🚲 Sticking With European E-Bikes
European e-bike manufacturers are renowned for their commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability. Brands such as Riese & MĂĽller, Gazelle, Cube, Orbea, Moustache, and Haibike offer a diverse range of electric bicycles designed to meet various needs, from urban commuting to off-road adventures.
Opting for a European e-bike ensures access to local support, comprehensive warranty coverage, and readily available spare parts, facilitating long-term maintenance and reliability. Moreover, purchasing from European brands supports local economies, upholds stringent environmental and labor standards, and contributes to the advancement of sustainable transportation solutions.
✅ Here’s our shortlist of top European e-bike brands. We got some great help from this amazing Danish Electric Bikes Facebook Group when compiling this list! Tak to Lisbet and everyone else!
Riese & MĂĽller
Known for: Premium commuter, touring, and cargo e-bikes (high-end designs with dual-battery options).
Employees: R & M employes around 900 people. Assembled in: MĂĽhltal, Germany
Motors & Batteries: Primarily utilizes Bosch eBike Systems for both motors and batteries.
Availibility: Via authorized e-bike dealers worldwide (no direct online sales)​.
https://www.r-m.de
Gazelle
Known for: Dutch-style city and trekking e-bikes (comfortable everyday commuters).
Employees: Ca 550 employees. Assembled in: Dieren, Netherlands,
Motors & Batteries: Equipped with Bosch mid-drive motors and corresponding Bosch batteries.
Availibility: Through bike shops and Gazelle’s own Experience Centers; also available via official website in some regions​.
https://www.gazellebikes.com
Haibike
Known for: Electric mountain bikes (e-MTBs) and trekking e-bikes (pioneers of off-road e-performance).
Employees: Around 300 employees. Assembled in: Schweinfurt, Germany,
Motors & Batteries: Offers models with both Bosch and Yamaha drive systems, including motors and batteries.
Availibility: Sold by many bicycle retailers (part of Accell Group’s dealer network)
https://www.haibike.com
Orbea
Known for: Performance-focused e-bikes (e-road and e-MTB) plus urban models.
Employees: 1000+. Assembled in: Portugal and Spain.
Motors & Batteries: Uses Shimano Steps systems for motors and batteries, particularly in their Gain series.
Availibility: Through authorized dealers globally (with online order & local pickup options)
https://www.orbea.com
Canyon
Known for: High-performance e-bikes, including road, mountain, and hybrid models, sold directly to consumers.
Assembly Location: Assembled in Koblenz, Germany.
Motors & Batteries: Utilizes Bosch and Shimano systems, depending on the model.
Availability: Direct-to-consumer sales through their official website.
https://www.canyon.com
Cube
Known for: Broad lineup e-MTB, e-road, city/trekking e-bikes (strong value and reliability)​.
Employees: Over 700 employees. Assembled in: Germany and Czechia
Motors & Batteries: Integrates Bosch drive units and batteries in their e-bike models.
Availibility: Widely available at independent bike shops and sport retailers worldwide​
https://www.cube.eu
Bergamont
Known for: Urban, trekking, and cargo e-bikes with a focus on innovative design and urban mobility.
Assembly Location: Assembled in Germany.
Motors & Batteries: Primarily utilizes Bosch eBike Systems.
Availability: Sold through authorized dealers; no direct online sales.
https://www.bergamont.com
Koga
Known for: High-end touring and commuter e-bikes, handcrafted with attention to detail.
Assembly Location: Assembled in the Netherlands.
Motors & Batteries: Primarily utilizes Bosch eBike Systems.
Availability: Sold through authorized dealers; no direct online sales.
Brompton
Known for: Iconic folding bikes for city travel (compact fold, with an electric-assist version).
Employees: Bromton employs over 800 employees in the UK.
Motors & Batteries: Employs a custom front-hub motor developed in collaboration with Williams Advanced Engineering and a detachable battery pack
Availibility: Sold via a global network of dealers and Brompton Junction brand stores; also direct online shop
https://global.brompton.com
Moustache Bikes
Known for: Premium e-bikes across various categories, including urban, trekking, mountain, and cargo bikes.
Assembly Location: Assembled in Thaon-les-Vosges, France.
Motors & Batteries: Exclusively uses Bosch eBike Systems.
Availability: Sold through a network of over 500 dealers worldwide; no direct online sales.
https://moustachebikes.com
Leader Fox
Known for: Affordable e-bikes, including city, trekking, and mountain models, designed and assembled in-house.
Assembly Location: Assembled in České Budějovice, Czech Republic.
Motors & Batteries: Utilizes various systems, including Bafang and Panasonic, depending on the model.
Availability: Sold through dealers and the company's own e-shop.
https://www.leaderfox.cz
Kalkhoff
Known for: Reliable commuter and trekking e-bikes with a long-standing history in bicycle manufacturing.
Assembly Location: Assembled in Cloppenburg, Germany.
Motors & Batteries: Primarily utilizes Bosch and Shimano systems.
Availability: Sold through authorized dealers; no direct online sales.
https://www.kalkhoff-bikes.com
Scott
Known for: Innovative e-bikes across various disciplines, including mountain, road, and urban categories.
Assembly Location: Assembled in Givisiez, Switzerland.
Motors & Batteries: Utilizes Bosch and Shimano systems, depending on the model.
Availability: Sold through authorized dealers; no direct online sales.
https://www.scott-sports.com
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