
The Bayer 04 Schwadbus has been in service since August 2016 and is proved to be a hit with young and old alike in its many appearances. The English double-decker, built in 1963, has been restored and now bears the club colours of red and black.
From the start of April, the black and red double-decker is now finally available to hire. Whether it's for a wedding, stag night or a birthday. The Bayer 04 Schwadbus has 21 seats, a music system complete with microphone, a TV and a stage built into it. The roof can also be opened in good weather.
Experience this unique ride with our nostalgic double-decker and turn your celebration into an unforgettable occasion. For further information contact us by telephone on 0049 (0)214 8660 194 or via email on schwadbus@bayer04.de.


In mid-August, the Werkself will set off on a four-day trip to England to play their final two friendly matches of the 2026/27 pre-season against Premier League clubs Nottingham Forest and Newcastle United. The match in Nottingham against the Tricky Trees is on Wednesday 12 August at 20:45 CEST (19:45 BST) at the City Ground. The game against the Magpies in Newcastle is on Saturday 15 August at 16:00 CEST (15:00 BST) at the atmospheric St James’ Park. Details on ticket sales for both matches.
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Black and Red talent development at the highest level – even off the pitch: Apprentices Jule Suermann, Leandra Bellia and Julia Niederheide have successfully completed their two- or three-year apprenticeships at the club. Bayer 04 honoured the trio at the BayArena on Tuesday.
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The Germany U19 team were beaten 2-0 by record champions Spain in the final of the U19 European Championship in Wales. Bayer 04 players Montrell Culbreath and Francis Onyeka (on loan at SV 07 Elversberg) were in the starting line-up and played the full 90 minutes.
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Bayer 04 Women have boosted their firepower with the signing of Poland international Paulina Tomasiak. The 24-year-old striker moves to Leverkusen from Gornik Leczna in her homeland on a two-year contract.
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