by the ways GmbH
by the ways GmbH is a travel tech startup from Berlin offering a road trip planning app that helps car travelers discover hidden and interesting places along their routes.
About
by the ways GmbH is a technology startup based in Berlin that has developed an innovative travel planning app for people traveling by car, van, or RV. The app allows users to discover interesting destinations, local attractions, and hidden gems along their routes that are typically overlooked by conventional map or travel guide services. The service aims to make road trips more adventurous, sustainable, and spontaneous, benefiting both travelers and lesser-known regional hosts. Founded by Jannes Köpcke, Johannes Berding, and Lena Berding, by the ways launched its mobile app in January 2022, with a mission to transform the way road trips and long car journeys are planned and experienced.
Products & Services
- by the ways mobile app for iOS and Android
- Personal trip planning service (Trip Service)
- Route recommendations and real-time suggestions
- Exportable and shareable itineraries
- B2B route planning and content automation solution for partners
Use Cases & Case Studies
- Sunny Cars: Large-scale automated routing and personalized trip recommendations for rental car customers throughout Europe.
- VanSite: Route-based discovery and booking of camping spots for van/camper travelers, improving user search and engagement via by the ways technology.
Partnerships & Collaborations
- Sunny Cars International GmbH (integration of trip planning/recommendations into Sunny2Go app)
- VanSite (integration for route-based micro-camping search and trip inspiration)
- EXIST (startup grant)
- Senate Department for Education, Youth and Family Berlin
- European Social Fund (ESF)
Awards & Recognition
- TIC & VIR Travel Start-up Night, 2nd Nov. 2021