Cycling is a very popular activity for holidays and leisure time: it fosters a sense of community, opens up new perspectives, and has been shown to encourage people to use bicycles more often in their daily lives. However, a well-developed cyling infrastructure is a key factor, as is ensuring the quality of the cycle paths.

Tourism and cycling tours have been a central part of Christian Tänzer's professional and personal life for many years. As a member of the Executive Board, he contributes his expertise in cycling tourism and his network of cycling and tourism contacts. He is committed to to ensuring a high-quality infrastructure and cycling tourism offers. On the Federal Executive Board, he is responsible for tourism and services. He is particularly invested in the 2025 Cycling Tourism Congress.