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Ketsch is a dynamic municipality in the Rhine-Neckar district in Baden-Württemberg, which operates as part of the metropolitan region with around 2.4 million inhabitants. First mentioned in documents around 1150, it combines rich history with modern quality of life on 1652 hectares of land - of which 33.3% is used for agriculture, 26.9% is forested and 12.7% is water areas.[1][8]
Ketsch positions itself as a business-friendly location with a focus on trade, industry and services. The municipality provides comprehensive support to companies through its town hall with four main departments: Hauptamt, Ordnungsamt, Bauamt und Kämmereiamt. These offer services such as business registrations, commercial register entries, immission control permits, EMAS registrations and applications for environmental labels such as the .[2][3][4][6]
Important economic locations characterize Ketsch:
Former locations such as Borg Warner (production until 2014, administration until 2024) have been converted into modern logistics areas, which underlines the adaptability.[1] The municipality promotes business start-ups through registrations for crafts, energy supply, security or even hydropower plants up to 1,000 kW.[2][4]
The core mission of the Gemeinde Ketsch is: to maintain and improve the quality of life. Administrative staff are committed to citizens, companies and the environment - from leisure activities to administrative facilitation. Values such as citizen proximity, efficiency and data protection are at the center: Strict compliance with GDPR, BDSG and DDG with SSL encryption and firewalls protects personal data.[5][6][8][10]
Ketsch promotes a rich cultural and leisure life, including nature experiences and the "alla hopp!" facility opened in 2016 (11,000 m² of sports and exercise facilities in the park at the old waterworks).[1][8] Local shopping opportunities with specialist shops, cafés and artisanal treasures strengthen the community.[7]
Sustainability is central: Ketsch prioritizes environmentally friendly initiatives such as wastewater disposal, waste recycling in the EU, emission declarations and calibrations in accordance with the Federal Immission Control Act. Certifications that can be applied for include EMAS, Blauer Engel and energetic renovations. Broadband projects, e-cargo bike funding and hydropower approvals are driving the green transition. The area structure with forests, agriculture and proximity to the Rhine supports ecological goals.[1][2][3]
Ketsch embodies growth in harmony with nature and economy - ideal for companies and residents in the vibrant Rhine-Neckar region. (1,847 characters)
