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Hausmannstürme in Halle (Saale) in the evening sun, ©IMG/Alf Maron

The­Hidden­Champion­of­Germany

We’re often underestimated, yet always indispensable: Situated in the heart of Germany, you’ll find not only rich culture and picturesque nature here, but also future-proof employment and a high quality of life. Discover the professional opportunities that await you in the land of undiscovered possibilities. Saxony-Anhalt: Germany’s hidden champion! 

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  • Hundertwasserhaus Magdeburg, ©IMG/Maximilian Wiesenbach

    Good­Reasons

    €6.16

    per square meter

    Here, you can still find affordable housing: Rents in Saxony-Anhalt are the lowest in Germany.

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  • Drink by the water in Halle, ©IMG/Alf Maron

    Your money goes further

    Thanks to the lower cost of living, people in Saxony-Anhalt generally have more money to spend or save. The biggest factor: low housing costs.

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  • St. Mary's Church in Ilsenburg (Harz), ©State Chancellery/Ministry of Culture Saxony-Anhalt

    €71

    per square meter

    Fulfilling your dream of becoming a homeowner is more affordable in Saxony-Anhalt, too. Compare: the national average for building land is €225 per square meter.

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  • Quedlinburg, playground in the Wordgarten, ©Quedlinburg-Tourismus-Marketing GmbH/Andrea Fleischmann

    No. 1

    for childcare

    We offer fantastic conditions for combining work and family life: The availability of daycare for children under six is higher in Saxony-Anhalt than anywhere else in Germany (16.7 daycare facilities per 1,000 residents).

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  • Harzdrenalin hanging bridge at the Rappbodetalsperre, ©IMG/Lüder Lindau

    88.2%

    unused land

    Saxony-Anhalt offers plenty of open space for relaxation and recreation. There is less land taken up by housing developments or roads here than in most other German states.

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What Makes Saxony-Anhalt So Livable and Lovable

Idyllic landscapes, affordable rents, and lucrative jobs: We are certain that the conditions are right in Saxony-Anhalt. It’s not just us, though. Whether they have moved here, returned, or never left, residents tell us what they appreciate about Saxony-Anhalt.

  • Lukas Rugenstein

    Magdeburg

    He used to get stuck in traffic jams, but now he cycles to work: Lukas was born near Hanover and moved to Magdeburg to study. He then spent time in China and Bavaria before getting his first job in Wolfsburg, which he commuted to from Magdeburg. Saxony-Anhalt won him over with its open-minded people, great outdoor activities and excellent career prospects.

  • Elisabeth May

    Halle (Saale)

    Elisabeth's family has deep roots in Saxony-Anhalt. That's why, after graduating from school, it was clear to her: I'm staying here. She has been working at Dow in the Schkopau ValuePark® since her traineeship and is passionate about her job, which combines chemistry and environmental protection. She loves the outdoors and appreciates the proximity to nature in her hometown of Halle, which offers many opportunities for recreation and relaxation.

  • Danny Prashanth

    Magdeburg

    Personal development and working on future technologies were Danny's goals when he moved from his hometown of Chennai, India, to Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, in 2021. As a mechanical engineer, he is helping to build the new site for high-tech manufacturer Sioux Technologies in Magdeburg. He has also found happiness in his personal life and feels very much at home in Saxony-Anhalt thanks to a large circle of friends.

Economic­Sectors­with­a­Bright­Future

Saxony-Anhalt proves that tradition doesn’t preclude innovation. Our economy is historically rooted in industries such as chemicals and mechanical engineering, which have emerged as significant drivers of innovation in recent years. And we are just as strong in future-oriented fields like cutting-edge technologies, cleantech, and bioeconomy. Things are happening here – and you can help shape them! Learn more about Saxony-Anhalt as a business location at investieren-in-sachsen-anhalt.de 

