Hercules Bicycle

Hercules is one of Germany's most historic and enduring bicycle brands, founded in 1886 by Carl Marschütz in Nuremberg. For over a century, the brand has been synonymous with quality engineering, transitioning from high-wheel bicycles and motorcycles to modern high-performance e-bikes (pedelecs).

Today, Hercules operates as a premium brand under the umbrella of the Zweirad-Einkaufs-Genossenschaft (ZEG). Production is largely concentrated in Germany to maintain high quality-control standards, though some components and assembly processes may occur in other European regions. The brand remains a leader in the trekking, city, and folding bike segments, known for integrating advanced drive systems like Bosch and Shimano into their designs.