's bicycle-oriented transport system.

    2. 2

      Stop 2

      10 min

      The headquarters of the local bicycle lobby group, which illustrates the shift from grassroots protest to institutional policymaking.

    3. 3

      Stop 3

      10 min

      A designated 'bicycle street' where cars are legally subordinate to cyclists - a prime example of progressive urban planning.

    4. 4

      Stop 4

      10 min

      An underground bicycle parking garage that demonstrates the integration of bicycle infrastructure into high-quality commercial real estate.

    5. 5

      Stop 5

      10 min

      A busy pedestrian shopping street where unclear rules cause daily friction between cyclists and pedestrians.

    6. 6

      Stop 6

      10 min

      The central square, which serves as a meeting point for Critical Mass rides and represents the ongoing fight for a completely car-free future.

    Meeting and pickup

    Travel from the central transport hub in Oldenburg to the bicycle station at the main train station using public transport. Go the last stretch to Radstation am Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 26123 Oldenburg. Check the current connection on the day of travel.

    End point

    Go from Schlossplatz, Schlossplatz 1, 26122 Oldenburg, to the next stop and travel back to the central transport hub in Oldenburg. Check the current connection on the day of travel.

    Good to know

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Cancellation policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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