Developing High Tech for the World We offer top conditions for cutting-edge technology. Strategic, high-tech solutions for important future markets are developed in Saxony-Anhalt. Here, you’ll find top players in the semiconductor and microtechnology industry as well as innovative startups in the energy sector. Our High-Tech Park will make Saxony-Anhalt the hub of the digital future.
Materials for the World of Tomorrow The chemicals industry is one of the main pillars of our economy. From new compounds for medical science to innovative materials for the automotive industry: You can work on solutions for the future in high-performance chemical parks. Saxony-Anhalt is a pioneer in green chemistry and has been setting industry standards for years in sectors such as bioeconomy.
Shaping a Sustainable Future Saxony-Anhalt is a leader in the expansion of renewable energy sources. Do you want to help advance the renewable energy revolution? Then Saxony-Anhalt is the right place: In addition to innovative companies in the fields of hydrogen power, solar and wind power, batteries, and energy storage, we are also trailblazers in the recycling economy and resource efficiency.
Keeping Our Finger on the Pulse We focus on health and quality of life. Whether you develop medicines, produce vaccines or help people live better lives with innovative medical devices: In our life sciences industry, you are on the cutting edge. Pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical technology industries provide important momentum – also in research and development.
Moving the World Every car contains a part produced in Saxony-Anhalt. Our location in the heart of Germany has always inspired us to develop innovative ways to move products and people from point A to point B. With solutions for alternative drive systems, intelligent networking and lightweight construction, you can help shape nothing less than the future of mobility.
Driving Industry 4.0 We build machines in the factories of the future. Mechanical engineering and plant construction have a long tradition in Saxony-Anhalt. Today, companies in this sector are globally networked high-tech producers. They use digital technologies like 3D software solutions or digital assistance systems and are becoming a driving force of Industry 4.0.
Creating Digital Innovations We are driving digitalization forward in leaps and bounds. Big data, cloud computing, artificial intelligence: Here, you’ll find numerous companies using key technologies to develop digital applications for not only the automotive industry and energy sector, but for the film and media industry as well and thus shaping the digital transformation itself.
An Appetite for Innovation We’re thinking ahead when it comes to nutrition, too. Sustainable food isn’t just being studied in Saxony-Anhalt – it’s already being cultivated in places like Germany’s largest seaweed farm. We have high-performing agriculture and food industries, and leading producers like Rotkäppchen sparkling wine or Halloren chocolate are based here.
Developing High Tech for the World We offer top conditions for cutting-edge technology. Strategic, high-tech solutions for important future markets are developed in Saxony-Anhalt. Here, you’ll find top players in the semiconductor and microtechnology industry as well as innovative startups in the energy sector. Our High-Tech Park will make Saxony-Anhalt the hub of the digital future.
Shaping a Sustainable Future Saxony-Anhalt is a leader in the expansion of renewable energy sources. Do you want to help advance the renewable energy revolution? Then Saxony-Anhalt is the right place: In addition to innovative companies in the fields of hydrogen power, solar and wind power, batteries, and energy storage, we are also trailblazers in the recycling economy and resource efficiency.
Moving the World Every car contains a part produced in Saxony-Anhalt. Our location in the heart of Germany has always inspired us to develop innovative ways to move products and people from point A to point B. With solutions for alternative drive systems, intelligent networking and lightweight construction, you can help shape nothing less than the future of mobility.
Creating Digital Innovations We are driving digitalization forward in leaps and bounds. Big data, cloud computing, artificial intelligence: Here, you’ll find numerous companies using key technologies to develop digital applications for not only the automotive industry and energy sector, but for the film and media industry as well and thus shaping the digital transformation itself.
Materials for the World of Tomorrow The chemicals industry is one of the main pillars of our economy. From new compounds for medical science to innovative materials for the automotive industry: You can work on solutions for the future in high-performance chemical parks. Saxony-Anhalt is a pioneer in green chemistry and has been setting industry standards for years in sectors such as bioeconomy.
Moving the World Every car contains a part produced in Saxony-Anhalt. Our location in the heart of Germany has always inspired us to develop innovative ways to move products and people from point A to point B. With solutions for alternative drive systems, intelligent networking and lightweight construction, you can help shape nothing less than the future of mobility.
An Appetite for Innovation We’re thinking ahead when it comes to nutrition, too. Sustainable food isn’t just being studied in Saxony-Anhalt – it’s already being cultivated in places like Germany’s largest seaweed farm. We have high-performing agriculture and food industries, and leading producers like Rotkäppchen sparkling wine or Halloren chocolate are based here.
Materials for the World of Tomorrow The chemicals industry is one of the main pillars of our economy. From new compounds for medical science to innovative materials for the automotive industry: You can work on solutions for the future in high-performance chemical parks. Saxony-Anhalt is a pioneer in green chemistry and has been setting industry standards for years in sectors such as bioeconomy.
Keeping Our Finger on the Pulse We focus on health and quality of life. Whether you develop medicines, produce vaccines or help people live better lives with innovative medical devices: In our life sciences industry, you are on the cutting edge. Pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical technology industries provide important momentum – also in research and development.
Driving Industry 4.0 We build machines in the factories of the future. Mechanical engineering and plant construction have a long tradition in Saxony-Anhalt. Today, companies in this sector are globally networked high-tech producers. They use digital technologies like 3D software solutions or digital assistance systems and are becoming a driving force of Industry 4.0.
An Appetite for Innovation We’re thinking ahead when it comes to nutrition, too. Sustainable food isn’t just being studied in Saxony-Anhalt – it’s already being cultivated in places like Germany’s largest seaweed farm. We have high-performing agriculture and food industries, and leading producers like Rotkäppchen sparkling wine or Halloren chocolate are based here.
Shaping a Sustainable Future Saxony-Anhalt is a leader in the expansion of renewable energy sources. Do you want to help advance the renewable energy revolution? Then Saxony-Anhalt is the right place: In addition to innovative companies in the fields of hydrogen power, solar and wind power, batteries, and energy storage, we are also trailblazers in the recycling economy and resource efficiency.
Driving Industry 4.0 We build machines in the factories of the future. Mechanical engineering and plant construction have a long tradition in Saxony-Anhalt. Today, companies in this sector are globally networked high-tech producers. They use digital technologies like 3D software solutions or digital assistance systems and are becoming a driving force of Industry 4.0.
Developing High Tech for the World We offer top conditions for cutting-edge technology. Strategic, high-tech solutions for important future markets are developed in Saxony-Anhalt. Here, you’ll find top players in the semiconductor and microtechnology industry as well as innovative startups in the energy sector. Our High-Tech Park will make Saxony-Anhalt the hub of the digital future.
Keeping Our Finger on the Pulse We focus on health and quality of life. Whether you develop medicines, produce vaccines or help people live better lives with innovative medical devices: In our life sciences industry, you are on the cutting edge. Pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical technology industries provide important momentum – also in research and development.
Creating Digital Innovations We are driving digitalization forward in leaps and bounds. Big data, cloud computing, artificial intelligence: Here, you’ll find numerous companies using key technologies to develop digital applications for not only the automotive industry and energy sector, but for the film and media industry as well and thus shaping the digital transformation itself.

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