Erlangen City Department for Work and Business Development
Key Competitive Attractions
Erlangen is located in the Middle Franconian part of Bavaria and has a population of just over 100,000 inhabitants. A recent regional ranking by the New Market Economy Initiative ranks Erlangen at 7th position of 409 business location in Germany. Erlangen is one of the most important business locations for Siemens, with with numerous branches and subsidiaries in the industry, energy and healthcare sectors located here. Siemens conducts over 90% of its global business from Erlangen.
The renowned Erlangen-Nuremberg university works closely with the economic sector, particularly in its key research areas of science, technology and medicine. Erlangen is also known nationwide for its highly qualified workforce.
Assistance and Support For New Business Investors
The Erlangen Business Development Team offers the following services:
- Information about Erlangen as a business location
- Advice about funding options for your business
- Help in finding suitable business premises
- Help and advice in dealing with local authorities
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Facilitating contacts to local business partners, networks and more






