Hesse is the heart of Germany and Europe's financial capital. With Frankfurt's skyline, the dense forests of the Taunus, and the historic charm of towns like Marburg, it offers a dynamic mix of global business and rich tradition.
"An Hessen führt kein Weg vorbei."
Capital
Wiesbaden
Population
6.3 million
Area
21,100 km²
Institutions
4+
Hesse offers a diverse landscape of higher education institutions: from world-class research universities to practice-oriented universities of applied sciences and specialized art academies.
Comprehensive universities and institutes of technology offering the full spectrum of academic disciplines, from humanities to engineering.
Strong in Finance, Law, and Economics (House of Finance)
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First autonomous university in Germany, specialized in engineering
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Famous for Life Sciences and Cultural Studies
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World's oldest Protestant university, founded in 1527
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Experience the unique traditions, festivals, and lifestyle that make Hesse special.
Frankfurt is the only German city with a massive skyline. It is the financial heart of the Eurozone, home to the ECB and the Stock Exchange.
The state's national drink. 'Ebbelwoi' is a tart cider traditionally served in a Bembel (stone jug) and drunk from a ribbed glass (Geripptes).
Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm lived and worked in Kassel and Hanau. Their world-famous fairy tales (Cinderella, Hansel & Gretel) originate here.
One of Germany's most prestigious wine regions, known globally for its Riesling. A landscape of rolling vineyards, castles, and the Rhine river.
The world's most important exhibition of modern art, taking place every five years in Kassel. It transforms the entire city into a living museum.
Wiesbaden and Bad Homburg are famous historic spa towns. Their thermal springs and casinos have attracted royalty and visitors for centuries.
Preparatory colleges that help international students qualify for German universities. Hesse has 2 public Studienkollegs with detailed information available.
| Company | Sector | Headquarters |
|---|---|---|
| Lufthansa | Aviation | Frankfurt |
| Deutsche Bank | Finance | Frankfurt |
| Merck | Pharma | Darmstadt |
| Fraport | Logistics | Frankfurt |
| Opel (Stellantis) | Automotive | Rüsselsheim |
| Fresenius | Healthcare | Bad Homburg |
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