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At the 46th Volksradfahren in Thüle, Matthias Keck from Bersenbrück attracted attention with his self-built 'electric bike camper'. He reported on his life on wheels.
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At the 46th Volksradfahren in Thüle, Matthias Keck from Bersenbrück attracted attention with his self-built 'electric bike camper'. He reported on his...
At the 46th Volksradfahren in Thüle, Matthias Keck from Bersenbrück attracted attention with his self-built 'electric bike camper'. He reported on his life on wheels.
Updated: 01.08.2026
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