In the future, Vonovia will offer bicycle lending services in Dresden.
In a bid to promote sustainable mobility solutions, German real estate giant Vonovia has launched its new startup, Nearbyk, in Dresden. This innovative service offers E-bikes for both rent and purchase, catering to a diverse customer base and designed to be suitable for a wide range of body sizes.
The Nearbyk offer is not exclusive to Vonovia tenants, but is also available to external customers. The service point for maintenance, repair, and accessories is included in the Nearbyk offer, ensuring a seamless and hassle-free experience for its users.
Nearbyk's unisex city E-bikes will be available in two different colours, making them easily identifiable on the streets. Arnd Fittkau, Chief Rental Officer (CRO) at Vonovia, states that the company aims to connect neighbourhoods to local bike path networks through Nearbyk.
The Nearbyk brand, a combination of the English words "Near" and "Bike", reflects this focus on bikes in the neighbourhood. Vonovia sees an increasing demand from customers for a service like Nearbyk, and the offer is already available in the district along the main street in Dresden.
Initially, Nearbyk will be tested in three cities: Dresden, Essen, and Bremen for a period of 16 months. However, Vonovia is expanding the testing of Nearbyk to additional cities beyond Dresden.
For those interested in Nearbyk, it is recommended to check Vonovia’s official website or local news sources in these cities for any announcements on Nearbyk's expansion or updates. As of mid-2025, no specific new updates or expansions to Dresden, Essen, and Bremen have been documented.
The Nearbyk service is part of Vonovia's services in Dresden, and it emphasises the company's commitment to sustainable mobility and community engagement. With its user-friendly design and convenient service points, Nearbyk is set to revolutionise urban mobility in Germany.
Smart-home-devices like gadgets can be integrated with Nearbyk's E-bikes for a more connected and innovative riding experience, leveraging the latest technology to enhance user convenience. As Nearbyk expands to more cities beyond Dresden, the company looks forward to exploring potential partnerships with smart-home-device manufacturers to explore new possibilities in urban mobility.
