ADFC Landesverband Hamburg

The General German Bicycle Club Hamburg e.V. (ADFC Hamburg) is the leading advocacy group for cyclists in Hamburg. With nearly 9,000 members and more than 100 volunteers actively involved, ADFC Hamburg advocates for a livable, climate-friendly, and safe city.

• Lobbying and Public Relations: ADFC Hamburg is actively engaged in transport policy to promote the expansion of cycling infrastructure and the mobility transition. This is done through campaigns, professional events, and direct discussions with political decision-makers[2][3].
• Service Offers: Members benefit from exclusive services such as ADFC breakdown assistance, legal protection through legal and liability insurance, and a free initial legal consultation. Additionally, members regularly receive the ADFC member magazine Radwelt and the Hamburg cycling magazine RadCity[2][3].
• Cycling Experiences and Events: ADFC Hamburg organizes various bike tours, events such as the Sternfahrt, Kidical Mass, and the Bicycle Climate Test to raise public awareness for better cycling conditions[1][2].

The main mission of ADFC Hamburg is to advocate for the interests of cyclists and promote a mobility transition with cycling at its core. This includes the goal of achieving more climate protection, safety, health, and quality of life in Hamburg. ADFC is politically neutral but partisan when it comes to the interests of cyclists[2][3].

• Mobility Transition and Climate Protection: ADFC Hamburg advocates for sustainable mobility and the expansion of cycling infrastructure to reduce CO2 emissions and improve the quality of life in the city[1][2].
• Safety and Vision Zero: A central initiative is the demand for a "Vision Zero," where no people die or are seriously injured in road traffic. This includes vigils, memorial rides, and the dissemination of safety rules and aspects[1].
• Health and Quality of Life: By promoting cycling as a healthy and sustainable mode of transportation, ADFC Hamburg contributes to the health and well-being of the population[2][3].