City of Heidelberg

The Sunny Valley Heidelberg – Where the air you breath is science and innovation
Heidelberg is a leading international hub for science and innovation, home to over 200 research institutions including four Max Planck Institutes, the German Cancer Research Center, and the European Molecular Biology Laboratory. With around 38,000 students and multiple Nobel laureates connected to the city, Heidelberg combines a resilient, diverse economy with a dynamic startup ecosystem focused on AI, life sciences, and biotechnology. Recognized alongside major European innovation centers, Heidelberg fosters strong collaboration between academia and industry, driving advancements that shape the future of technology and economic growth worldwide.