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Discover the Highlights

Tours Home Tours On this tour we will visit the most important locations in Berlin. We’ll see the old buildings from the Prussian era, show you typical former GDR locations and talk about the impact of World War II on the city, of course with our trademark stories. Berlin is a fascinating city and there’s […]

Hidden Berlin

The other side of the city On this tour we’ll see differences and similarities between former East and West. Some of those differences are still very visible but there are also similarities between the different boroughs. We’ll talk about Prussian era, WW-II, former GDR times and Berlin today. You’ll get to know the city as […]

Cold War Tour

A divided metropolis On this bike tour we will show you how the wall was built and how it came down, where it once stood and we will show you parts of the Wall that are still there. You will get stories about how the GDR government tried to keep their people under control, the […]

Jewish history tour

Darkness and light On this tour, we will visit the most important locations in Jewish Berlin. You will hear about Jewish life in the 18th and 19th century, the free and vivid tales of Berlin’s golden years and gain a deeper understanding of the devastation of the holocaust. Berlin is a fascinating city with a […]

Lgbt Berlin

Know your “queerstory” Don’t settle for a walking tour through the area you probably already know. There is much more than the Weimar drag club Eldorado or Bruno’s store. Let us surprise you by showing you many of our Gay historical sights in the city centre; such as Bebel Platz, Brandenburg Gate, Magnus Hirschfeld Ufer […]

Music highlights tour

Tours Home Tours Music Highlights Tour History has its soundtrack Like in most movies historical events and life in general have a ‘soundtrack’ that supports them. It’s almost like there is an ‘anthem’ to an event. This is especially the case with the Berlin History. All the big events that changed the local -but also […]

Your new adventure starts at Doggybag Tours!

Are you Dutch speaking and looking for a unique opportunity to work in beautiful Berlin and Potsdam? At Doggybag Tours you will guide enthusiastic tourists on unforgettable bike tours through the city.

Whether you have experience or not, we'll make sure you learn everything you need to bring Berlin to life in a truly special way.

Why work at Doggybag Tours?

- Excellent salary:

- Contract basis : Starting salary is €17.50 per hour, increasing to €25 per hour.

- Freelance : Fees from €80 to €125 per tour, depending on experience. ​

Flexible onboarding : Start your training from home with our online learning materials. Upon arrival in Berlin, you'll be fully on-site within a week. ​

- Career Opportunities : In addition to bicycle guide positions, we have vacancies for management roles, such as assistant manager, and a bicycle mechanic position. ​

- A friendly team : With us, you're more than just a colleague; you're part of a family. ​

- Working in Berlin and Potsdam : Two beautiful cities that will become your workplace. ​

What We’re Looking For

Dutch-speaking guides who enjoy telling stories and working with people. Enthusiastic team players with a passion for Berlin. Available to guide tours in Berlin and Potsdam from spring. Would you like to join Doggybag Tours?

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Fill out our form or send us a message. Start your adventure today. Complete our application form or send us a message. We look forward to receiving your application!

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Vacature: Assistant Manager Doggybag Tours

Challenging management position with a twist

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to combine your management skills with your passion for travel and culture?

At Doggybag Tours, we are looking for a versatile and dedicated Assistant Manager who can support our team and is ready to step in as a guide when needed.

As Assistant Manager, you'll be the right hand of our management and a vital part of our team. You'll ensure everything runs smoothly, both in the office and during our tours.

You're responsible, flexible, and ready to take over or resolve tasks as needed. Whether it's coordinating guides, handling unexpected challenges, or leading a tour yourself, you're the ultimate standby.

What does your role entail?

- Management and coordination: You support daily operational tasks, plan tours, manage guides and maintain the high quality of our tours.

- Stand-by guide: You step in as a guide when needed and support the team on location.

- Sense of responsibility: You are a natural leader who can replace management in their absence and monitor day-to-day operations. ​

- Transport and logistics: You are responsible for transporting bicycles and materials with our vans and ensuring that everything is on time and in the right place. ​

What do we offer you?

Competitive full-time salary: A compensation that matches your responsibilities and commitment. Diverse role: No two days are the same! Combine office work with guiding inspiring bike tours in Berlin and Potsdam. Career opportunities: Strengthen your management skills and contribute to the growth of Doggybag Tours. A close-knit team: Work in a warm, informal environment where passion and fun are central. Working in Berlin and Potsdam: The most beautiful cities become your workplace.

What We’re Looking For

You are Dutch-speaking (English is a plus) and passionate about Berlin. You have demonstrable management experience or experience in a coordinating role. You have a strong sense of responsibility and are a natural problem-solver . A category B driver's license is required, and you are familiar with driving vans. A combined BE driver's license is a significant advantage. You are flexible, stress-resistant , and can quickly switch between different tasks. You are willing to combine management duties with guiding.

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Become a key player in the success of Doggybag Tours and grow with us in a dynamic and inspiring company. Complete our application form or send us a message. We look forward to receiving your application!

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Job Opportunity: Bike Mechanic & Tour Guide (Full-Time)

Location: Berlin
Languages: Dutch, German, or English

Experience Required: Nexus Hub Gears & E-Bikes

EAre you a skilled bike mechanic with a passion for storytelling and Berlin’s rich history?

