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Deutsche Bahn Adds 'Umgebung' Map to DB Navigator for Last‑Mile Bikes and Scooters

Rentals remain in partner apps via links or QR codes.

Overview

  • DB Navigator now displays nearby shared vehicles at destination stations, showing Call‑a‑Bike bicycles and Dott e‑scooters on an interactive map.
  • Users select a vehicle and tap the “Zur Buchung” button to open the provider app, as booking within DB Navigator is not available.
  • An integrated QR scanner supports unlocking, with the actual rental handled in the provider’s app.
  • Launch partners are limited to Call‑a‑Bike for bikes and Dott for scooters, with coverage cited at 16,000+ bikes in 80+ cities and 250,000 vehicles in 427 cities (105 in Germany).
  • The feature is live but rolling out progressively, so some users may need to update the app or wait for activation.