Key Competitive Attractions
Hessen is a central region of Germany. The capital is Wiesbaden, the largest city is Frankfurt am Main. The region of Hessen enjoys a strategic, central, geographical location and proximity to key European markets, reaching 35 million people within a 200 kilometre radius.
Companies located in Hessen benefit from efficient communications infrastructure. Frankfurt Airport is Europe’s largest cargo airport, and the second largest in terms of passenger volume. Frankfurt’s main railway station has the highest volume of passengers in Europe.
There are more international and multinational companies headquartered in Hessen than in any other German region. Frankfurt is Europe’s most important financial centre. In addition to the European Central Bank, the world’s largest futures exchange, Eurex, as well as the world’s third largest stock exchange is also based in Frankfurt. The city is also a frequent host of large trade fairs such as the International Motorcar Exhibition or the annual Frankfurt Book Fair.