Join Doggybag Tours in a unique dual role where you’ll maintain our fleet of bicycles and/or lead tourists on unforgettable bike tours through Berlin and Potsdam.

This combined position offers variety, growth, and a competitive salary tailored to your skills in both mechanics and guiding.

What We Offer:

Competitive Pay:

As a bike mechanic: €13.50–€17.50 per hour, based on experience. As a tour guide: Starting at €17.50 per hour, with opportunities to grow.

Combined, this position offers an attractive full-time income.

Variety & Flexibility: Alternate between hands-on mechanical tasks and leading exciting bike tours. Growth Opportunities: Gain experience in technical bike maintenance and customer-facing guiding roles. Dynamic Team: Join an international, supportive, and enthusiastic team. Explore Berlin: Discover the city while sharing its history and culture with others. ​

Your Responsibilities

Bike Mechanic Tasks:

Maintain and repair our fleet, including Nexus hub gears and e-bike hub motors. Diagnose and resolve mechanical issues promptly and efficiently. Ensure all bikes are safe, functional, and tour-ready.

Tour Guide Tasks: (if you so choose)

Lead groups of tourists on bike tours through Berlin and Potsdam. Share engaging stories about Berlin’s history, culture, and hidden gems. Provide excellent customer service, ensuring every tour is memorable.

What We’re Looking For

Technical Expertise: Proven experience with Nexus hub gears and e-bike hub motor systems. Strong troubleshooting and bike repair skills. Language Skills: Fluency in Dutch, German, or English (additional languages are a plus).

Personal Qualities:

Passion for Berlin and enthusiasm for sharing its stories. A flexible, hands-on attitude and ability to manage diverse responsibilities. Reliability and a strong sense of teamwork.

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Are you ready to combine your mechanical skills with a love for guiding people through Berlin? Apply today and become a part of the Doggybag Tours family!

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Vacature: Stagiair(e) bij Doggybag Tours – Berlijn

Locatie: Berlijn, Duitsland Stageperiode: In overleg (minimaal 3 maanden) Richtingen: Marketing, Toerisme, Bedrijfskunde, Communicatie, Onderwijs, Cultuurmanagement, IT/Digitalisering

Over Doggybag Tours

Doggybag Tours is een dynamisch en innovatief bedrijf in Berlijn dat unieke fietstours aanbiedt. Ons doel is om toeristen en scholieren te verbinden met de rijke geschiedenis en cultuur van Berlijn op een interactieve en inspirerende manier. We werken met een internationaal team en bieden een werkomgeving waarin jouw ideeën en initiatieven gewaardeerd worden.

Wat ga je doen?

Afhankelijk van jouw opleiding en interesses werk je mee aan uitdagende projecten binnen één van de volgende richtingen:

1. Marketing & Communicatie

Ontwikkelen en uitvoeren van social media-campagnes. Creëren van content (video’s, blogs, foto’s) om ons bereik te vergroten. Analyseren van onze doelgroep en trends in de toerismesector. Voorbeeldproject: Creëer een promotiecampagne voor een nieuwe educatieve tour gericht op scholen in Nederland en Vlaanderen.

2. Toerisme & Onderwijs

Ontwikkelen van educatieve tourconcepten voor scholieren en studenten. Samenwerken met docentenopleidingen en scholen om tours te verbinden met lesprogramma’s. Begeleiden en testen van proefgroepen tijdens nieuwe tours. Voorbeeldproject: Ontwikkel een interactieve tour over de Berlijnse Muur met werkbladen voor scholieren.

3. Bedrijfskunde & Management

Optimaliseren van interne processen zoals planningen en logistiek. Ondersteunen bij financiële analyses en strategische beslissingen. Voorbeeldproject: Voer een SWOT-analyse uit en presenteer aanbevelingen voor nieuwe markten.

4. IT/Digitalisering

Ontwikkelen van een interactieve app of digitale tools voor klanten. Integreren van gamification-elementen in onze tours. Voorbeeldproject: Creëer een zelfgeleide fietstour-app met interactieve opdrachten en quizzen.

Wat bieden wij?

Een inspirerende werkomgeving in Berlijn, een van de meest bruisende steden van Europa. Professionele begeleiding door ervaren teamleden. De ruimte om eigen projecten en ideeën uit te werken. Flexibele werktijden en een fijne werkplek. Korting op onze tours en evenementen.

Wie zoeken wij?

Studenten met een relevante opleiding in een van de bovengenoemde richtingen. Enthousiasme, zelfstandigheid en een passie voor Berlijn. Goede taalvaardigheden in Nederlands, Engels, of Duits. Teamspelers die graag hun kennis en vaardigheden in de praktijk willen brengen.

Stageprojecten op maat

Heb je specifieke leerdoelen of een idee voor een eigen stageproject? Wij staan open voor jouw initiatieven en helpen je graag bij het realiseren ervan.

Interesse?

Stuur je CV en motivatiebrief naar Planning@doggybagtours.de en geef aan welke richting jouw voorkeur heeft. Voor vragen kun je ons bereiken via dezelfde mail. We kijken uit naar jouw sollicitatie! Doggybag Tours – Fiets door de geschiedenis, leef de ervaring.