As European cities seek innovative ways to reduce transport emissions and encourage sustainable travel, Kraków has taken an important step forward through the metaCCAZE project. On 30 September, the city opened LajkHub, a new mobility hub located near Hala Targowa and the SKA Grzegórzki transport interchange, bringing together e-bike sharing, cargo bike rental and public transport connections in a single location.
Two sustainable mobility services are available now as part of LajkHub: the new Park-e-Bike station and the LajkBike Cargo lending service. The first is Park-e-Bike, a free electric bike rental service that enables residents and rail passengers arriving in the city centre to continue their journey by e-bike. The second is LajkBike Cargo, a cargo bike lending service that allows users to borrow cargo bikes for transporting goods and everyday deliveries. Applications for the service are now open, and bikes can be collected and returned directly at LajkHub.
By bringing together public transport, free electric bike rental service and cargo bike rental in a single location, LajkHub supports more integrated and sustainable urban mobility.
E-bikes for last-mile travel
The new Park-e-Bike station provides travellers arriving by train with a convenient and sustainable option for the final part of their journey.
During the launch event on 30 September, residents were able to complete the user verification process on site and immediately borrow an e-bike. To facilitate this, Zarząd Transportu Publicznego w Krakowie (ZTP) operated a temporary service point next to the station, allowing the entire process to be completed in a single visit. The strong interest shown during the first hours of operation highlighted the demand for accessible and connected mobility services, with residents quickly making use of the available e-bikes.
Cargo bikes for urban transport
The opening of LajkHub also marked the launch of the LajkBike Cargo service. Following the submission of an application, users complete the required training before collecting their cargo bike either at LajkHub or at the ZTP service centre. The service provides a zero-emission option for transporting goods and larger loads within the city.
Learning from users
Kraków has also completed the first measurement round of the research conducted through the metaCCAZE mobility app. The app enables participants to record their travel behaviour and provide feedback through dedicated surveys. The collected insights will help the city better understand mobility needs and travel patterns, while supporting the further development of the LajkBike Cargo service and future mobility hubs. The first measurement round was carried out in September, with a second round planned for October.
A hub for sustainable mobility
By connecting public transport, cycling, micromobility and zero-emission urban logistics in one location, LajkHub contributes to Kraków’s transition towards a more connected, user-centred and low-emission mobility system.
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