Key Competitive Attractions
Wiesbaden is the capital of Hessen, located in south-west Germany. In addition to the 275,000 inhabitants of Wiesbaden, about 10,000 US citizens live here, mostly associated with the US military and the nearby Rhein-Main Airbase. Together with Frankfurt and Mainz, Wiesbaden is part of the Frankfurt Rhine Main Region, a metropolitan area inhabited by about 5.8 million people.
Wiesbaden's key business sector is the services industry, with many consulting firms, insurance companies and communications and media agencies based here. Over 80% of Wiesbaden's workforce covered by social security are employed in the tertiary sector. Other key sectors include IT & Technology as well as food and drink production, notably wine.
Wiesbaden is well known for its hot springs and spa, as well as for its casino.
Assistance and Support For New Business Investors
The Wiesbaden Economic Development Team offers a number of services, including:
- Site enquiries (advisory service)
- Expansion and moving (site advice and real estate procurement)
- Permit procedures (building and/or operating permits, concessions)
- Enquiries from foreign companies (for expatriates and companies interested in relocating)
