Welcome to Munich, a metropolis that boasts an outstanding quality of life and is one of Europe’s most dynamic regions. A mix of large companies, SMEs and startups makes for a highly competitive economy.

High-quality cultural offerings – including world-famous orchestras, museums and playhouses – combine with Munich’s laid-back lifestyle, beer gardens, parks, lakes and close proximity to the Alps to attract youthful talent from beyond Germany’s borders. Excellent universities provide resident companies with a guaranteed influx of highly qualified specialists.

Munich’s first-class research organizations interlock closely with the high-tech industry, enabling innovation to be translated quickly into marketable products. Global players and youthful high-tech firms establish Munich as a research hub that commands worldwide respect. Heavy research spending guarantees that Munich will continue to help shape the future, especially in AI and IoT.