Purple Ride Zubringer zur Sterndemo 12.9.2026 | Bike Demo (FLINTA* & queer men only)

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On September 12, 2026—one week before the Berlin election—we’ll converge on the Rotes Rathaus from all districts in a star-shaped formation. Seven themed protest marches will unite the struggles and demands of Berlin’s civil society into a single message:

It’s time for change!

The protest marches cover the full spectrum of our activism—from climate protection to social justice and the mobility transition, to anti-racism, feminism, and the protection of democracy. Together, we’re taking a stand against division and for a city built on solidarity and openness to the world.

The Purple Ride shuttle’s motto is: Time for a change—Safe streets for everyone, including FLINTA*s!

Mobility is political—it reflects patriarchal power structures. Transportation and urban planning determine who can move safely, visibly, and autonomously in public spaces. The mobility realities of FLINTA* people have long been ignored. A just transportation transition requires a holistic, feminist perspective. We want to move away from a car-centric infrastructure toward a just mobility policy that serves everyone—especially cyclists and pedestrians. Sexist hostility and inadequate infrastructure highlight how urgently protection, visibility, and safety are needed.

Unlike usual Purple Ride events, this ride is not only for all FLINTA*—women, lesbians, inter, non-binary, trans, and agender people (AFAB & AMAB)—but this time also for queer men (starting at the Großer Stern; on other feeder routes, everyone else is welcome to join as well). Let’s get on our bikes together for equality, diversity, and a feminist future! 

Feel free to wear purple and decorate your bikes with posters to spread our messages throughout the city.

We’re still looking for marshals—if you’re interested, feel free to message us at @purplerideberlin on Instagram!

More info on the Star Demo: www.sterndemo.de

Purple Ride on Instagram: @purplerideberlin 

Ride Details

12:30 p.m. Meet at Mariannenplatz
1:00 p.m. Start of the bike rally
2:00 p.m. Meet up with the other groups at Großer Stern; ride together to the Rotes Rathaus
4:00 p.m.: Closing rally at the Rotes Rathaus

Feeder Route: Mariannenplatz at the fire department fountain – Mariannenstraße – Skalitzer Straße – Kottbusser Tor – Kottbusser Damm – Hermannplatz – Hasenheide – Südstern – Gneisenaustraße - Yorckstraße - Kulmer Straße - Bülowstraße - Kleiststraße - Wittenbergplatz - Tauentzienstraße - Joachimsthaler Straße - Hardenbergstraße - Ernst-Reuter-Platz - Straße des 17. Juni - Großer Stern (https://bkrtr.de/HGmYb)

Following that: Joint route for all bike rallies: Großer Stern – Hofjägerallee – Klingelhöferstraße – Lützowufer – Reichpietschufer – Hallesches Ufer – Lindenstraße – Axel-Springer-Straße - Leipziger Straße - Gertraudenstraße - Breite Straße - Schloßplatz - Rotes Rathaus

(see here for all routes: https://sterndemo.de/karte.html) 

Demonstration Rules

• Police vehicle with a yellow flag = lead vehicle; please do not pass it—otherwise you will no longer be part of the demonstration
• Police vehicle with a green flag = rear vehicle; please do not fall behind it—otherwise you will no longer be part of the demonstration
• Please always keep the opposite lane clear
• Leave space on the left side for police and marshals
• Traffic laws do not apply within the demonstration (e.g., red lights); police instructions take precedence
• Sidewalks are off-limits, and bike paths should remain clear for non-participants

--- English version ---

On September 12, 2026—one week before the Berlin elections—we will converge from all districts in a star-shaped formation at the Rotes Rathaus. Seven themed demonstration marches will bring together the struggles and demands of Berlin’s civil society into one shared message:

Time to turn things around!

The marches cover the full spectrum of our advocacy—from climate protection, social justice, and the transportation transition to anti-racism, feminism, and the protection of democracy. Together, we are sending a strong signal against division and for a city built on solidarity and open-mindedness.

The Purple Ride feeder ride is taking place under the motto: Time to turn things around—safe streets for everyone, including FLINTA*s!

Mobility is political—it reflects patriarchal power structures. Transportation and urban planning determine who can move through public space safely, visibly, and autonomously. The mobility realities of FLINTA* people have long been ignored. A just transportation transition requires a holistic, feminist perspective. We want to move away from car-centered infrastructure toward a fair mobility policy that works for everyone—especially cyclists and pedestrians. Sexist harassment and inadequate infrastructure highlight the urgent need for protection, visibility, and safety.

Unlike the Purple Ride’s usual format, this ride is not only open to all FLINTA* people—women, lesbians, inter, non-binary, trans, and agender people (AFAB & AMAB)—but this time also to queer men. Starting at the Großer Stern and at the other feeder rides, everyone else is welcome to join as well. Let’s get on our bikes together—for equality, diversity, and a feminist future!

Feel free to wear purple and decorate your bikes with posters to spread our messages throughout the city.

We’re still looking for marshals and route guides—if you’d like to help, feel free to message us on Instagram at @purplerideberlin!

More information about the star demonstration: www.sterndemo.de 

Purple Ride on Instagram: @purplerideberlin

Demonstration details

12:30 Meet at Mariannenplatz 
1:00 p.m. Start of the Purple Ride bike demonstration  
2:00 p.m. Meet up with the other feeder rides at Großer Stern, followed by a joint bike ride to the Rotes Rathaus  
4:00 p.m. Closing rally at the Rotes Rathaus

Feeder ride route: Mariannenplatz at the Feuerwehrbrunnen – Mariannenstraße – Skalitzer Straße – Kottbusser Tor – Kottbusser Damm – Hermannplatz – Hasenheide – Südstern – Gneisenaustraße – Yorckstraße – Kulmer Straße – Bülowstraße – Kleiststraße – Wittenbergplatz – Tauentzienstraße – Joachimsthaler Straße – Hardenbergstraße – Ernst-Reuter-Platz – Straße des 17. Juni – Großer Stern (https://bkrtr.de/HGmYb)

Joint route of all bike demonstrations: Großer Stern – Hofjägerallee – Klingelhöferstraße – Lützowufer – Reichpietschufer – Hallesches Ufer – Lindenstraße – Axel-Springer-Straße – Leipziger Straße – Gertraudenstraße – Breite Straße – Schloßplatz – Rotes Rathaus

See the full route map here: https://sterndemo.de/karte.html 

Demonstration Rules

• A police vehicle with a yellow flag is the lead vehicle; please do not pass it—otherwise you will no longer be part of the demonstration

• A police vehicle with a green flag is the rear vehicle; please do not fall behind it—otherwise you will no longer be part of the demonstration.

• Please keep the opposite lane clear at all times.

• Space should be left along the left-hand side for the police and marshals.

• German traffic regulations do not apply within the demonstration—for example, at red lights; police instructions take precedence instead.

• Sidewalks are off-limits, and bike paths should remain clear for people who are not participating.