Urwahn Engineering GmbH
Urwahn Engineering GmbH manufactures premium, innovative, and customizable 3D-printed steel bio- and e-bikes in Germany.
About
Urwahn Engineering GmbH is a German company based in Magdeburg, specializing in the design and production of high-tech bio- and e-bikes with a distinctive, award-winning 3D-printed steel frame. With a focus on sustainability, modular design, and customization, Urwahn combines innovative technologies like additive manufacturing and integrated smart features (such as GPS tracking, LED lighting, and advanced drive trains) for both urban and gravel markets. Their approach emphasizes local, circular production, maximum configurability, and environmental responsibility through recyclable materials and efficient processes. The company’s mission is to transform urban and adventure mobility with functionally integrated, durable, and aesthetically striking bicycles that can be tailored to individual needs and corporate identities.
Products & Services
- 3D-printed steel bio-bikes (non-electric)
- 3D-printed steel e-bikes (electric bicycles)
- Urban bike (Stadtfuchs and other urban models)
- Gravel bike (Waldwiesel and related models)
- Custom bicycle configuration and manufacturing
- Bike leasing (for employees and individuals)
- Corporate design and co-branding bike fleets
- Frame kits and spare parts
- Accessories (luggage racks, fenders, lighting, locks, range extender, etc.)
- Refurbishment and recycling services
- Insurance brokerage for bikes in partnership with ENRA
- Bike test rides and personalized fittings
- Smart features integration (LED lighting, GPS tracking, app connectivity, theft protection)
- After-sales service and warranty packages
- Color and finish customization (RAL, special editions, reflective designs)
Use Cases & Case Studies
- Urban commuting
- Gravel/adventure riding and bikepacking
- Corporate bike fleet solutions
- Custom bike branding for companies and individuals
- E-bike leasing programs for employees
- Sustainable and circular manufacturing case studies
Partnerships & Collaborations
- MAHLE (e-bike motor technology)
- PINION (Smart Shift gearboxes)
- GATES Carbon Drive (belt drive systems)
- LightSKIN (integrated lighting technology)
- FIDLOCK (accessory mounting systems)
- Oerlikon (3D printing and special frame coatings)
- MCM (luxury co-branded limited edition)
- Vagabund Moto (special co-branded edition)
- KRÖM Kaffee (collaborative coffee project)
- ALBERTO (co-branded anniversary edition)
- VAUDE (sustainable bike apparel partnership)
- BREUNINGER (premium retail partnership)
- JOOL (leasing partnership, Scandinavia)
- JobRad, Deutsche Dienstrad, Bikeleasing, Lease-a-Bike, Eurorad, BusinessBike, Mein-Dienstrad (leasing providers)
- BICICLI (Berlin concept store/brand space)
- NEWURBAN (Hamburg flagship store in partnership with NU Retail GmbH)
Awards & Recognition
- Red Dot Product Design Award 2019, 2021
- Green Product Award 2021, 2025
- Deutscher Nachhaltigkeitspreis Design 2022
- MUSE Design Award 2025, 2022
- New York Design Award 2025
- IDA Design Award Gold Winner Outdoor Equipment 2022
- DNA Paris Design Award Product Design 2022
- European Product Design Award 2020, 2021
- 3D Pioneers Challenge Award Mobility 2021, 2020
- World Green Award 2022
- TIDA Design Award Industrial Design 2021-22
- Fit Sport Design Award Sport Equipment 2023
Contact Information
Certifications & Compliance
- DIN ISO 4210 (international bicycle safety standard)
- EPAC 15194 (electric bicycle safety standard)
- EN 4210
- Machinery Directive 2006/42/EG
- StVZO compliant (German road use standards)
- Frames tested by EFBE Prüfinstitut