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Fast connections

Right in the middle also means: short distances. We are located in the border triangle of Hesse, Bavaria and Thuringia. At the same time, the region scores points for its proximity to the Rhine-Main region. By car or train, you can reach the airport in just under an hour. By the way: Fulda is also an ICE junction. For you, this means that you can be in Berlin, Hamburg, Munich or Cologne in just over three hours by train. And the A66 joins the A7 north-south axis at the Fulda triangle.

With us you get ahead

To ensure the success of our economy, we are constantly developing the infrastructure - from innovative public transportation to a network of bike paths and road construction to hydrogen filling stations. Well-developed industrial sites and business parks are available in all cities and communities for expansion and relocation. And we are also at the forefront of digitization: With 50 Mbit/s coverage of 97.5 percent of all households, we were already in fifth place among all counties nationwide in 2020.

With us you get ahead

To ensure the success of our economy, we are constantly developing the infrastructure - from innovative public transportation to a network of bike paths and road construction to hydrogen filling stations. Well-developed industrial sites and business parks are available in all cities and communities for expansion and relocation. And we are also at the forefront of digitization: With 50 Mbit/s coverage of 97.5 percent of all households, we were already in fifth place among all counties nationwide in 2020.

Healthy industry mix

The flagship of our region convinces with a healthy mix of industries. Our business location is enriched by a large number of committed companies: From direct agricultural marketers and reliable craft businesses to family-owned companies and global players. And we are also attracting attention to the region in the area of high-tech: almost 10 million euros in federal funding was provided for robot cars from Fulda.

Political continuity

The political conditions here have been stable for many years. This enables detailed work on projects - and a good relationship between politics and business. Continuity therefore automatically ensures reliable planning for the future in the companies, enabling sites to be operated successfully and jobs to be secured.

Political continuity

The political conditions here have been stable for many years. This enables detailed work on projects - and a good relationship between politics and business. Continuity therefore automatically ensures reliable planning for the future in the companies, enabling sites to be operated successfully and jobs to be secured.

Lifelong learning

From children's academies to universities - we love learning. This is also good news for the economy, because our workforce is highly trained and in great demand. And to ensure that the transition goes smoothly, we also do our utmost for young people looking for an internship: The dating portal "Internship Week" was promptly rewarded with the Hessian Founders' Prize. Found an apprenticeship? At the pings trainee campus, we also provide young people with a safe living environment at the same time.

Welcome culture

No one is alone here for long! The people of Hessen have always been sociable and the people of Eastern Hessen are real team players. We live a welcoming culture, we all pull together and we stand by our word. This often surprises newcomers just as positively as our distinctive networking culture. We like to exchange ideas - because those who learn from each other also benefit from each other.

Welcome culture

No one is alone here for long! The people of Hessen have always been sociable and the people of Eastern Hessen are real team players. We live a welcoming culture, we all pull together and we stand by our word. This often surprises newcomers just as positively as our distinctive networking culture. We like to exchange ideas - because those who learn from each other also benefit from each other.

Here life has quality

Skilled workers really feel at home here - and remain loyal to the region for a long time. This is due to a distinctive corporate culture, but also to an unbeatable quality of life. Our gastronomy is dominated by passionate hosts. In addition to an extensive cultural program, there are numerous recreational opportunities. In addition, community and customs are lived here, making our vacation region a real feel-good region with culinary highlights.

Down to earth prices

Here you simply get more for your money! The cost of living and wages are quite respectable compared to the German metropolises. Land and real estate prices are also at a reasonable level. At the same time, the region is on the upswing, which makes investments pleasantly sustainable.

Down to earth prices

Here you simply get more for your money! The cost of living and wages are quite respectable compared to the German metropolises. Land and real estate prices are also at a reasonable level. At the same time, the region is on the upswing, which makes investments pleasantly sustainable.

We are Meeting Point

On a business trip, sooner or later everyone passes Fulda by car or train. Due to its central location, the baroque city is therefore an extremely popular trade fair and conference location. For decades, the RETTmobil has been held here every year as the leading international trade fair for rescue and mobility with exhibitors from 25 countries and visitors from 50 countries - some even come with their emergency vehicles.

Why
Fulda region?

A medium-sized city surrounded by an attractive rural area with a fascinating history and a rosy future are not bad general conditions for a business location. We wanted to know from business people why they chose the Fulda region:

Barbara Gronauer

Management consultant from Hanover

"We are happy every time we can enjoy the beautiful location and a trip to the Wasserkuppe with our participants."

Malte citizen

stafftastic co-founder and young man from Fulda

"Internship week brings students and companies together. Fulda was exactly the right starting place for our innovation; nowhere else would we have gotten into doing so quickly."

Michél Günther

Founder (The Ice Saints) and Green Food Practice Partner

"Sustainability, regionality, environmental protection and social responsibility turn food into unadulterated joie de vivre. With these attributes, you can be economically successful here and a role model for others."

Tim spring

Tim Frühling, moderator and book author from Frankfurt

"Here I met people everywhere who were really up for it. And they all know each other. Networks are inevitably created and lived."

Michael Konow

IHK Managing Director and native Rhinelander

"Fulda is a region of short distances and is located in the heart of the republic, which benefits me as a frequent traveler. And since my arrival, I regularly buy from the agricultural direct marketers no."

Lars Ruppel

Berlin poetry slammer rhymes Fulda love

"To be found in the middle of the history book. In the middle of connecting everything. In the middle of going from A to B, in the middle of making an idea come true."

Why
Fulda region?

A medium-sized city surrounded by an attractive rural area with a fascinating history and a rosy future are not bad general conditions for a business location. We wanted to know from business people why they chose the Fulda region:

Barbara Gronauer

Management consultant from Hanover

"We are happy every time we can enjoy the beautiful location and a trip to the Wasserkuppe with our participants."

Malte citizen

stafftastic co-founder and young man from Fulda

"Internship week brings students and companies together. Fulda was exactly the right starting place for our innovation; nowhere else would we have gotten into doing so quickly."

Michél Günther

Founder (The Ice Saints) and Green Food Practice Partner

"Sustainability, regionality, environmental protection and social responsibility turn food into unadulterated joie de vivre. With these attributes, you can be economically successful here and a role model for others."

Tim spring

Tim Frühling, moderator and book author from Frankfurt

"Here I met people everywhere who were really up for it. And they all know each other. Networks are inevitably created and lived."

Michael Konow

IHK Managing Director and native Rhinelander

"Fulda is a region of short distances and is located in the heart of the republic, which benefits me as a frequent traveler. And since my arrival, I regularly buy from the agricultural direct marketers no."

Lars Ruppel

Berlin poetry slammer rhymes Fulda love

"To be found in the middle of the history book. In the middle of connecting everything. In the middle of going from A to B, in the middle of making an idea come true."

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