Saxony-Anhalt is a region of cultural awakening and modern innovation. From the cradle of the Reformation in Wittenberg to the birthplace of the Bauhaus movement in Dessau, it offers a rich history alongside a growing high-tech and renewable energy sector.
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Capital
Magdeburg
Population
2.2 million
Area
20,451 km²
Institutions
2+
Saxony-Anhalt 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.
One of the oldest universities in Germany, rich in tradition and research
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Strong focus on engineering, computer science, and medicine
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Experience the unique traditions, festivals, and lifestyle that make Saxony-Anhalt special.
The iconic Bauhaus building in Dessau is a UNESCO World Heritage site. It was the center of modern design and architecture in the 1920s.
The birthplace of the Reformation. Martin Luther nailed his 95 Theses to the door of the Castle Church here, changing history forever.
A mountain range full of legends, witches, and the Brocken peak. The Harz Narrow Gauge Railways offer a nostalgic steam train ride through the forests.
A remarkably preserved medieval town with over 1,300 half-timbered houses. Walking through its streets feels like stepping back in time.
A cultural capital known for the composer George Frideric Handel and the Nebra Sky Disc, the world's oldest known depiction of the cosmos.
The Dessau-Wörlitz Garden Realm is a stunning cultural landscape of English-style parks and palaces, recognized by UNESCO.
Preparatory colleges that help international students qualify for German universities. Saxony-Anhalt has 2 public Studienkollegs with detailed information available.
| Company | Sector | Headquarters |
|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | Transport | Regional Hub |
| DHL Hub | Logistics | Leipzig/Halle |
| Univ. Klinikum Halle | Healthcare | Halle |
| Ameos | Healthcare | Aschersleben |
| Stadtwerke Halle | Utilities | Halle |
| TotalEnergies | Chemicals | Leuna |
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