The European Day of the Bicycle takes place every year in June. And inspires hundreds of people to ride their bikes. It was launched in 1998 to draw attention to the increasing traffic problem in Europe and to show alternatives. This year, too, there will be many events and activities around the topic of cycling all over Europe.

Cycling keeps you fit and healthy. That’s why we offer our employees the option of a job bike as a special benefit. In this way, they not only save money, but also do something for their health.

All employee benefits at a glance.

3 good reasons why cycling in the city is worthwhile.

1. cycling – a hobby that improves health.

Cycling is not only fun, has always inspired young and old, it also promotes fitness and endurance. In the hectic workday, it is often difficult to find enough time for sufficient exercise. The way to work or to the end of the day can easily be turned into a daily sports program if you get on your bike and pedal hard. If you give it a try, you’ll quickly realize how good it feels to exercise after a long day at the office. The cyclists do the sport virtually on the side, have fun and improve their health in the long run.

2. cycling contributes to climate protection

Riding a bicycle is not only good for your health, it is also a good contribution to climate protection. If you switch to your bike more often in the city and leave your car behind, you help save toxic CO2. And another advantage, wheels are much quieter than cars. So if more people in the cities went to work by bike rather than by car, the city air would also be of better quality overall and the noise level would not be so high. More quiet and fresh air could positively influence the well-being of all city residents. And wildlife and plants would also benefit from the city being a more life-friendly space.

3. cycling saves time

The main purpose of the Day of the Bicycle is to draw attention to the increasing traffic problems in Europe’s major cities. Getting around in the congested streets is not only a stress factor, it often costs a lot of time. Especially in the morning and evening rush hour, cars are bumper-to-bumper and progress is very slow. Bypassing rush-hour traffic jams with your own bike means you can get to work or start your well-deserved evening off faster.

Have you heard of Velo City?

For many Berliners, riding a bicycle is not only a pastime, but also a sport. And where better to test your sporting talent than at Velo City?

With around 12,000 participants, VeloCity is one of the largest cycling events in Berlin. On a route length of 60 and one of 100 kilometers cycling enthusiasts can prove their skills. Of course, our sports-mad colleagues from nexnet wanted to be there as well.

Fun Fact: We at nexnet not only support the sporting enthusiasm of our colleagues by paying the participation fee, but also sponsor the jerseys.

Join our team and be part of the next VeloCity in the nexnet jersey!